☬ WHAT ARE THE STANDARD *PLUMBING* FIXTURES ☬


Western-style bathtubs-- these are the modern tubs that are in the majority of households. They are long and generally fairly thin and allow the bather to be fully immersed. Generally they are attached to the wall and covered by a cabinet so there is no plumbing shown.
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Eastern-style bath tubs- shorter and deeper than the western tub thus allowing for the person to bathe standing up.
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Claw-foot Tub -- this late 19thcentury luxury item is the predecessor of the modern tub. While antique claw-foot tubs are made of cast iron, the modern claw-foot tubs are made from modern materials such as acrylic and thus are less expensive.
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Claw-foot tubs generally hold more water than a standard tub and are designed to stand alone without any need for a cabinet or to be attached to the world. They add a certain elegance to any bathroom.
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Whirl-pool tubs-- many newer homes come installed with whirlpool tubs. These are often designed for two people and incorporate nozzles that force air (or sometimes water) out to provide a relaxing massage.
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They are usually bigger than a standard bath but require cabinets. They are usually attached to a wall.
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Hot-tub -- essentially a hot tub is a very large bath for up to 8 people. It is usually installed outside and keeps the water at a constant temperature (usually around 98 degrees Fahrenheit). With the use of chemicals and filters a hot tub can use the same water for 3 months or more and can even be used in winter. A hot tub can have different configurations, with different types of nozzles and seats.
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Self-rimming sinks- these are often used in kitchens and sit in a 'hole' that is cut into the countertop. They are suspended by the rim and when installed correctly the seal between the sink and countertop is watertight.
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Bottom-mount sinks-- these sinks are clamped underneath the countertop; the hole therefore must have a finished edge. It is generally harder to keep the seal waterproof. Bottom-mount sinks are more expensive (including the additional cost of 'finishing' the hole) but are considered more contemporary and classy than the self-rimming sinks.
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Solid surface sinks-- modern methods allow sinks to be made in the same material as the countertop and glued underneath, providing a seamless connect between top and sink; some of these come in stainless steel and these are welded in place.
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Butler sink-- these are generally seen in bathrooms and consist of a rectangular sink with a rounded rim that is set into a wooden cabinet or wooden surface.
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They are smaller than kitchen sinks.
Stand-alone sink -- these sinks are finished on all sides and usually the sink is mounted on a 'leg' or piece of furniture.
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These are the most adaptable sinks and allow for a huge variety of design. Often they do not provide any under-the-sink storage.
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From my experience these are often harder to maintain (especially removing clogs) as the plumbing is often housed in a very small 'leg' and you essentially have to take the whole sink apart to get to the plumbing.