ᐅ Make an oval-shaped bathtub slightly movable due to dirt buildup behind it?
Created on: 16 Oct 2023 11:49
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Besenkammer84
Hello everyone,
we are currently planning our home renovation and thinking about the bathroom. We have already consulted a specialist on this.
We find a freestanding oval bathtub very stylish, but the advisor recommended against a design-focused tub due to the intended corner position. The reason is that dirt would accumulate behind it, making it difficult to keep that area clean and dry.
I’ve been thinking about this and appreciate that he was honest about these issues.
Furthermore, we use the bathtub only about 15 times a year; the rest of the time it would either collect laundry or just be wasted space. Also, the main problem seems to be the fixed bathtub itself and the resulting difficulty in cleaning behind it.
Therefore, I came up with the idea that the bathtub could be made movable somehow (with small/flat casters or something similar). The only real issue here would be the drainage of the used water.
So here is the idea I have in mind:
Below is a rough plan showing our current bathroom layout. The measurements are accurate, but the walls are not to scale. Speaking of measurements, we are quite short at 155cm (5 feet 1 inch) and 168cm (5 feet 6 inches) and can manage fine with a somewhat smaller bathtub. Guests or children are not a priority for now ;-)
This is a potential bathtub choice (weight approx. 40 kg (88 lbs)):
What do you think about our plan? The dimensions for both bathtub and shower are 165cm (65 inches) each, which should just fit.. We still need to try lying in the bathtub to be sure :-/
Thanks in advance to everyone who advises us & best regards
we are currently planning our home renovation and thinking about the bathroom. We have already consulted a specialist on this.
We find a freestanding oval bathtub very stylish, but the advisor recommended against a design-focused tub due to the intended corner position. The reason is that dirt would accumulate behind it, making it difficult to keep that area clean and dry.
I’ve been thinking about this and appreciate that he was honest about these issues.
Furthermore, we use the bathtub only about 15 times a year; the rest of the time it would either collect laundry or just be wasted space. Also, the main problem seems to be the fixed bathtub itself and the resulting difficulty in cleaning behind it.
Therefore, I came up with the idea that the bathtub could be made movable somehow (with small/flat casters or something similar). The only real issue here would be the drainage of the used water.
So here is the idea I have in mind:
- We equip the bathtub with small/flat casters or similar so it can be moved forward for cleaning.
- Option A – Attach a hose to the drain so that after use, the hose can be placed in the shower to allow the water to drain there.
- Option B – Use a flexible drainage system so the bathtub can be moved for cleaning with the drain attached.
- Optionally, consider whether a bathtub faucet is needed at all, or if just a showerhead mounted on the wall would suffice (currently, we also fill the tub exclusively using the shower hose).
Below is a rough plan showing our current bathroom layout. The measurements are accurate, but the walls are not to scale. Speaking of measurements, we are quite short at 155cm (5 feet 1 inch) and 168cm (5 feet 6 inches) and can manage fine with a somewhat smaller bathtub. Guests or children are not a priority for now ;-)
This is a potential bathtub choice (weight approx. 40 kg (88 lbs)):
What do you think about our plan? The dimensions for both bathtub and shower are 165cm (65 inches) each, which should just fit.. We still need to try lying in the bathtub to be sure :-/
Thanks in advance to everyone who advises us & best regards
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partyoleole3 Apr 2024 13:16hanghaus2023 schrieb:
I adjusted this again to the shower, which I consider too narrow (85 cm (33.5 inches)). Then the passage is also 85 cm (33.5 inches).
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I don’t want to miss my double floor-to-ceiling window in the bathroom, if only because of the quick air exchange. <br />
Isn’t there a possibility for the original poster/renovator to solve it like in the attached layout? <br />
1. Showerhead <br />
2. Sink (simple) = compromise! <br />
3. The wall moves 40 cm (16 inches) closer to the door. <br />
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The toilet stays where it is; the wall to the left of it could also be omitted. <br />
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Schorsch_baut schrieb:
Or make it out of glass.
Make what out of glass?
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hanghaus20233 Apr 2024 13:46Hello @partyoleole, is the user of the toilet supposed to put their knees under the sink?
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partyoleole3 Apr 2024 14:07It was just a suggestion.
In my apartment, the toilet is installed 55 cm (22 inches) from the wall, and the standard washbasin is 60 cm (24 inches) from the wall. If the shower wall moves towards the door, there should still be enough space for the feet.
In my apartment, the toilet is installed 55 cm (22 inches) from the wall, and the standard washbasin is 60 cm (24 inches) from the wall. If the shower wall moves towards the door, there should still be enough space for the feet.
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partyoleole4 Apr 2024 13:52What compromises do you mean? The single basin sink?
I have a similar setup myself. Although I can barely reach the faucet, the close proximity still helps me in my daily routine. For example, when I'm tired or half-asleep while brushing my teeth, I can sit on the toilet and still bring the toothpaste to the sink.
I just measured 1.80 meters (5 ft 11 in) for this; the toilet is positioned at a 45-degree angle.
I have a similar setup myself. Although I can barely reach the faucet, the close proximity still helps me in my daily routine. For example, when I'm tired or half-asleep while brushing my teeth, I can sit on the toilet and still bring the toothpaste to the sink.
I just measured 1.80 meters (5 ft 11 in) for this; the toilet is positioned at a 45-degree angle.
partyoleole schrieb:
Which compromises are you referring to? The size 1 sink?
I have a similar setup myself. Although I can hardly reach the faucet, the close proximity helps me in my daily routine. For example, when I’m tired or sleepy, I can sit on the toilet while brushing my teeth and still rinse the toothpaste into the sink.
For this, I just measured 1.80 meters (5 feet 11 inches); the toilet is positioned at a 45-degree angle. April Fools’ Day is already over… time to wake up from brushing your teeth on the toilet!
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