A Guide To American Standard Jetted Tubs
Whirlpool jet tubs are often the bathtub people long to have in their bathroom. The therapeutic benefits of hydrotherapy massage are priceless at the end of a long day. Those with certain medical conditions such as arthritis may find some relief with the whirlpool jet tub. The relaxation factor is well worth the reasonable expense of an American Standard jetted tub. Whirlpool and Jetted are used interchangeably when referring to these bath tubs.
American Standard jetted tubs are engineered to allow homeowners to add a whirlpool jet tub to almost any bathroom. When considering a whirlpool jet tub for your bathroom, you need to decide what size of tub you would prefer. American Standard jetted tubs are available in a multitude of varieties, from very large, two person whirlpool jet tubs, to smaller corner models for narrow or more confined bathrooms. American Standard jetted bathtubs are either made of Acrylux or Americast. Both products are exclusively engineered by American Standard.
Acrylux is an acrylic compound used in injection molded tubs. It has a scratch resistant surface, is very durable and easy to clean. Acrylux is a very economical way to produce American Standard jetted tubs.
Americast was developed to make a product comparable to cast iron, only better. Americast is 50% percent lighter than cast iron. This is a big plus when trying to maneuver a bathtub into place. The lighter weight puts less strain on floor joists as well. The bathtub is composed of a surface enamel layer that is affixed to a metal alloy that is backed by an injection molded bathtub form. This procedure allows for more elaborate design hostilities and reduces the cost of producing the American Standard jetted tub. Custom made bathtubs become more affordable and easier to make.
Some models of American Standard jetted tubs include:
The Stratford model is five and a half feet in length and made of Americast construction. It can be installed above the floor such as a freestanding whirlpool jet tub or it can recessed below the floor line to save space.
The Princeton is a 5.5 foot American Standard jetted tub that is also made of Americast. This model features an extra wide Luxury Ledge for toiletries. The Cambridge whirlpool jet tub is a slim five foot long, allowing it to fit into smaller bathrooms or more confined existing bathtub openings. The Cambridge bathtub is made of Americast as well. There are larger, deeper units made from Acrylux. Most American Standard jetted tubs are made to seat two people comfortably. They feature built in seats, lumbar supports and arm/head rests for two.
There are corner American standard jetted tubs that while a little smaller, will allow the enjoyment of adding a whirlpool jet tub to even a small bathroom.
Walk -in whirlpool jet tubs are available. These American Standard jetted tubs have a door in the front that allows the bather to enter the bath via opening and closing the door. The door seals when shut and a tub are formed. The bather can utilize the whirlpool or a shower if one is installed. These whirlpool jet tubs are ideal for anyone at risk of falling.
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