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What are experiences with having a narrow shelf built in next to a fre

3 months ago

We are remodeling. Adding a bath that will have a freestanding tub. Architect suggests shelving around tub. I don't think I like that idea. The shelf may be useful, but would potentially make it harder to clean around the tub. Has anyone had a shelf around tub and if so, pros and cons

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BeverlyFLADeziner

3 months ago

Shelving next to a tub is an upgrade most bathrooms don't have the room to accommodate & don't have the money to fabricate. I would recommend it if the feature works with the style of your bathroom. It's a charming details.

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Lyn Nielson
3 months ago
last modified: 3 months ago
No, a shelf would defeat the elegance of a free standing tub.
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Debbi Washburn
3 months ago
I think it depends on the layout . There are ones that look great and ones that dont!!

Beverly's examples look great!
chispa
3 months ago
They look nice ... but one more thing to clean!
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BeverlyFLADeziner
3 months ago
If you have the money and space for shelving, you have help.
Kathy Erwin thanked BeverlyFLADeziner
Kathy Erwin
Original Author
6 days ago
thank you all for comments. I have decided no shelf.

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