Installing a bathtub when you have a limited amount of space can be very tricky. Trying to squeeze in a shower stall right next to your tub can make it even more difficult for installing a standard 5' bathtub in a small bathroom. There are options for small bathtubs that one can take advantage of. A bathtub is your obvious choice if you prefer to relax for an extended period of time while you bathe. While the idea of huddling in a bathtub that provides less space for leg room isn't very appealing, there are soaking bathtubs are deeper than they are long, allowing an individual to fully immerse themselves without having to bunch themselves up. Rather than having to slide down into the tub to fully cover yourself with water, you could sit in a reclining position and still be able to fully immerse yourself. Another option is the walk-in bathtub that has a door on the side to make it easier to enter a bathtub in a limited space. These are able to fit into much tighter spaces than other more conventionally sized bathtubs.

Having your bathtub occupy a corner in your bathroom is also a more practical use of space. Maximizing the available space while still allowing an individual to bathe properly and comfortably can be achieved by corner bathtubs that are especially useful for bathroom design projects. Because they are installed in corners, a corner bathtub can be situated under a window on either side and installed in curved or angled spaces. This also makes it easier to move about in the bathroom and clean when necessary as these bathtubs are typically built-in. Your bathing and cosmetics essentials such as your shampoos, soaps, and oils can be easily placed on a deck that is featured on the tub. Your bathing space can be made more relaxing by placing decorative items on the ledge, being situated under a window. A considerable amount of space can be saved since they can be fitted between vanities and cabinets that are already in the bathroom.

Rather than cleansing, if you are looking for a bathtub that is primarily for relaxation then the bathtubs used by the Japanese can be a preferable option. Japanese bathtubs are constructed differently than what one would be accustomed to seeing in the United States. A Japanese tub is fashioned to accommodate a person sitting down, rather than sliding into it and can allow for a person to be full immersed up to the chin. While these bathtubs can be imported, this adds on greatly to the price and there are local brands that manufacture similar alternatives.