Hello everyone,
I’m currently working on floor plans and came across a point regarding the bathroom that I’d like to discuss briefly. The bathroom will most likely be located in the converted attic. This is a hipped roof with a 30 to max. 35 degree pitch, an 80cm (31 inch) knee wall, and the bathroom will probably have two sloped ceilings as a result.
To use the space efficiently (I plan to use the higher areas for the separate shower and washbasin) and also because I find it quite cozy (e.g., looking out while it rains or enjoying a light breeze in summer), I would like to place the bathtub directly under the roof window. Depending on the space for getting in, I would of course adjust the bathtub position accordingly, possibly with a built-up frame or drywall construction—or whatever is best practice—but that’s not the question here.
What I’m wondering is: besides the issue of ceiling height, are there any disadvantages to placing the bathtub directly beneath the roof window? I do see it often in pictures, but what is common practice isn’t always the best.
A few things that come to mind:
Will the window always be fogged when bathing so you can’t see out, or will water drip down the glass?
In winter, does cold air “fall” from the window and cause a draft in the bathtub when you are wet, or is that no problem with modern windows anyway?
Since I enjoy long and frequent baths, it’s important to me to avoid planning mistakes here.
I don’t have a floor plan to share yet, as I’m still working on the overall layout and for now just want to clarify this question to see if it’s even a viable option.
Thanks in advance for your opinions and experiences.
I’m currently working on floor plans and came across a point regarding the bathroom that I’d like to discuss briefly. The bathroom will most likely be located in the converted attic. This is a hipped roof with a 30 to max. 35 degree pitch, an 80cm (31 inch) knee wall, and the bathroom will probably have two sloped ceilings as a result.
To use the space efficiently (I plan to use the higher areas for the separate shower and washbasin) and also because I find it quite cozy (e.g., looking out while it rains or enjoying a light breeze in summer), I would like to place the bathtub directly under the roof window. Depending on the space for getting in, I would of course adjust the bathtub position accordingly, possibly with a built-up frame or drywall construction—or whatever is best practice—but that’s not the question here.
What I’m wondering is: besides the issue of ceiling height, are there any disadvantages to placing the bathtub directly beneath the roof window? I do see it often in pictures, but what is common practice isn’t always the best.
A few things that come to mind:
Will the window always be fogged when bathing so you can’t see out, or will water drip down the glass?
In winter, does cold air “fall” from the window and cause a draft in the bathtub when you are wet, or is that no problem with modern windows anyway?
Since I enjoy long and frequent baths, it’s important to me to avoid planning mistakes here.
I don’t have a floor plan to share yet, as I’m still working on the overall layout and for now just want to clarify this question to see if it’s even a viable option.
Thanks in advance for your opinions and experiences.
So, we have our bathtub placed under the roof window with a knee wall height of 1.10 m (3 ft 7 in). We think it gives a nice airy feeling, and personally, we haven’t noticed any disadvantages, except that cleaning the window is a bit awkward since you have to stand in the bathtub to reach it.
That said, we don’t use the bathtub nearly as often as you described.
That said, we don’t use the bathtub nearly as often as you described.
I probably wouldn’t find it comfortable to bathe under an "open" ceiling. You also can’t look outside when it’s raining. Anyway, when I bathe, I’m less likely to look around and more likely to close my eyes and enjoy the warmth. But in the end, everyone has to decide that for themselves.
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readytorumble10 Jan 2018 11:12Everyone has to decide that for themselves. It doesn’t have any specific disadvantages that aren’t obvious at first.
We also intentionally placed the skylight directly above the bathtub.
We also intentionally placed the skylight directly above the bathtub.
I consider placing a window directly above the bathtub awkward and would only do it if all other options are even less practical.
With or without a window above... an 80cm (31 inch) knee wall combined with a 35° roof pitch results in quite limited headroom when getting in and out.
I have a 48° roof pitch and a 90cm (35 inch) knee wall, and the bathtub is also positioned under the slope. However, we recessed the tub about 7cm (3 inches) into the screed recess and built a 30cm (12 inch) shelf towards the knee wall. I wouldn’t have wanted to place it any further under the slope, even though none of us are very tall. This is something you should keep in mind during planning.
With or without a window above... an 80cm (31 inch) knee wall combined with a 35° roof pitch results in quite limited headroom when getting in and out.
I have a 48° roof pitch and a 90cm (35 inch) knee wall, and the bathtub is also positioned under the slope. However, we recessed the tub about 7cm (3 inches) into the screed recess and built a 30cm (12 inch) shelf towards the knee wall. I wouldn’t have wanted to place it any further under the slope, even though none of us are very tall. This is something you should keep in mind during planning.
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