bathtub
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A bathtub is a large container, typically made from materials like porcelain-coated cast iron, designed to hold water for bathing or hydrotherapy purposes. Bathtubs have been used for centuries and remain important fixtures in homes, providing a practical and accessible way for people to wash and care for their bodies.
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16 sectionsContents
- Styles
- Drain orientation
- Structure
- History of bathtubs and bathing
- Cleansing
- Clawfoot bathtubs
- Pedestal bathtubs
- Baby bathtub
- Soft bathtubs
- Inflatable bathtubs
- Recreation and therapy
- Hot tubs
- Whirlpool tubs
- See also
- References
- External links
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A bathtub, also abbreviated as bath or tub, is a container for holding water in which a person or another animal may bathe. Modern bathtubs can be made of thermoformed acrylic, porcelain-enameled steel or cast iron, or fiberglass-reinforced polyester. A bathtub is usually placed in a bathroom, either as a stand-alone fixture or in conjunction with shower plumbing.