Glossary · Bathroom terms

Freestanding Tub

Definition

A standalone sculptural tub not attached to walls, a focal point of high-end baths. Requires floor-space, structural floor capacity (full tubs are heavy), and often floor-mounted filler plumbing.

Source: Wikipedia — Bathtub

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