Multiple online surveys show that more people take showers than baths. However, the bathtub is still a fixture in many homes, the focal point of the bathroom. In multigenerational homes, bathtubs provide children and the elderly a safer and more comfortable alternative to showers.
The National Kitchen & Bath Association 2015 trends report identifies bathroom remodeling in the $10,000 to $30,000-plus range. Plumbing & Mechanical surveyed its readers earlier this year to find out bathtub design and installation trends in the industry. On average, survey respondents say nearly 60% of bathtub installations last year were for residential remodeling/retrofit purposes, with 22% in single-family new construction.