Diagonal Bathtub Is Revolutionary (Jul, 1934)
Filed under: Bathroom — @ 11:24 pm
Source: Modern Mechanix ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Jul, 1934
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Source: Modern Mechanix ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Jul, 1934
| Buy on Ebay
Diagonal Bathtub Is Revolutionary
THE introduction of a new diagonal bathtub marks the first major change in bathtub design since the first installation in 1841.
Though the new tub is but four feet square, it has just as much room for bathing as the rectangular tubs. The bathing recess extends diagonally across the corners, with two seats in opposite corners. Mothers can sit comfortably while bathing children. The seat in the rear is very convenient to use while taking a shower. All plumbing is concealed under the rim.
I wonder if in 80 years it will seem this funny and “well, duh” when people come across old articles about how revolutionary the iPhone (or insert any technology, really) was.
Comment by fluffy — July 18, 2008 @ 9:28 am
What surprises me is that they drew a naked man instead of a woman in a skimpy bathing suit.
Comment by Rick Auricchio — July 19, 2008 @ 10:04 am
We have that style of tub in our old farmhouse, I would like to replace it with one with a better finish, I don’t think they make them anymore.
Comment by blueferretdog — July 20, 2008 @ 4:41 am
My grandparents had a pink one in their pink/black bathroom in 1956. I loved it!! And I cant find one anywhere and I want one any suggestions?
Comment by DG — February 3, 2009 @ 10:08 pm
Looks like there’s still a few suppliers. Try a Google search for “diagonal bathtub” – this one comes up pretty quick. You’d probably have better luck looking for jacuzzi-style bathtubs though, since those often come in designer colors and can be mounted in a corner (they’re quite a bit pricier though).
Comment by fluffy — February 3, 2009 @ 10:12 pm