Steps to Selecting a Claw Foot Tub Faucet

Whether you are selecting a claw foot faucet for afaucet. You still have plenty of selection possibilities.
brand new jetted clawfoot tub or replacing an oldThere are several features available for clawfoot
one, here are some steps to making the selection.faucets. Claw foot faucets come with a separate
Decide what type of clawfoot faucet you wouldspray feature that allows dispensing of water into
like.  If this will be going into a new bathtub, thethe tub with an additional sprayer hose attached. 
clawfoot faucet installation holes will need to be drilledThis is convenient for rinsing your hair or your body
into your tub.  Most manufacturers will do this forjust before exiting the tub.
you. There are three main types of clawfootYou can opt to add a shower feature.  This enables
faucet.  They are:you to use your tub, including a jetted clawfoot tub,
•    Free standing clawfoot faucets are locatingfor a shower. You get the luxury of a soaking tub
on the outside of the tub on a separate structure.and the convenience of a shower.  A shower
•    Tub wall mounted are affixed to the insideenclosure, usually a wrap around shower curtain, is
wall of the tub.required for this.  The most popular claw foot faucet
•    Deck/rim mounted faucets are placed uponis a classic version. It’s simple elegance only
the top lip or rim of the tub. dispenses water into your tub.
If this will be a replacement clawfoot faucet, theThe finish of your clawfoot faucet is up to you.
type of existing clawfoot faucet will determine theAntique bronze and copper, brass, polished chrome,
type for you.  It is recommended you replace yourand nickel are some of the options on the market. 
clawfoot faucet with the same type.  If you do not,Check with individual manufacturers to see if the
you will be left with holes from the old faucet to dealdesign you are interested in is offered in a finish you
with.   The exception to this may be if your currentlike.
claw foot faucet is freestanding one, you may beThe size of your claw foot faucet is a matter of
able to replace with one of the other two types andpersonal choice as well.  Some people like a large
not be left with unsightly holes. You will require holesswan necked claw foot faucet that gives a cascading
drilled in your tub for the new faucet.water sound as it pours water into the bath.  Others
If you have a jetted clawfoot tub, there is anopt for the smaller more conservative version. 
additional consideration of jet placement.  WhereWhatever the type, size, style, finish or features you
you put the faucet will depend on where the jets areselect; your clawfoot faucet is sure to be the
located in your jetted clawfoot tub.  Having a jettedfinishing touch for your tub.
clawfoot tub should not hinder you from purchasing a