Many people in Australia will not be familiar with the Japanese soaking tub set up but you will be more familiar with the Australian wet room which takes much of its design from the Japanese soaking tub layout.

So let me guide you through this concept with some expert advice and do’s and don’ts in case this soaking tub bathroom is where you’re heading to.

Below we will cover the following questions.

• What is a Japanese soaking tub?
• The difference between a wet room and a soaking tub layout
• Will soaking tubs become popular in Australia?

What is a Japanese soaking tub?

Japanese soaking tubs or Japanese wet rooms (which I like to call them) are a traditional concept of soaking in a deep bath around about 70cm deep, much deeper than your average tub. Which means, seated, you should be submerged over your shoulders.

Designed to be for more of healing concept instead of a washing device the Japanese tubs are used only after you shower first.

Modern Japanese soaking tubs in Australia are very different to traditional wooden styles using more acrylic and occasional stone.

Difference between a wet room and soaking tub layout?

Differences you will come across between the modern wet room and the Japanese wet room are not many but can be significant.

For me the biggest differences between the two are firstly the amount of space you need for a soaking tub.

Soaking tubs are higher and take less leg room.

If you are lacking depth in your bathroom, you can still have a really deep bath due to the height of the soaking tub.

You want at least 1100mm of depth in a space to allow for the soaker to fit. Thats nothing!

Lastly, the big difference is how the wet rooms are used.

A modern Australian wet room has everything getting wet while you use the shower or if you so use the bath there is no order.

Modern Japanese wet rooms require you to shower first and then get in the bathtub afterwards, so you are clean when using it.

On top of the use of soaking tubs will often use wood like a sauna set up depending on how your bathroom is set up.

Will Japanese soaking tubs become more popular in Australia?

Japanese soaking tubs will not really be that popular in Australia until the access affordability of these bathtubs becomes more popular.

Importantly if you are going for that timber real wood bath you are looking at spending $5000 or more if you get them custom-made.

Your average home renovator is just not going to spend that on a tranquil bath. You can get more affordable acrylic styles like a square style from ATS or rounded from ABI.

Final Thoughts

My honest review of Japanese wet rooms in Australia is they are a fantastic idea that I love for a person looking to spend a little more on a luxurious design.

Tranquillity in a busy world can be priceless and nothing is more calming than a deep soak.

Concepts can be cute but this trend is more specific and focused which I am a big fan of.

Most likely not many family renovators or space-poor renovators are going to implement this style of wet room for their next bathroom renovation but if you love relaxing I would recommend it.

So recap the points below

• Japanese Wet Rooms and Australian Wet Rooms Similar Structure But Difference Uses
• Soaking Tubs Take Up Less Space Depth Wise So Perfect For Small Rooms
• Can Be Costly To Buy
• Amazing For Anyone Looking To Creature A Natural Space

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