Clawfoot tubs vs. pedestal tubs:
During tub installation we always have to make a choice between buying clawfoot tubs and pedestal tubs. Both kinds of tubs have their own strong points and their own weaknesses, so it is sometimes hard to decide which are better – clawfoot tubs or pedestal ones? In this article we discuss all strong points and weaknesses of both tubs’ kinds, but it is you who should make the final decision – a clawfoot tub or a pedestal one.
Installation procedure
First let’s take a look at the installation procedure. Clawfoot tubs really have an upper hand there – you don’t need anything but a few pieces of pipe to install clawfoot tubs. Pedestal ones need much more work and effort during their installation – you have to literally build them in if you want them to look good. Clawfoot tubs look just the way they are supposed to look without any additional effort.
Level of comfort:
Speaking about comfort is always hard. Things that some people like, others may hate and vice versa. But general opinion is that clawfoot tubs are less comfortable – the fact that pedestal tubs are built-in means that there is usually some easily accessible space for newspapers and/or cosmetics nearby. Clawfoot tubs need some additional stool or similar piece of furniture to be placed nearby if they are to be equally comfortable.
Price:
The last important thing after installation and comfort is the price. Clawfoot tubs are often a little more expensive than their pedestal counterparts of similar quality, but they need not to be built-in, as pedestal ones. Pedestal tubs are cheap, but you have to add the cost of installation unless you want to install a tub yourself, but it may be more difficult than you think.
Clawfoot tubs are easier to install and a little cheaper. Pedestal ones are more expensive and hard to install, but much more comfortable. The choice is yours.
