Fixer To Fabulous Makes A Case For Ditching The Luxe Jacuzzi Tub In Your Home

There is something to be said about a jacuzzi tub in your bathroom: the spa-like feel, the health benefits, and the instant relaxation that comes with hot water and built-in water massagers. And while the jet-powered bathtubs, which came out in 1968, remained a strong choice for decades, it has officially gone out of style. In recent years, oversized indoor hot tubs have become outdated and replaced with sleeker options. During an episode of "Fixer to Fabulous" on HGTV, Jenny and Dave Marrs take note of this, replacing a jacuzzi tub with a "modern freestanding tub."

The before and after photos of the bathroom area prove just why jacuzzi tubs have gone to the wayside. But it's not just the jacuzzi variety — many homeowners are forgoing the tub in their bathrooms altogether. Still, though, having at least one tub is vital, especially for resale value. If you are now looking at your unused jacuzzi tub and wondering what to do with it, here are some things to consider.

Jenny and Dave Marrs from "Fixer to Fabulous" replaced a homeowner's outdated jacuzzi tub for style reasons, replacing it with a more modern tub style. But beyond the look, there are other reasons you may want to consider letting go of your jacuzzi tub. A jacuzzi tub takes up a ton of space, space that can be used to make a bathroom feel bigger, have more storage, and be overall more functional. Plus, if you plan to use your jacuzzi tub often, you may be looking at a higher electricity bill. If you are looking to install a jacuzzi tub, you will need a professional to ensure that your home can handle the power supply needed to run it.

In addition to the electric bill and the outdated style, a jacuzzi tub also requires more maintenance than a regular tub. This means you should expect to spend a bit more time cleaning it after every use.

A jacuzzi tub takes up a lot of space, so if you are planning to remove it, you are likely wondering what you can do instead to fill the empty area. Jenny and Dave Marrs opted for a trendy, freestanding claw-foot tub, but there are other options as well. If you don't see yourself soaking in a bathtub after a long day, you may find a better use of the space by making it a walk-in shower instead. Adding a bench or seating of some sort to the shower will create a relaxing atmosphere without a tub.

If you are planning to resell at some point, forgoing a bath entirely may not be the smartest move. Many people require a bathtub, so if you don't have one in another bathroom in the home, consider updating your jacuzzi tub instead. Of course, a claw-foot tub is the trendy option right now, but you can also consider other options, like a Japanese soaking tub or a sunken bathtub, which are more modern than the jacuzzi tub.