There is nothing more soothing and relaxing than to take a long bath after a long and hard day. And for most people, a bathroom may never be complete without a shower tub. Not only has this become a necessity but it is also a form of luxury that gives you added bathing pleasure.

Because shower tubs have become so much a popular demand among homeowners, these come in many interesting designs, both traditional and modern, that can add a touch of class and flair to your bathroom.  Here are some types of shower tubs that you can choose according to your taste and needs.

Clawfoot. If you are looking for a shower tub with an antique look, then a clawfoot design is the right one for you. A clawfoot bath tub’s basic design is a straight front and a slope back with feet that may be pedestal, legged or ball and claw. These are usually made of acrylic, cast iron and porcelain on steel.

Clawfooot bathtubs have exposed pipes and are freestanding, thus no special carpentry is required. Some clawfoot shower tubs do not have faucet drilling which is why there is deeper water level while others have holes drilled at the tub’s straight end that allow drain and overflow.
 
Corner. This space-saving shower tub ids easy to install sans integrated showers. However, this can use up considerable floor space, which may not be suitable for all types of bathrooms. The drains are placed either in the corner or middle. Corner shower tubs are usually made of acrylic, cast iron, fiberglass and porcelain.

Drop-in. If you are not a big fan of floor-mounted bathtubs, then you can go for a drop-in shower tub. This type of bathtub reduces the risks that may possibly be brought about by floor-mounted tubs. However, drop-in bath tubs needs special carpentry and tile work, which may mean additional cost. Some drop-in shower tubs come with integrated faucet designs. They may also have other features such as whirlpool systems and spa jets. Moreover, it is easier to clean drop-in tubs as well.

Hot. These are large tubs that heats water and is commonly used for hydrotherapy, massage, relaxation and soaking purposes.
Hot tubs use electricity, natural gas or even wood fire.

Pedestal. This is another freestanding bathtub without feet and with an oval base.
European-style pedestal shower tubs do not have faucet drilling which allows deeper water level similar to a clawfoot shower tub. Pedestal tubs also come with other features such a towel rails and handheld showers. These are usually made of acrylic, cast iron and porcelain.

Recessed. This type of tub is also popular because of it is affordable and space-savvy. Recessed shower tubs also come in different shapes, sizes and materials.

Whirlpool. This is one of the most popular types of shower tubs.
These are comprised of electric pumps, pipes and water jets. What makes a whirlpool different from other tubs or spas is that water is drained and filled at every use but the speed of water can be similar to hot tubs and spas. Whirlpool shower tubs are usually made of acrylic, cast iron and fiberglass.

There are two available models of whirlpool shower tubs namely Aclove and Drop-in. Aclove whirlpools can fit in an alcove, easy to install, affordable and come in all standard sizes. On the other hand, drop-in models are built on elevated deck and may be placed in a corner, against a bathroom wall, in the floor or our in the open. Drop-in models also come in different sizes as well. 
 
Choose which type of shower tub best suits your style and needs for a more pleasurable bathing experience!