Do you like tedious cleaning chores?

That is all I see when I look at that tub!

I would be the only one using this, I’m a pretty neat person. 😂

Fluted everything has been big for the past few years - however, I'd probably skip it because it will become dated at some point.

Plus, chispa is correct - it would create more cleaning!

I'm with Chispa. Looks like a cleaning nightmare with all those grooves plus is that tub even comfortable to use?

Ok, this is what I have right now and I need to make a decision on what to put in its place in the next couple days…my current tub is 71 inches long and I love it minus the bulky built in look so just trying to find something else as the whole bathroom will be demoed next week.

That large format tile will be going on the entire wall behind the tub also…and a light fixture will be put in over the tub.

Why not! looks amazing and first one I have seen!

I have a stand alone tub and love it and to be honest have never had to clean the outside of it? dust it once and a while…I dont think you have anything to worry about.

That’s what I was picturing! I mean the inside is a pain enough to clean or the tile surround too but this didnt think outside of the tub would be too bad!

Keep a drop in and just replace to a soaker with a better deck. That fluted tub would be inpossible to get out of, or have a place for wine and a book. There’s a huge backlash against them.

That’s what I wanted to do at first but I have a large nook there so I also wanted to open the space up and put a piece of furniture against the side wall to hold towels etc and then buy a tray to put across tub and a little table etc to make it functional. My current tub is a lot to step over also..

You better go visit a store and sit in a few. Most are horribly uncomfortable. And there is no place for a grab bar to help you get up and out.

Yes, I went to a Ferguson store. I agree, some are way more comfy than others. I don’t need a grab bar..I’m only 40.

You just bought arthritis in a knee after a bike accident wrenches it sideways. Or a MS diagnosis. Or a L4 bulging disc pressing on the sciatic nerve. You are as young and fit as you will ever be. It’s just dowhill from here on out. And sometimes before you realize it, over the littlest things.

I am 66 no problem getting in and out..it is easier than the big garden tub that used to be in the bathroom…you just hold the side easy breezy…

Well yes, I get that but I’m not putting bars in my tub or shower. My current shower has a bench that I will keep but life can always change in a second, can’t plan everything around what can or will be in 30 years etc.

Noelle - I just wanted to clarify my first comment. I think the fluted tub is pretty - I like the fluted trend. I just wanted you to think about whether it will date the tub after a few years. Maybe fluting will stay around - or maybe it won't really matter since it's in your private bathroom. It is prettier than most of the freestanding tubs I've seen (and I looked at a lot of tubs).

There are a few that I like better than the one you've posted - however, they are made out of stone (marble and onyx + a copper one = $$$$ - YIKES!)

I have a freestanding tub - it's a back-to-wall tub = it can be placed directly against the back wall (doesn't have to be - but can be so that there isn't any little space for dust bunnies). It also has a bit wider edge around the tub - this allows for the use of a floor mount faucet, tub deck mounted one, or wall mounted faucet (that's what I selected).

Having a wider edge around most of the tub allows me to put a glass of wine on the edge or candles or whatever. Also, while I don't have any mobility issues, it's nice to have some thicker to hold onto (press my hand against) while getting in and out of the tub.

Lastly, I made sure to find a tub that was comfortable to use - it's a rectangular shaped tub -but the two sides have a slope = comfortable to lean against while using it.

It also has an integrated drain/overflow system = no worrying about leaks + it came in two pieces which allowed for insulation to be added so the water would stay warm longer.

Now - if you're not really going to use it (it's just more for show), the above items I've discussed aren't important. However, I knew that I wanted to be able to soak in it at time.

The only no-no …in my opinion …is having your shower in your bath tub..that’s asking for trouble..and…inconvenience..

Also …a bath tub takes a long time to fill…and doesn’t stay hot long ☹️….I use our outdoor jacuzzi…every day….very therapeutic for a bad back…and always ready for a hot restorative soak

We have two bathrooms indoors with showers…

The pieces is magazines worthy in a huge bathroom where you don't see other banal things like a vanity or shower. But as a piece in a collection of real daily bathroom fixtures, it will underwhelm.

I don't see how you fit the tub and have room for the other furniture pieces you are talking about, but maybe I'm not imagining your measurements correctly.

The fluted ridges are what would be a pain to clean. Everyone needs to clean the surfaces in a bathroom, whether you are messy or not. Dust collects.

I do take a bath daily so I definitely need a tub. I am not a fan of wet rooms either. The bathroom is pretty big, about 200 sq ft. The tub area is 9 ft long by 4 ft wide. It can fit some kind of furniture or some shelving added on walls, it will need some styling for sure after that massive surround and tub come out. I have considered all aspects of bathtubs. I’m the type that’s been shopping for the bathroom remodel for 9 months and now I just need to pull the trigger and order, I’m indecisive. I had 3 more standard shapes saved and just saw the fluted style and thought it was pretty but I don’t want to get sick of it. The house is large, about 6000 sw ft w a bunch of bathrooms and a hot tub/pool outside to reference a comment above so cleaning is already not an easy task here. Not concerned about keeping fluting clean though, I’ll probably play it safe and go with a smooth one-I only want acrylic. I just like things that are a little unique looking and I’ve been living w this boring bathroom for 13 years so just want to make sure before I decide. 😄

Chispa makes an extremely relevant point - the fluting will be harder to clean than a flat surface.

Boring and functional is not a bad thing. A bathroom done as a dysfunctional art piece is terrible to live with.

My main objection is the shape. When I want to take a bath I want to relax, otherwise I would just take a shower. The tub has to be comfortable and the one you show have absolutely vertical sides and I would not find that comfortable.

I bought an oversized alcove tub with a front skirt that is 60x37 and 22 inches deep.

I am mid reno, so everything isn't finished, but the space for the tub is 9' long, so one end is against the wall where all the plumbing fixtures are and the other end will be a tiled platform where I can have a few baskets with all my bubble baths and soaps and things.

I sat in the tub prior to purchasing to make sure it was comfortable.

I didn't want to have to clean behind or under anything as there wasn't enough room to have the tub pulled out far enough from the wall to make it easy to access and clean.

Nice! Yes, I am very sad to get rid of my tub because it is very comfortable, but it’s outdated looking, the whole bathroom is. I’ve lived with functional for 13 years and now I want to make it more my style. I agree about the back incline of that picture. I had found one that had more of one also but yeah…my current tub is 71 inches long so I want to keep the size if possible also.. I think my current depth is 22.5 so similar to yours. I’m having a hard time finding a tub that is that deep. They’re all narrow and shallow. 😕

When we removed out garden tub it gave us so much space..we were able to expand the shower and add a chair…no matter what tub you choose you will be happy with the results...ours is acrylic under $1000

Beautiful!! Is your tub comfy on your back? What size is it?

Noelle this is the tub..we bought ours going on 2 years ago so price is a bit higher...we love it..has just enough of a slant for comfort.

This is the tub I got (added the apron kit so I didn't need to have a tile surround.

Nice!! Looks comfy.