Everything you need to know about L-shape vs straight baths
if your customers are fitting a new bath and are unsure about which design to go for, then it can be useful to give them an overview of the key qualities and benefits of what's available.
In this blog we'll subsequently takea look at two popular types of baths - the L-shaped and the straight bath - so read to the end to find out everything you need to know about both.
The Viktor Benson L-shape Shower-bath and Screen Right-hand has a modern aesthetic
What are L-shaped baths?
L-shaped baths are those which have been specifically designed to accommodate showering in the bath i.e. they’re a type of shower-bath. Although shower-baths come in various shapes, the most common are L and P-shaped styles, with one end being specially adapted for showering, featuring additional space along with a bath/shower screen.
Whereas the P-shaped bath has a more curved aesthetic at one end, L-shaped baths have straight edges all around, including the L-shaped showering section.
Benefits of L-shaped baths:
- Great for saving space in bathrooms, as it combines the shower and bath in one. They're therefore ideal for smaller bathrooms.
- Flexibility – they give your customers the option of having both a shower and a bath in their room. You can also get them in both a left and right-hand L-shaped design, depending on which way around your customer wants their shower-bath.
- More economical – if your customer is on a budget and can’t afford a separate shower enclosure and bath, then a shower-bath like the L-shaped style can be a more affordable option.
- Modern aesthetic – L-shaped baths have a contemporary look so are ideal if your customers want a more modern look for their homes.
- With more room to stretch out, L-shaped baths allow for a more comfortable bathing experience.
The Viktor Benson L-shape Shower-bath and Screen Right-hand is a space-saving L-shaped bath which will bring that contemporary style to your customer’s bathroom and includes a hinged shower screen and bath panel for added convenience. It’s also made from high-quality acrylic so is a robust bath which is resistant to scratches and stains and will last long into the future.
The Barmby Single-ended Bath and Feet can easily be installed into a corner of the bathroom.
What are straight baths?
If your customer has less space in their bathroom, then a straight bath is a good choice – and is the most popular bath style in the UK. A versatile option, straight baths are generally fitted against the wall and have a minimal aesthetic which is easy to install in most bathrooms. Also suitable for combining with a shower to create a shower-bath, the straight style comes with its own range of benefits.
Advantages of straight baths:
- More cost-effective option if your customer is on a budget.
- Flexble - can be installed for bath-only use or as a shower-bath combo.
- Simple and functional design which will give your customer's bathroom a classic look.
- Available in different sizes and lengths.
- • Single and double-ended designs available. With single-ended styles the taps are at one end, with the other for bathing, while double-ended designs have the taps located in the centre so your customers can relax at either end of the tub. Double-ended baths also give the look of a freestanding style, so are great if your customer wants this aesthetic but doesn’t have the budget or space for a freestanding bath.
The Barmby Single-ended Bath and Feet is an example of a single-ended straight bath which will fit snugly into a corner in your customer’s bathroom. With those classic straight edges and then a curved inner end for comfortable bathing, this is a great space-saving option.
If your customer prefers a double-ended design, however, then the Asselby Double-ended Bath has a centrally positioned waste and overflow, so is perfect for sharing with a partner or simply enjoying the option of bathing at either end.
The Asselby Double-ended Bath offers the option of bathing at both ends, with centrally located taps.
Affordable L-shaped and straight baths at Tradeshack
Supplying a wide range of high-quality baths, we have something to suit all tastes at Tradeshack, with great-value prices guaranteed for all our trade customers. So, whether your customers are looking for straight baths, L-shaped or any other style, we’ll have something to suit.
Our expert team can also help with any queries you might have, while we also have some baths available for instant pick-up from our Antrim warehouse, so you don’t have to pre-order these.
For example, the Barmby single-ended straight bath and Asselby Double-ended Bath mentioned above are both available for collection, along with Otley Double-ended Baths, which are all part of our core products range. Also included within this – and therefore available now from our Antrim warehouse – is the Linton Single-ended Square Bath and the Linea L-shape Shower-bath with Front Panel and Screen.
For all your trade bath needs, think Tradeshack every time.
whether you're looking for baths or anything else, contact Tradeshack for all your trade bathroom needs. Alternatively, email us at info@bathshack.com, call us on (028) 9077 0188
