Looking to redo your bathroom? A bath can be a point of central focus, with the rest of the bathroom built around it. As well as looks, the tap position, size and comfort are all important things to consider. Here are some of the best baths for inspiration.

1 Primes Exterior

The Astonian Original cast iron bath from Aston Matthews measures a generous 1700 x 680mm and has a primed exterior, allowing you to paint the tub to match your décor. You can also keep repainting it when you fancy a change, so you don’t need to replace the bath for a whole new look. This colour is Farrow & Ball’s Churlish Green in eggshell £2,253

2 Heat Retaining

Cased in the unique Cian® solid surface material, BC Designs’ luxurious Portman bath comes in Silk Matt and ColourKast colours including Satin Rose, Powder Blue, Industrial Grey and Light Fawn. Measuring 1640 x 750mm, it’s scratch and stain resistant and keeps your hot water hot for longer, reducing energy and water bills £4,450

3) Back to wall

If you don’t have room for a freestanding tub but you still want the wow factor, a back to wall design saves space, is easier to install and is more family friendly. This Artist model from Crosswater is made from stone with a gloss finish and measures 1690 x 700mm £2,940

4 Double Ended

With its soft, rounded internal shape that’s so comfortable to lie in, the 1700 x 750mm Verde bath from Britton is a double-ended design that allows for the flexibility of laying at either end. Made from Lucite®, an acrylic that’s naturally anti-slip, it’s ideal for families and all ages. It also comes with adjustable leg fixings for uneven floors £500

5 Roll Top

For a freestanding roll-top in a small bathroom or ensuite, The Albion Bath Company has the Tubby Torre Duo in Burnished Iron. A neat and compact 1500 x 735mm, it still has the double ended design and elegant curves of a full size version and comes with a purpose-built plinth to conceal the waste pipes. It’s also lightweight, as it’s made from Iso-Enamel rather than cast iron £3,255

6 Space Saving

A corner bath is the ultimate space saver and this modern left hand style is perfect for adding a splash of colour to your bathroom. The Lussari 1700 x 750mm tub from Victoria + Albert Baths is painted in RAL 6027 Light Green and you can choose from 199 colours in total. It’s also made from QUARRYCAST, a unique blend of Volcanic Limestone and high-performance resins £3,349.50

7 Claw Feet

Bathroom Mountain’s Tonbridge roll-top slipper bath in Dove Grey comes with claw feet for a traditional look in a period bathroom. Measuring 1600 x 720mm, it’s made from Lucite® acrylic and is double skinned so it keeps water hot for longer. It can be paired with wall mounted or freestanding taps and a choice of the claw or ball feet in grey, white or chrome £499.99

8 Shower Bath

Part of the Space collection from Waters Baths of Ashbourne, Skye is a gloss white hybrid shower bath whose sleek, minimal design fits snugly into a smaller space. Made from 100% recyclable Lucite acrylic, it measures 1600 x 750mm and can be coated in a durable matt colour finish for an additional £595 cost £15,95