Soaking tubs may seem like the epitome of decadence, but this type of bathtub certainly isn’t new. Let’s take a look at what they are and whether one is right for you. Soaking tubs, by their very ...

A: Funny story. A few years back, I too was renovating and dreaming of a decadent, free-standing tub in which to marinate. I gleefully ordered a German model generous enough to accommodate a manatee.

Q: I’m planning on remodeling my bathroom soon and have heard good things about soaking tubs. What’s the difference between a soaking tub and a normal bathtub? A: Many homeowners are choosing to ...

Some of us are shower people, and some are bathers. But there's a way to be both, as the Japanese discovered centuries ago when they developed the ofuro, or soaking tub. Traditionally, the Japanese ...

A bathtub does more than hold water. In most homes, it defines the character of the entire bathroom, the same way a fireplace defines a living room. As homeowners invest more deliberately in personal ...