Bathrooms With Clawfoot Tubs: Which Type To Choose?
This gallery features beautiful bathrooms with clawfoot tubs. Below you’ll find pictures of a variety of clawfoot bathtub styles so you can find the one you like best and is ideal for your space. Clawfoot bathtubs have been around since the late 1800’s and have always been considered a luxury. These types of tubs are generally constructed from cast-iron with a porcelain coating, or from acrylic.
Here are some of the most popular types of clawfoot tubs:
– Traditional roll top rim claw foot tub – The most common style of tub with a classic shape with a sloped backrest on one side.
– Slipper claw foot tub – This tub design has a high back on one side for enhanced comfort.
– Double ended claw foot tub – This type has rounded ends on both sides giving you the choice of either side as a bathing position.
– Double slipper claw foot tub – Has a rounded end on both sides with a high back construction for additional comfort.
Tub with Double Slipper Clawfoot
A double-slipper clawfoot tub is inherently symmetrical, so lean into that balance by centering it on a dramatic focal wall, think a feature tile pattern or full-height wainscoting. Pair the high sweeping ends with a floor-mounted faucet that has a graceful gooseneck spout to echo the tub’s curves. Because the profile is commanding, keep surrounding finishes calm (subtle marble veining or soft matte plaster) and introduce texture with a vintage-style bath rug or woven stool rather than bold color. A low chandelier hung over the midpoint reinforces the tub’s sculptural silhouette while leaving sightlines open from both ends.
This bathroom has a unique sage green wall color, giving it an earthy and cool feel, and is paired with simple white marble floors and mosaic tiles. The freestanding bathtub with silver legs is placed beside the bay window area and given more emphasis through the use of a small crystal chandelier. The crystal chandelier ceiling light is an elegant way to set a perfect tranquil mood lighting as you unwind for the day. The star of this master bathroom is the white double slipper claw foot bathtub with nickel feet, placed in the middle. A simple glass screen fixed on a marble wall of the shower area prevents water from splashing on the marble flooring. Wenge vanity cabinet in oil finish with a marble counter top gives contrast to the color scheme of the space.
Tub with Cast Iron Feet
Cast-iron feet feel weighty and traditional, so borrow from period millwork: bead-board or raised-panel wainscot painted in a muted heritage hue frames the tub beautifully. To soften the metal’s heft, layer in plush textiles, linen café curtains or a thick Turkish towel ladder. If the room skews contemporary, contrast the feet with sleek matte-black hardware and a slimline shelf of soapstone or quartz beside the tub; the tension between old and new makes the ironwork pop rather than feel dated.
A classic roll rimmed cast iron claw foot tub with lion paw feet is simply placed by a bay window. Floor to ceiling tempered clear glass shower partition allows you to enjoy the view of the beautiful garden outside. An area carpet provides a slip-resistant surface as you climb out of the tub and protects the natural stone flooring.
Antique Claw Foot Tub
True antiques deserve to be the star. Position the tub on an island of patterned encaustic or small-format mosaic tile to set it apart from the main floor field. Polished-nickel fixtures will match most antique overflow covers and taps without stealing the spotlight. Keep walls light so the patina sings, but punctuate the space with one statement sconce in a complementary antique finish, think aged brass or milk-glass. A narrow console table nearby gives you a landing spot for candles and bath salts while maintaining the tub’s museum-piece vibe.
This refreshing master bathroom incorporates high quality materials such as marbled floor and marble counter. Multiple lamp scones used for mirror lighting and a chandelier for ceiling light adds an elegant accent to match the classic double-ended claw foot tub. Custom design cabinets are installed for more storage space. Light curtain fabric allows light to pass through and gives a silhouette of the beautiful landscape outside.
Black Painted Tub
A black exterior instantly modernizes the classic form. Play up the drama with contrasting bright surfaces like white marble floors, cream shiplap, or high-gloss subway tile, and mirror the dark tone in smaller accents such as a steel shower frame or iron mirror. Avoid too many other saturated colors; instead, add warmth through metallics like aged gold faucets or a brass caddy. Soft uplighting (wall washers or concealed LED strips) will prevent the black from reading flat and will highlight the sculpted rim.
A free-standing hardwood vanity with double porcelain sinks, marble countertops, brass-framed mirrors, and bathroom fixtures is another period-style master bathroom design. Vintage style acrylic slipper claw foot tub with gold lion feet is painted in black and goes perfectly well with the patterned marble flooring.
Double Slipper Cast Iron Tub
Because cast iron retains heat, this model invites longer soaks. Accentuate the spa feel with radiant-heated flooring and an oversized teak bath board that spans the width for books and tea. The mass of cast iron can feel visually heavy, so lighten the composition with airy window treatments (gauzy linen or bottom-up shades) and elevate the tub on slightly larger floor tiles laid in a diagonal to trick the eye into seeing more space. Balance the iron with unlacquered brass taps that will develop a living finish over time.
This elegant custom-painted claw foot tub placed near a tile framed fireplace surrounded by marble walls with patterned geometric border gives this bathroom an aristocratic characteristic. Designed with an arched window and passageway, mosaic tile wall with a rustic candle style wrought iron wall light, heavy wood vanity with granite countertop and natural stone flooring reflects upon a classical era.
Red Acrylic Tub with Gold Claw Feet
A bold, almost jewel-box statement, this pairing shines in a powder-room-scale bath or an eclectic primary ensuite. Keep walls neutral—soft champagne or palest blush, to let the red read as art rather than kitsch. Echo the gold in thin picture frames or hardware, but avoid matching everything; one or two black accents (perhaps a metal side table or charcoal artwork) ground the palette. Choose a large frameless mirror to reflect the tub’s color and double its impact without more ornamentation.
A mix-and-match motif of this bathroom uses the unique shape and natural tones of pebbles and stones combined with wood parquet flooring, bringing the beauty of nature from the view of the backyard indoors. A red acrylic claw foot bathtub with gold feet and gold faucet fixtures creates a lovely accent.
Vintage Roll Rim Bathtub with White Claw Feet
A roll-rim lip whispers farmhouse elegance. Highlight that gentleness with tongue-and-groove paneling and a wide-plank oak floor sealed in a matte finish. White feet visually blend into lighter flooring, so differentiate with a soft patterned rug or a painted stencil border around the tub zone. Bridge old and new by swapping the standard porcelain-lever taps for a bridge faucet in brushed stainless; it feels current yet references classic forms.
Enjoy the flexibility of sitting at either end of this bathtub, soaking in a hot bath while looking over the foliage of trees in this vintage rolled rim double-ended claw foot tub with white feet. Mosaic flooring prevents slippage and adds texture to this simple bathroom design.
Fireplace Placed Beside Tub with Claw Feet
When installing a fireplace in the bathroom, always place safety first. Install a sealed gas insert or electric fireplace rated for bathroom use, with tempered glass to block splashes. Visually, anchor the composition by matching the firebox surround material to the tub filler finish—e.g., matte black metal with black fixtures produces cohesion. Keep mantel décor minimal: a single artwork or pair of candlesticks so the flame and tub remain co-heroes. A herringbone-laid hearth tile can subtly echo claw feet curves while providing a non-slip transition zone.
Instead of being placed near a window, this double-slipper cast iron claw foot tub is positioned near a fireplace with a solid wood mantle. Mosaic floor tiles underneath the tub is bordered by travertine natural stone, giving a unique pattern and character. The massive hardwood vanity cabinet with an under-mount sink topped with a granite slab provides a contemporary and luxurious look.
Tub with Silver Feet
Silver (chrome or polished nickel) feet feel crisp and reflective. Amplify that clarity through cool undertones elsewhere: pale gray walls, blue-veined marble, or icy glass mosaic niches. Introduce one warm element, and perhaps a walnut stool or woven basket, to stop the scheme from feeling clinical. Opt for frameless shower screens or clear glass pendant globes so light can bounce off the feet and around the room, maximizing shimmer.
Small Tub with Imperial Feet
Imperial feet are ornate, often with acanthus-leaf detailing. In a compact footprint, avoid crowding them with visual noise. Select a slim storage ladder instead of a bulky cabinet and mount faucets on the wall to free up floor area. A high-gloss paint on the tub exterior (even classic white) will emphasize the foot carving by reflecting light along its contours. Vertical surfaces like skinny subway tile stacked to the ceiling or narrow-groove paneling will draw the eye up and make the room feel taller.
Let your imagination run free and wild with this eclectic bathroom. Blue wallpaper, faux wood ceramic tiles, a custom-tin ceiling, and an acrylic claw-foot tub with imperial feet complete this mix-and-match style.
Double Clawfoot Bathtub in Aged Chrome Finish
A weathered chrome patina introduces industrial chic. Complement it with concrete-look porcelain flooring and fixtures in the same aged tone to create a unified palette. Expose any brick or use a textured plaster finish for tactile contrast. Keep fabrics rugged but soft by using a stone-washed linen shower curtain or cotton hammam towels. Lighting should skew utilitarian: cage pendants or articulated sconces in matching aged chrome keep the narrative cohesive.
A simple and yet elegant master bathroom design uses an aged chrome cast iron double ended claw foot bathtub, ceramic medium tone faux wood tiles, a pendant chandelier, and a sitting area with carpet.
Tub with Lions Feet
Lion’s-paw feet are bold and regal, so echo that grandeur with rich materials: a walnut board-and-batten wall, dark emerald paint, or a statement crystal chandelier overhead. Because the feet command attention, allow clear breathing space around them, so no baskets or scale-crowding décor underneath. A Persian-inspired rug with subtle gold threads can tie in the tub’s metallic finish while bringing softness underfoot.
Copper Claw Foot Soaking Bathtub
Unsealed copper develops a living patina, offering evolving character. Spotlight that evolution with soft natural light—if privacy allows, a full-height picture window or skylight is ideal. Surround finishes should be matte and organic: limestone, reclaimed timber, or smooth tadelakt plaster. Skip contrasting metals and stick with oil-rubbed bronze or darkened copper fixtures for visual harmony. Store cleaning supplies close by; gentle citrus-free cleaners preserve the finish without stripping personality.
A grand bathroom fit for a king is designed with medieval royalty in mind. The rustic textured wall, which mimics the marble floor, brass wall sconce, free-standing heavy hardwood vanity with marble countertop, large framed mirror, a copper claw foot bathtub, and bronze and marble sculpture accents are typical elements of a period style bathroom design.
Tub with Rosalind Acrylic And Metal Feet
Rosalind acrylic has a floral, almost Art Nouveau elegance. Celebrate that with delicate décor motifs: botanical wallpaper or a single large floral print framed in white. Balance the whimsy with streamlined faucets and a spout finished in satin nickel or brushed steel to keep the overall look refined rather than fussy.
A Greek inspired bathroom is decorated with Rosalind acrylic claw foot bathtub, Carrera marble flooring, dark grey Greek key boarder paired with white subway tiles and highlighted by a classic rich color artwork. All elements mimic the beauty of ancient civilization.
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