A bathtub is not strictly essential in a bathroom, although freestanding baths would traditionally represent the focal point of a bathroom area.
Many people prefer to take showers and use the bathtub only on rare occasions. Therefore, some people may decide to opt for shower enclosures as opposed to baths.
However, bathtubs are generally still highly sought after amongst homeowners, and their presence can improve the saleability of a property. Our blog entitled, Baths Or Showers? Can They Affect My Property’s Value explains more on this point.
For the best of both worlds, shower baths are another option well worth considering.