ᐅ Which bathtub shape should we choose?

Created on: 26 Mar 2020 20:52
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Pinky0301
Hello,
I hope you are all still healthy!
I am currently overwhelmed by the incredibly large selection of bathroom fixtures. I’m stuck when it comes to choosing a bathtub.
A few key details: built-in bathtub, size 180x80cm (71x31 inches), 2-seater, so the drain is in the middle, material: this is a whole science on its own. Since we were happy with our Kaldewei tub before, we want steel enamel again.
Now I am faced with the dilemma of whether the tub should be oval or rectangular. Rectangular looks more modern, I think. But I don’t know how comfortable sitting in it is, or if you can even notice a difference compared to an oval shape.
The oval tub provides more ledge space in the corners. Our tub will be installed in a corner where there will already be shelf space on the sides, so that’s not very important.
Intuitively, I thought the internal dimensions of a rectangular tub would be larger. Surprisingly, when I compared them, the oval tub is actually bigger in that regard.
So I have no idea what criteria I should use to decide. Do you have any tips or ideas?
Attached are two pictures from Kaldewei to illustrate what I mean.

White bathtub seen from above with smooth interior shape and surrounding rim.


White rectangular bathtub photographed from above showing the interior space clearly
Pinky030126 Mar 2020 22:31
Concealed pipe interrupters are installed between the mixing valve and a supply line to prevent non-potable water from entering the potable water pipes.

For the complete installation of the pipe interrupter, a rosette must be purchased separately and placed onto the valve stem.

Kaldewei special drain and overflow fitting KA4081 with integrated filling function for Conoduo

Features:
  • Model KA4081
  • with enameled drain cover and enameled overflow knob
  • suitable for the models CONODUO and INCAVA.
Note:
  • A pipe interrupter is required for this drain fitting.
  • It is not included in the delivery.
Pinky030126 Mar 2020 22:32
Our last bathtub also had a filling function through this side plug, but we did not have an additional escutcheon anywhere either.