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Curved Tub With Glass Enclosure?

7 years ago

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I'm intrigued by curved tubs and wonder if anyone here has experience or feedback. I'm stuck with a tub shower in my bathroom which we hope to redo soon (not an option to replace with a shower stall) and like the idea of more elbow room.

The American Standard Ovation curved tub can be paired with a matching glass enclosure, which really piques my interest.

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chispa

7 years ago

The twinline is interesting. I have one more bathroom to remodel, a small one, attached to my son's bedroom.

The problems I see with the twinline are:

(1) not enough glass/door area to contain the water splashing that a teenage boy/man produces.

(2) You have to get in the shower/tub to turn on the water for both a shower or a bath ... I live in a warmer climate, but the water always starts out pretty cold and not realistic to expect someone to put up with cold water for any length of time.

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sasandfat
7 years ago
Another curved tub apron tub to look at is the Kohler expanse. The ovation doesn't really give you anymore space for your feet. The expanse does.
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Annette Holbrook(z7a)
7 years ago
I'm working with similar limitations. How much space do you have for your shower tub area?
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Original Author
7 years ago
I really have no spare space in my bathroom. I do think that a curved tub might work out, but will have to make sure on paper before deciding.
Annette Holbrook(z7a)
7 years ago
Post some dimensions, it will help.
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Original Author
7 years ago
Annette- I'm really just interested to read if anyone has one and likes it or dislikes it. With a curved glass enclosure, or a curtain. I'm not seeking design advice since fortunately, I'm working with a designer who will be sure that the elements fit.

I will take a look at the Kohler.
Annette Holbrook(z7a)
7 years ago
My cousin has a twinline, and is pleased with it. She is not in the us though, so not sure where you are.
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Original Author
7 years ago
I'm in the US. Those tub showers are pretty cool. Mine will have to be an alcove tub.

http://www.acrylineusa.com/store/categories/17
kats737
7 years ago
My parents have curved tub glass enclosure in their newly remodeled bathroom and it seems fine. I suppose it feels a little more modern and open than their previous 'straight' setup did. I can't find their exact setup, but I know it was ordered from Menard's (midwest big box HW store) so I'm sure it wasn't over-the-top.
H B
7 years ago
We just remodeled and installed an expanse with a curved rod. It feels much larger than the tub that it replaced and it is nicer to use.
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Original Author
7 years ago
Do you feel you have more standing room for showering?
H B
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Yes, sorry for odd photo but just went down the hall to try to get a photo and the tablet has a hard time focusing on the white (thus the shampoo bottle). The wall is on the upper side of the photo; I was surprised when we finally took it out of the box that it was curved inside on both sides. But yes it does feel larger when you're standing in there.
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