From the category archives:

Baths, Hot Tubs & Spas

Unified Theory Applied To Bathrooms

January 5, 2009

A unified bathroom theory combining hygiene theory, universal theory, green theory, vastu theory.

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The Three Fundamental Flaws Of The Modern Toilet

December 11, 2008

My unwinking, analytical gaze of efficiency now turns to the toilet. Unfortunately, the design of the modern Western toilet is highly inefficient, in fact, it is so inefficient that it is actually harming our health. The modern toilet has only been around for about 150 years — the “porcelain throne” was created to “give dignity” [...]

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Ceramic Japanese Soaking Tubs

March 21, 2006

A company called Aquapal imports these authentic tubs from Shigaraki region of Japan. The tubs are hand-made ceramic sculptures. The clay and titanium oxide composition are naturally antibacterial. There are no prices posted on the Aquapal web site, the company says can call for custom pricing.

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Spas for the Home: Reviews and Buying Guides

September 17, 2005

There is a veritable multitude of companies making spas today. They are usually manufactured in acrylic for a deck or a specially constructed area inside the house. Often spas are sold a lot like cars — there is lot of upselling and steering buyers towards a particular brand. The Pool and Spa Living Magazine has [...]

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Wooden Hot Tubs

September 16, 2005

Wooden hot tubs are an attractive alternative to the plastic tubs that have come to dominate the marketplace today. These traditionally styled tubs are built with wood that contains natural anti-bacterial oils. SeaOtter Woodworks build their tubs by hand with Western Red Cedar. They are one of the few companies in the U.S. making wooden [...]

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Very Compact Ofuros (Japanese Baths)

June 23, 2005

Japanese soaking baths are built small but deep.
These compact “ofuro” will fit in just about anywhere — even the smallest apartment.
Diamond Spa makes the baths pictured here. We’ve no idea on the price, but the concept is good. If anyone knows where to get this style of tub at a reasonable price please let us [...]

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