Better bath tub or shower tray?

Is it better to have a bathtub or a shower tray? This is the question many people ask themselves when they are about to renovate their bathroom. In this article we will try to give you the clearest and most exhaustive answers to this question, clarifying the main pros and cons that characterise the different furnishing solutions.

Let's start by saying that the shower tray is definitely the more economical solution, while the bathtub is the more comfortable and relaxing configuration. With our advice we will give you the right push to make a decision and choose the most suitable solution for your specific needs and requirements.

Bathtub or shower: how to make the most informed choice possible

Some people can't find a solution to what in some cases becomes a real dilemma: is it better to install the classic shower tray, or to opt for a more challenging solution represented by the installation of a bathtub? In order to try to orientate ourselves in the choice, it is inevitable to take a quick trip to discover the main pros and cons that characterise the different furnishing solutions.

Let's start by saying that the furnishing solutions for a modern bathroom today are not limited to these two simple solutions. Corner bathtub, rectangular bathtub, hydromassage, open shower or shower cubicle: these are some of the furnishing solutions you can consider when renovating your bathroom.

Each solution obviously has some advantages, but also some disadvantages: for this reason we can say that there is no absolute best solution. In order to make the most informed choice possible, it is therefore necessary to know yourself and understand precisely what your needs and those of your family are.

Shower tray: the main advantages

The first advantage of a shower is the possibility to optimise the space in your bathroom. Even if the room is particularly limited, the installation of a shower will allow you to make the most of the space you have available. Another advantage of the shower tray is its price: a bathtub is always more expensive than a shower. You will also save on water consumption, which is also higher if you have a bathtub.

A shower enclosure is also easier to install than a bathtub. In some cases it is even possible to install a shower enclosure without the intervention of a specialised technician and completely independently. Obviously, in this case you will have to pay the utmost attention during the installation phase and in particular during the connection to the drains, so as not to incur in water leaks that could result in the formation of mould. If you are not familiar with this type of work, our advice in this case is to avoid DIY and to rely on the assistance of a specialised technician.

Finally, an important advantage of modern shower enclosures is their easy accessibility, compared to a bathtub. This is especially important for elderly people. In this case, you can decide to buy a modern shower with seat or alternatively a combined shower tub.

Bathtub: the main advantages

Under certain conditions, it is preferable to install a bathtub in your bathroom. Here are the main advantages of a bathtub:

• If there is a small child in the family, a bathtub is the perfect furniture for the daily bath.
• For children, the bath is usually an opportunity to wash in a fun way, combined with play and entertainment
• Modern bathtubs are available with an integrated whirlpool for maximum comfort and relaxation.
• A bathtub gives you the opportunity to take a bath, but also a shower

Main types of bathtubs available on the market

If you have decided to opt for the purchase and installation of a bathtub, in that case you will have to choose from the different models available on the market today, namely

• Classic or traditional wall-mounted rectangular bathtub (typical size 70 X 170 cm)
• Corner bathtub: this is an extremely practical and elegant piece of furniture which, however, requires special preparation of the bathroom interior for its installation. The rounded shape of this piece of furniture does not save space in the bathroom.
• Freestanding bathtub: a very elegant piece of furniture, equipped with feet and capable of giving a touch of class and originality to the bathroom at home
• Hydromassage bathtub: for all those who have time to dedicate to taking care of themselves and their bodies, and in general for those who do not want to give up moments of intense relaxation.

Main types of shower enclosures available on the market

If, on the other hand, you have decided to purchase and install a modern shower enclosure, here too the market offers a wide range of solutions. In this regard, it should be pointed out that there are some beautiful shower models on the market today, some of which are particularly eccentric and capable of giving a touch of style and personality to your bathroom.

As far as the technical aspect of the shower opening is concerned, also in this case there are various solutions, capable of responding to different needs and requirements. In fact, it will be possible to opt for a shower enclosure with an internal door opening, an external door or a sliding door. In order to choose the most suitable model for your needs, in addition to your own taste you will need to think about how the other elements of the bathroom will be positioned in order to have a correct opening of your shower enclosure.

Another very important element of a shower enclosure, which is often underestimated, is the glass of the enclosure. You will have to choose between transparent and opaque glass, depending on your preferences and your need for privacy and intimacy in the bathroom.