What is soaking?
Soaking is a loophole many Mormons apparently use to get around the no sex before marriage rule.
Why is soaking trending?
The apparent loophole is trending after Mormons on TikTok created videos explaining what soaking is.
Why can't Mormons have sex before marriage?
Mormons can't have sex before marriage as the Church of Latter-day Saints has a strict code of chastity for its followers.
What is a soaking tub?
A soaking tub does just what its name suggests: provides you with a place to soak. These tubs are typically deep and/or contoured for a soothing, comfortable bathing experience.
What is the size of a soaking tub?
There is no “standard size” of soaking bathtub – however, generally, many soaking tubs are shorter length-wise than other types of tubs (thought they are deeper).
How deep is a soaking tub?
Soaking tubs are designed for long, comfortable soaks, so they’re deeper than the typical tub. Standard tub depths allow for approximately 12” of water; soaking tubs should offer at least 14” or more so that the water covers the majority of the bather’s body.
What is a Japanese soaking tub?
A Japanese tub is an extra deep soaking tub with a compact footprint, allowing the bather to sit comfortably – with most of his or her body in the water, in a mostly upright position – without taking up a lot of space in the bathroom.
What are the installation options for a soaking tub?
Soaker bathtubs are available in virtually any configuration, shape, and mount. The terms you may encounter on your search include:
Do soaking tubs require special plumbing?
Standard plumbing is appropriate for soaking tubs; they do not require additional pumps or special installation beyond the drainage line and hot and cold lines.
What special features can a soaking tub have?
As if a nice hot soak wasn’t relaxing enough… soaking tubs can also be outfitted with features to make your bath extra-special. Deck yours out with pillows, shelves, armrests, mood lighting (AKA chromatherapy lighting), aromatherapy system, a heater to keep the water warm, and even a sound system. You’ll never want to get out!
What is a deep bath?
A deep bath is a type of bathtub constructed with a steep-sided and, sometimes, compact design. This type of bath offers optimum comfort for the bather, allowing them to soak fully while either sitting upright in a relaxed and enjoyable seating position or reclining.
What is a good bathtub soaking depth?
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The bottom line
If you’ve been wondering what is a good bathtub soaking depth, it really all comes down to personal preference.
Getting your bath temperature just right
Water temperature completely depends on personal preference. We may know the benefits of a freezing cold bath but most people prefer something much warmer. Indeed, even stepping into a lukewarm or tepid bath can be incredibly frustrating, so many people choose to run a bath that is as hot as they can stand!
Deep bath inspiration
At Victoria Plum, you’ll find a wide variety of deep baths to suit your bathroom style. Whether you’re searching for a contemporary, designer model or a traditional tub, you’ll discover the perfect bath at some of the lowest prices around. To help you choose, we’ve picked out just some of our bestselling deep baths.
Bath inspiration and ideas
If a deep bath has you feeling all warm and fuzzy, why not immerse yourself in further ideas and inspiration? At Victoria Plum, you’ll find everything you need to choose and then enjoy the perfect bath. First off, check out our bath buying guide, to understand which bath is right for you.
