In recent years, the aesthetic trend for tubs has slant more classic; Are filled with feed Roll-top bath and clofut beautiesBut one thing we have seen is that once since the 90s and early 2000s, the prestigious Zakuzi tubs are officially out of style.
In fact, we will also say that these pre -fountains are not just dated – they can actually be harmful to the value of your home. So, what to do if you have a jacuzzi tub at home?
We checked with some domestic experts to find out if this is the time of a replacement source – and if yes, which tub option is the best.
Meet experts
- Travis hempl A bathroom is a remodeling specialist and a VP of sales and marketing in your home improvement company.
- Brett Johnson A real estate is the investor and owner of New Era Home Buyers.
Why Jacuzi is out of tub style
There are some major reasons that the Jacuzi tubs are currently out. For one, they are a novel item – and when trends come and go, it is not really a place in the world. They are also only disabled.
“They take to fill forever,” the bathroom remodeling pro Travis Hempl. “They rarely use and have a large cost to remove and change.”
Real Estate Investor Brett Johnson agrees, the Jacuzi tub is called the old -fashioned, high maintenance and useless. But he notes another reason that buyers often avoid these in search of a new house.
“The biggest complaint I hear that they make people feel dirty,” Johnson says. “Buyers do not like bacteria growing in jets and soaked in tubs used by previous owners.”
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Is it worth changing your jacuzi tub?
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If you currently have a jacuzzi tub, perhaps you are considering changing it, or getting rid of it completely. There are some things to consider, as it has both professionals and opposition.
This is an expensive project
Unfortunately, stunning out of you Jacuzi tub Not accelerated, easy or inexpensive. In fact, Hempel says thousands of dollars can be spent to change it.
It comes in their large size. Assuming that you want to replace your old jacuzi with a normal size tub, Hempl says that you have to consider the repair of the wall and floor.
“It only turns into a much larger project than removing and changing the tub,” they say.
Buyers don’t want a jacuzzi tub
Johnson agrees, although he says it may be worth it in the end.
“It is an option to leave the jacuzi tub in place, but in my experience, the contemporary, functional bathroom houses sell for more,” they say. “Buyers desire a bathroom with simplicity like spa and usually do not want a heavy tub that they will rarely use.”
If you are a remodel with the possibility of selling in the future, consider this option. This can be expensive, but you can save money below the line at the resale price of your house.
Some may like a challenge
On the other hand, you can use this room as an empty slate for potential buyers. Because Jacuzi tubs are old, Hempel says that a particularly creative buyer may get a chance to consider his own dreams for space.
A good way to assess this can be by considering the rest of your house. Do you suspect that you are willing to take house flippers or people to a large project? In that case, leave the tub in place. But if you suspect that your potential buyer expect an ended and updated house, it may be time to rip and change the tub.
Other tub styles
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If you have decided to dig the jacuzi tub, now you have an empty canvas to see fit. Consider these options, but be sure to do whatever is right for your style.
A grand walk-in shower
Often in the bathroom that facilitates a jacuzzi set-up, the tub is placed next to a separate, small shower. In this case, Hempl says that your best bet may not be about changing the tub. Instead, consider bathing together and select the option for one Wet room concept instead.
“Removing both and showering in primary is the most common in the primary,” says Hempel.
With the luxurious looks and immediately feel like a spa, this approach also allows for additional storage. This is, of course, certainly considered a major sales point by many potential buyers.
A deep soccer tub
One reason is that Jakuzi tub became dear, even if he has not gone in love. They are really comfortable for a soak. If you want this feeling but not in a jacuzzi aesthetics, hempel says Deep saucer tub There is a great option.
“(Get one) that does not require more than 60 gallons to fill,” is called Hempl. “You can also get those people and they can take half the place.”
Like replacing with a large walk-in shower, it can be a chance to create built-in storage in the bathroom that was impossible with your jacuzzi earlier.
An in-home infrared sauna
If you like your jacuzzi tub for the self-care side of life, Infrared sauna at home There is a more modern day compared to which is increasingly popular. But unlike Jacuzi tubs, they are very easy to use and maintain: they do not take up much space, do not take as much electricity as someone can expect, and can be easily taken if what you are thinking is moving forward.
