Alcove bathtubs are the most common type of bathtubs in the world, they came into popularity with the mass production after World War I. Alcove bathtubs are enclosed on three sides, generally by walls and are only exposed on the front side. Sometimes requiring a separate apron. From design standpoint, alcove bathtubs are plain and simple and typically the least decorative bathtubs.

There are fewer finished surfaces on alcove bathtubs, so alcove bathtubs are the most popular bathtubs in the world market since they are more economically priced.

Safety grab bars and rails are often to be seen to install on alcove bathtubs. It’s easy to pull or push out of the bathtubs readily. The drain of the alcove bathtubs could be either on the right side or the left sides. Just specified before choose the desired one for bathroom project.