What is a slipper clawfoot tub?

Rising at either end so you can recline as you bathe, slipper bathtubs are responsible for the comfortable lounging position you take the moment you sit down. One (or both, if the tub has a double-slipper design) of the walls are high, sloping inward to offer head, neck, and back support.

Are slipper tubs comfortable?

Are slipper tubs comfortable? Slipper tubs are designed and sculpted to support the bather’s back, neck, and head in a naturally comfortable position, with the sides acting as armrests and the ends as backrests.

Are clawfoot tubs worth anything?

Since these tubs were originally designed to adorn the lavish bathrooms of the social elite, on average they’re worth a few thousand dollars (in good condition). Tubs that bear the manufacturers’ markings of historic companies like Crane, Mott, Kohler, Standard Sanitary Manufacturing, and L.

Are freestanding tubs hard to get into?

Installation. Despite the possible need for new plumbing, freestanding tubs still make for an easier installation than do built-ins. Built-in tubs require sealing, mounting, and often the creation of a surround. Freestanding tubs require none of those things.

Can two people fit in a claw foot tub?

How many people can fit into a Clawfoot tub? On average, two large people can fit into a clawfoot bathtub, but there are more personal sized clawfoot tubs that are meant to house just one individual bather.

How do you get rid of clawfoot tubs?

Use your sledgehammer to pound on the tub. Strike until the tub starts to break into pieces. Continue until you have broken the tub into pieces that are easy to remove and dispose of.

Will removing tub reduce home value?

Eliminating a home’s only full bathroom could turn off potential buyers. The National Association of Realtors says as long as the home has at least one tub, switching from a tub to a shower shouldn’t negatively impact resale value.

How much does it cost to refinish a clawfoot tub?

Resurfacing a clawfoot tub ranges from $500 to $1,200. If you need to refinish the outside as well as the inside, you’ll pay closer to $1,200. Most clawfoot styles have a porcelain layer on the inside of the tub and exposed cast iron on the outside, which makes them a good candidate for reglazing.