Alcove bathtub with tile face that is not a drop-in
Alan Baily, Architect
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Comments (10)OK, now I'll be an image pasting fool :) I wanted the bench at the end of the tub/shower for shaving legs, or maybe I just want to sit around with conditioner in my hair. I think something like this could work (though again, not sure if its alcove or other type of tub) [Contemporary Bathroom[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-bathroom-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_712~s_2103) by Houston Interior Designers & Decorators Dena Brody, ASID, RID This is nice too (but doesn't look like alcove, looks like drop in and the deck/front looks like it would be $$$) [Traditional Bathroom[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-bathroom-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_712~s_2107) by San Francisco General Contractors Cardea Building Co. Also love the modern look of these tubs [Contemporary Bathroom[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-bathroom-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_712~s_2103) by Portland Kitchen & Bath Designers Kirstin Havnaer, Hearthstone Interior Design, LLC [Contemporary Bathroom[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-bathroom-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_712~s_2103) by Toronto Interior Designers & Decorators Toronto Interior Design Group : Yanic Simard...See Moretub terminology question (drop in vs alcove)
Comments (3)Hello Lori, These terms refer to the upper edge of the tubs, and not the skirting. An "alcove" tub will have an upturned flange on three sides, and may or may not have a skirt/apron. A "drop in" tub has no upturned flange and is designed to set directly onto a finished surface. I hope that helped? Shaughnn...See MoreDrop-in tub with incorrectly installed tile-in bead? Concerned.
Comments (3)If he wants to protect the tub while tiling, he can always use some tape on it. That plastic should've come off. That's minor, though-- it could always be cut back. The fact that it doesn't sit flush is more of a concern. I literally hate those flange kits, because they're such a pain to get right. But being this guy knew what he was getting into, he should've known not to suggest a flangeless tub in the first place. Let me ask you-- is there a showerhead over this tub, or is this just going to be a "garden" tub? If there's a showerhead, I'd insist on it being redone. If not, I'd let it go....See More66x32 alcove tub with tileable flange and without an apron?
Comments (12)Awesome, thank you! This also lines up with what I have seen. Just in case anyone else comes across this looking for the same thing: -The Kohler "tea for two" tub works, but is pricier.- However, note the depth is at 24" . Might be a challenge to step over all the time if you are using as a shower most often. -Kohler Mariposa works! Has some different size choices, but the hourglass shape is a little less sleek than the MAAX line. So it will depend on your aesthetic preferences -MAAX models have a short depth at 18", and a more minimalist look...See MoreJAN MOYER
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