The Different Styles of Clawfooted Tubs and Bathtubs

These tubs tend to come in five main styles:

Pedestal Clawfooted Tubs and Bathtubs - This type of bath does not have claw feet like the others do. The tub instead sits on a pedestal - a style that can be dated back to 1000 BC. Some have described this style as Art Deco.

Double Ended Tubs - These types of free standing clawfooted tubs feature both ends that are rounded. Some have noticed that the original style has one end rounded and the other appears more flat.

Classic Flat Rim or Roll Rim Tub - The sides of the rim on these clawfooted freestanding bathtubs bend round to create a roll in the roll rim. The flat rim style is a rim that is flat and is usually used with pedestral tubs.

Double Slipper Tubs - This style of slipper bath is when the ends are sloped and raised.

Slipper Tubs - In this style one end of the slipper foot tubs is sloped and raised to create a lying postiion for a more comfortable bathing experience.

Clawfooted tubs and bathtubs including slipper bath and free standing tubs, can be made in cast iron for a more original feel but are usually made in acrylic which is more lightweight, sturdier and has a smoother finish.

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