A free standing stone bath combines superior design with simplicity for the perfect
centerpiece to any luxury bathroom. Stone baths provide the beauty of natural
stone that is smooth and warm to the touch, making for an extremely comfortable
bathing experience. In contrast to acrylic or steel baths, the edges of a
natural stone bath can be made a lot sharper for the ideal designer look. In
addition, since they are made from stone all the way through, any damage or
scratch to the surface can easily be polished out.
Stone benefits
Natural stone baths do
not need a ledge around the bath, which means the internal bathing space is far
more spacious than an acrylic or steel bath of the same size. In addition,
stone baths do not require feet under the bath and are typically made to sit on
the floor. This makes them significantly deeper than standard baths without even
increasing their overall height. Deeper baths are therefore possible and since
stone provides exceptional heat retention, your bath times can be longer too.
Composite stone
Natural stone can be
quite heavy, which is why you should consider the amount of weight your
bathroom floor is able to support. If the weight is a hindrance, you can go for
a freestanding bath made from hard wearing composite material that provides all
the benefits of natural stone while eliminating the excess weight. Composite stone
material does not require sealing either, which is why it is often used for
luxury baths in homes, lodges and even 5-star hotels. You might even get basins
or vanity tops to match in a variety of natural stone colors with optional
polished finishes.
Placement
The size of the bath
should also be considered to ensure it can fit properly in your bathroom.
Although a natural stone freestanding bath can be placed anywhere in the bathroom, the
placement will affect the plumbing. As such, it is advisable to get expert
advice before purchasing or installing a stone bath.
Care and maintenance
A natural stone bath is
highly resistant to liquid penetration and staining; you will be surprised at
how easy it is to clean and maintain. Ideally, the bath should be placed in the
middle of the room, but this will also depend on the theme or style you are
going for. Note that easy access to all the sides of the tub is necessary for
stress-free cleaning. In addition, although the color of the stone may change
slightly over time, you can slow the process through proper routine care.
Getting a natural stone
freestanding bath for your home is the height of bathroom luxury. It brings a
unique natural charm to your bathroom by providing a focal point that is easy
on the eyes. A stone bath can easily provide the basis on which you can build
the rest of your bathroom, or you could get one that complements the theme you
choose. Another obvious advantage of stone is that it is extremely strong and
durable, so you will not have to worry about replacing the bath for years to
come.
