1700mm Freestanding Baths: Sizing and Style

A 1700mm freestanding soaking bath is a comfortable full-length size that works as the focal point of a main bathroom. Its gently curved shell invites a proper soak, and standing free of the walls it gives the room a calm, resort-like feel. The main thing to plan for is the clearance a standalone tub needs on every side.

Sizing for comfort

At 1700mm, most adults can stretch out without the tub dominating a normal-sized bathroom. The internal depth matters as much as the length — a deeper well holds more water for a fuller soak. Check the internal dimensions rather than just the outside, as the shell thickness and slope of the backrest affect how roomy the bath actually feels once you’re in it.

Floor clearance and placement

A freestanding bath needs breathing room to look its best. Leave a comfortable gap around the accessible sides so you can walk past and clean behind it. Position the bath so its most attractive profile is the first thing seen from the doorway, and keep the surrounding tiles and tapware simple so the shape stays the star. Even a modest clearance stops the room feeling tight.

Practical considerations

Filled and occupied, the bath is heavy, so confirm the floor structure can take the load — particularly upstairs. Decide between a floor-mounted filler and a wall spout early, since each needs its plumbing set out before the tub goes in. Make sure the waste and trap stay accessible, and keep the shell protected through the rest of the build to avoid scratches.

Comparing baths in person

Depth, length and rim shape are hard to judge from a photo. Explore the range of baths at Just Bathrooms, a local showroom in the Illawarra, to see how a 1700mm soaking tub compares with other sizes.