If you have a freestanding tub or you want to get one, but you're not sure of the best way to make it stand out in your bathroom, many great options exist. Correctly showcasing your freestanding bathtub will transform your entire space and give it an elegance that you and your family will love.
Beneath the Tub
A fabulous way to bring attention to your tub is to vary the floor beneath it. You can put down a coordinating tile that's different than your current flooring. For example, if you have a white tile floor, then choose black marble to catch the eye. Or you can use a gorgeous hardwood beneath the bathtub, such as teak, which will give your bathroom a spa-like look and feel.
Single Wall Tile
Another excellent way to highlight a bathtub is with wall tile. On one wall behind the tub, you can install a patterned tile on the section from the floor all the way up to the ceiling for a dramatic look. Choose a tile with little bits of sparkle in it, and then install recessed lighting above, so it will shine and beautifully highlight the entire area.
Surrounding Wall Tile
If your tub is located in an alcove or spans the space from wall to wall, then consider putting glazed ceramic or porcelain halfway up the walls on all three sides of the bathtub. You can add a chair rail above the tile to divide the wall, and then paint the upper half with a unique color such as coral or violet.
Raise the Bathtub
To draw more attention to your freestanding tub, you can even place it atop a raised platform. The flooring on the platform can match the rest of your bathroom floor, or you can use a different tile or hardwood base. If possible, place greenery around the tub and a skylight above for a stunning result.
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