A Pedestal tub is one of the important type of freestanding tub whose shape is oval and are without feet. The tub rest on an oval base. The base of the tubs can be of different materials. The materials used in the base are finished to match the exterior surface of the tub. The tubs are available in different colors and styles.

Being a buyer you should know that if you are buying European style pedestal bath tubs have no faucet drilling. This feature provides the deeper water level just like clawfoot tubs. Faucets can be mounted either on the floor or the wall. You should actually know what type of faucet options your tub has. As installation of tub depends on the available space in the bathroom of the customer it will be prudent for you to have the tubs with both types of faucet installation facility.

Pedestal tubs come with various other additional features like they have optional towel rail of different materials that can be installed on one or both ends of the tub. This feature is an advantage customer as it will eliminate the problem of where to put the towels for these freestanding tubs. Though the pedestal tub is designed for soaking but some of the tubs also have hand-held shower which provides the user a comfortable rinsing.

Pedestal tubs come in various materials like porcelain, cast iron, acrylic etc. It will be better if you look into this aspect carefully and make sure that the materials used in the tubs are rust free.