After an exhausting day at work, what better way to relax than to go home and soak your cares away in a water jet whirlpool?
Water jet whirlpools are by no means as expensive as you might think and the benefits are such that careful economising ensures they remain cost effective.
So how do they work? Essentially, a water jet is attached to the bath. It draws in the water and blasts it back through various apertures placed strategically around the actual bathtub. As a result, the fortunate bather is offered a wonderfully relaxing full-body massage, whilst being thoroughly cleansed.
Because there are now a huge assortment of such baths, the homeowner can choose a design perfectly matched to his or her physical size or preference.
Another popular innovation is a soaking bath. These are vertically positioned and hot water is pumped in up to neck height. They are traditionally of Japanese origin and resemble a narrow floating tank, very useful in a smaller bathroom.
However, if baths are not for you, why not invest in a shower enclosure with multiple showerheads. Water is forced out of several outlets at high speed, creating a superb water massage effect. A further bonus is that the system allows you to control the water temperature as well as positioning the showerheads to wherever your aches and pains may lie.
If you really want to enjoy the ultimate spa experience, why not fit underfloor water heating? Or upgrade your music system so that it pipes your favourite ambient music into the bathroom?