Clawfoot Tub Showers

They didn't take many showers during the Victorian era. That's not to say they weren't clean. After all, who could resist a clawfoot tub for a nice hot bath' Clawfoot tub showers simply weren't a part of everyday use because indoor plumbing wasn't widely available. Just imagine how clean our ancestors would have been if clawfoot tub showers had been as widely available as they are today.

Mark down one more reason to be happy you're living now instead of 100-plus years ago. Not only do you get to enjoy the beauty and richness of the design of a clawfoot tub, but also you can savor it even more in your clawfoot tub shower.

A clawfoot tub shower is a great way to include a special and unique design touch to your bathroom while taking advantage of modern conveniences. Clawfoot tub showers are available in all the designs and sizes you'd expect, and made of both modern and retro materials to which you've become accustomed.

You'll find clawfoot tub showers made from cast iron and cast acrylic. The shower heads can also be as modern or as old-fashioned as you desire.

• Cast iron clawfoot tub showers. A must-have for the purist. They're heavy, solid and will stand up to years of use. The cast iron is usually coated with porcelain, so you'll want to take care with abrasive cleaners.
• Cast acrylic clawfoot tub showers. Lighter weight with an easy-clean surface, these tubs combine traditional beauty with modern materials.
• Clawfoot tub shower heads. You can choose styles that fit your decor and your showering preferences. Choose from freestanding or wall-mounted hardware.
• Clawfoot tub shower curtain rods. These curtain rods can mount from either the wall or ceiling. Their look still has the same classic richness that graced the homes of the well-to-do Victorians.

So as you consider buying a clawfoot tub, be sure to include a rod and showerhead for a clean Victorian look.