Copper is naturally antibacterial, making it the perfect material for a soaker tub. Our freestanding copper tubs will completely transform your home bathroom or hotel suite. Master coppersmiths have been hand-pounding bathtubs for thousands of years. The process starts with a large sheet of thick copper sheeting, and carefully using heat and hammers to pound the large basin to create unique color patterns.
Since each bathtub is hand-made, your tub will be one of a kind, made to your exact specifications. We offer standard tubs to start your process for selecting the right bathtub. We do encourage you to consider customizing your tub by letting us know about your unique color and texture preferences.
We can also incorporate a custom motif or design on the tub. Since each bathtub is handmade, tailoring it to your specifications is very cost effective! Once made only for kings and royalty, copper tub making processes have become more efficient, which has allowed these masterpieces to be quite affordable. Especially when you consider the longevity, elegance and lasting enjoyment you will get every day, from both the functionality and artistic craftsmanship of your custom, copper bathtub.
When purchasing a copper bathtub, many homeowners are simply attracted to the striking luxury vibes that can take center stage in any bathroom or hotel suite. Ultimately, though, copper isn’t only the perfect way to unlock heightened levels of sophistication. Copper bathtubs are an ancient art.
Here at CopperSmith, we are passionate about the beauty of copper bathtubs and combine our passion for the history of copper bathtubs with cutting-edge technology like our 3-D configurator to deliver guaranteed success every time.
The ancient art of copper bathtubs
When looking at the history of copper, it is shown that the material has been used for thousands of years around the world.
Meanwhile, baths can be dated back thousands of years, potentially to 3000 BC in ancient Greece and the region that is modern-day Pakistan. It is believed that they were public baths that focused on excavated sanitation systems. The evolution of baths over the millennia to follow would see the situations move towards the baths that we know in modern society. While copper bathtubs did not become a common feature until the 19th century, they did exist far earlier - only they were reserved for the very highest classes.
They were used, for example, throughout the 18th century by monarchs in France and other European lands. Meanwhile, here in the U.S., Benjamin Franklin was known to enjoy a copper bathtub.
Copper bathtubs have also been referenced in artworks dating back several centuries, along with literature and historical documents. In all instances, the users are wealthy individuals like monarchs and people of importance. It is an image that has continued into the modern-day depictions of previous centuries through fiction novels and period drama TV shows.
The copper bathtubs were once light and portable tubs that simply had a sheet of copper but were housed in lighter materials. They became full copper fixtures once permanent free-standing products were made. Either way, the art of making a copper bathtub is one that required master workers to manually hammer the malleable metal thousands of times before shaping the bathtub. Aside from creating that distinct copper aesthetic, it ensured that every copper bathtub was unique. Even today’s contemporary copper bathtubs are blessed by this attribute. It creates a stunning appeal that marries modern style with centuries of coppersmithing.
It is an ancient art that can be viewed as one of the oldest forms of metalwork for home design among the super-wealthy, including bureaucrats and royals. The deep baths and red hues of the material, along with the practical functions, were supported further by the styling that could be achieved with the wooden or cast iron shells. A timeless icon was borne and is as relevant as ever to this day.
The distinguishing features of a copper bathtub
Copper bathtubs remain an immensely popular choice in luxury home design, and not only because copper is superior to other metals. It’s a practical solution that offers low maintenance requirements, provides an even warmth that lasts and is sustainable. Above all else, though, it has that unmistakable sense of grandeur that makes a splash in any bathroom style.
The fact it has been synonymous with high-class living for centuries, not least thanks to its depictions in various forms of media, has seen luxury property owners flock to copper bathtubs for many generations.it is a phenomenon that continues to this day as buyers search for the distinguished characteristics and aesthetics that separate the best bathtub material from the rest.
Firstly, they are freestanding, which instantly stands out from wall-fixed bathtubs. Meanwhile, clawfoot copper bathtubs carry an extra allure linked to the significant wealth shown in the mid-19th century. Even though the bathtubs featuring those elements weren’t made from copper back then, the stylistic feet have become synonymous with timeless class and have now been seen on copper bathtubs for many generations.
Copper bathtubs additionally boast high sides and exquisite finishes ranging from copper verde to polished copper. Meanwhile, the malleable metal is highly customizable with the choice of hammered or smooth interior while dimensions can also be adjusted to reflect individual requirements. Our 3-D configurator can help you design the perfect solution that’s set to deliver a lifetime of relaxation - especially when combined with the right bath accessories and copper bathroom sinks.
The fact that the art has retained its appeal and high-class status throughout many generations confirms the timelessness of copper bathtubs.
Modern copper bathtubs steeped in history
Copper is naturally antibacterial, making it the perfect material for a soaker tub. Our freestanding copper tubs will completely transform your home bathroom or hotel suite. Master coppersmiths have been hand-pounding bathtubs for thousands of years. The process starts with a large sheet of thick copper sheeting, and carefully using heat and hammers to pound the large basin to create unique color patterns.
Since each bathtub is hand-made, your tub will be one of a kind, made to your exact specifications. We offer standard tubs to start your process for selecting the right bathtub. We do encourage you to consider customizing your tub by letting us know about your unique color and texture preferences.
We can also incorporate a custom motif or design on the tub. Since each bathtub is handmade, tailoring it to your specifications is very cost-effective! Once made only for kings and royalty, copper tub-making processes have become more efficient, which has allowed these masterpieces to be quite affordable. Especially when you consider the longevity, elegance, and lasting enjoyment you will get every day, from both the functionality and artistic craftsmanship of your custom, copper bathtub.
To learn more about the benefits and cultural significance of copper bathtubs and to design your perfect bathtub with our 3-D configurator, call the CopperSmith team to arrange a full custom quote today!