Clawfoot Tub Faucets - Three Styles To Consider

by Ashlyn Rose

If your bathroom is full of vintage tub and bath accessories, then you must have embraced the vintage style. You're probably the type of person that goes all out with their decorating. This is great, because you have realized that the bathroom in most homes is uninviting and cold. Adding a flair of style to this room can make your house guests and friends much more comfortable when they come over for a visit.

One of the most important aspects of vintage bathrooms is the bathtub - most likely a clawfoot tub. This type of bathtub will also require the purchase of specially designed faucets for clawfoot tubs. It does not matter what type of bathroom you have, there is a tub faucet that will fit it - both aesthetically and physically. In this article, we will take a look at three different styles of clawfoot tub faucets you may consider for your tub.

There are three basic types of tub faucets that will fit your vintage tub.

First, there is the standard tub wall mounted faucet. If you think of anyone's bathroom, this is probably the type of faucet that they have. Most of bathtubs that are connected to a wall or are in a enclosed area in the bathroom, will use this type of faucet. It simply shoots out from the wall of a clawfoot tub. It seems simple into the point, but it is rather difficult to install because you have to drill holes through the tub itself.

The next most popular type is a deck mount faucet. If you have ever seen Kingston Brass faucets, then you're probably familiar with this style. They usually sit on the top of the lip of the tub. This is a rather extravagant style because the faucet is displayed prominently. If you use a tub wall mounted faucet, it usually sits below the lip of the tub and is unseen. So, if you choose a deck mount faucet model, you should be willing to spend just a little bit extra money because it will be on display.

The third and final type maybe the most extravagant is the freestanding tub faucet. Usually, these are not attached directly to the tub in any way. Rather, they stand by themselves and curve over the lip of the tub. You can only use a freestanding tub faucet if you have a little bit of extra room in your bathroom. So, physical space is one factor that you really need to think about when your choosing your faucet.

Make sure that you purchase a faucet that matches the overall style of your bathroom.

You don't want your free standing faucet to be the most extravagant thing in your entire bathroom. Think about buying one that complements the design and style of your clawfoot tub. Plus, remember that it needs to be functional as well as pleasing to the eye.