Was your bathroom too cold during the winter months? You won't feel the chill when you step out of the tub with these popular trends that turn an ordinary bathroom into a spa.
In Floor Heat
As the old saying goes, if your feet are cold your whole body is cold. It's not fun to have cold toes in the bathroom, especially if your floor is tile or stone. A radiant heat floor can make a huge difference on a cold winter morning. There are two types of heated floors, hydronic (water) and electric. Electric mat heated floors are easier to install and connect to your electrical system. However, hydronic floors require a separate power source to run heated water through subfloor pipes. The hydronic system is harder and more expensive to install but will save you money in the long run. Step out from your pedestal tub onto a heated floor and discover the definition of luxury.
Towel Warmers
If radiant floors are not within your budget, consider a less expensive towel warmer that provides luxurious warmth just steps from the tub or shower. Electric towel warmers can be free standing or wall mounted and some come with a timer which is great for energy savings. A warm plush towel within reach of your clawfoot tub makes the transition from warm water to cool air a breeze.
Fire Features
Ventless fire features add warmth and style to your bathroom. Imagine soaking in your modern freestanding bathtub with a cozy fire gently spreading warmth nearby. A small fire feature easily fills in an unused corner of the bathroom, or a larger fire feature installed in the wall emits warmth and ambiance between two rooms.
Luxurious warming features turn any bathroom into a sumptuous spa. These trends are must-haves in new construction bathrooms but installing them in existing bathrooms is gaining popularity too. Contact us at Pelham & White to find the perfect clawfoot or freestanding tub for your new cozy retreat.