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A
whirlpool tub is high on the list of
desired upgrades for many of our
customers. Whirlpool tubs are not only
excellent upgrades and will add lots of
resale value to a house, but are also a
wonderful addition to a master bathroom
for relaxation and go a long way in
creating that self-indulgent home spa.
However, in regard to your budget and
design, you need to consider that there is
more to the cost of a whirlpool tub than
just the cost of the tub and the
installation.
Things
you should know:
Design
considerations:
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Corner
tubs take up just as much room if not more
in a bathroom then a straight tub.
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Whirlpool
tubs have a pump(s) that must be
accessible incase of service or replacement. This can effect design and
budget since access panels must be built
into the project. Also there is no
consistent location for pumps between
manufacturers, some locate them in the
front, some on the sides, so you must take
into consideration the room and access as
well as the models you are considering.
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Custom
framing is required to build what is
called the ‘tub deck ’and takes up
much more room than the standard bathtub
they are replacing.
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White
is the easiest color to keep clean, with
black being the hardest and shows off
water spots readily.
Cost
considerations:
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