Japanese Bathtubs Give A Total Soaking ExperienceMany people these days are looking for a deep bathtub in order that they can have a good soak with water up to the neck. There's something relaxing about soaking in hot water, and one of the best bathtubs for this is the traditional Japanese bathtub. The Japanese bathtub is traditionally a very deep tub which is installed sunken into a tiled floor, and is designed to be capable of holding water at a much hotter temperature than western bathtubs. Despite their age-old heritage, the water temperature can be controlled by a modern facilities such as a digital control panel and there are now massage models-Jacuzzi-type Japanese bathtubs-appearing on the market. This article will discuss some of the considerations needed to be taken note of when choosing a Japanese bathtub in the home. Since the Japanese bathtub is usually a very deep tub it can hold much more water than the usual western bathtub, and this is a usual part of Japanese culture. This of course makes it ideal for the person who likes to soak in deep water. The bathtub is usually installed sunken in a tiled floor, and so in order to get into the water a person has to step down into the bathtub. This can have issues of accessibility for people who are not very mobile, and should be one of the considerations taken into account when thinking of installing this type of tub. The water in a Japanese tub is usually much hotter than in comparable tubs in the west, and is usually set at about 40C or about 104F. Some people may find this too hot, though it has been said that a person can soon get used to the higher water temperature once they realize the benefits of extreme relaxation and the therapeutic effect of the hot water on tired and aching muscles. Usually, a Japanese tub was filled from a hot water faucet protruding from the wall, which was operated manually and the user had to set the water temperature by trial and error. However many modern Japanese bathtubs have a digital control panel installed which can set the water temperature accurately to the nearest 1C, and can also include a timer which fills the bath at a prearranged time. A water-level sensor turns the water flow off when the bath water reaches the correct depth. As mentioned, Japanese bathtubs are great for soaking since they are very deep in comparison with western bathtubs. However, soaking is not the only thing nowadays, since some Japanese bathtubs are beginning to include whirlpools and other hydrotherapeutic elements into their design. If you want the best of both worlds, a whirlpool Japanese bathtub might be worth consideration. As should now be clear, there's a lot to be said for installing a Japanese bathtub. With their water depth and hotter temperatures they are great for soaking and can also offer more modern bathing accessories such as a whirlpool. There are several models on the market, and it pays to do some research before deciding which model is right for you. One thing is certain. As the popularity of Japanese bathtubs grows there will be more choice for those looking to add a touch of the Orient to their bathroom. |