- Will this tub fit a standard alcove?
- It is 47 inches long, shorter than the common 60-inch tub, so measure your opening and framing first. The alcove width and drain position must match your rough-in.
- Does it come with the faucet and drain?
- Yes. The faucet, hand shower and drain are included, which saves buying a separate trim kit. Check that your plumbing rough-in matches the included fittings.
- Is it a jetted tub or a soaker?
- It is a whirlpool with water jets, and it also works as a soaking tub with the pump off. There is no air blower.
- Do I need to build a front panel?
- Yes. It has no front, so you add an apron or tile surround to close the alcove. Plan that material and labor into the install.
- How does it compare with a 60-inch whirlpool?
- It gives up about a foot of length for a smaller footprint. Tall bathers will notice the difference; small bathrooms gain usable floor space.
- Is the acrylic durable?
- Acrylic is warm to the touch and resists chipping better than enamel over steel, but it scratches and can flex if not set on a proper base. Support it fully during installation.
- Where is the Empava Model 47-in x 71-in White Acrylic Rectangular Alcove Whirlpool Tub with Faucet Hand Shower with Drain cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $3,638.33, as of our latest check.