What is a Roll Top Bath?
A roll top bath is a freestanding bath with edges which curve at the top, providing a distinctive rounded effect around the edge of the tub. Roll top baths are available in a wide range of styles, to satisfy various design needs, and many bath manufacturers produce them in a dizzying array of materials. It is also possible to purchase restored vintage baths, if an old-fashioned look and feel is desired. The defining feature of a roll top bath is the curved edge of the tub. Rounded edges make it more comfortable to lounge in the bath, as they eliminate sharp corners which can be painful. They also reduce the risk of injury while getting in and out of the tub. In some cases, bath companies also manufacture surrounds for their roll top baths; these surrounds fit snugly against the side of the tub, insulating it and eliminating the lip which is created by the rolled edge. In order to be a true roll top bath, a tub must also be freestanding, and by tradition it is elevated on feet which hel
