Multiple Compartment Walk-in Bathtub

摘要

A bathtub is provided of the walk-in type, wherein the bathtub includes an at least one internal dam element that allows a user to segment the bathtub into a two or more compartments and operably utilize the bathtub as a sit-down tub or as a standing shower. An entry door provides access into the bathtub without requiring users to lift their legs during entry, while the dam elements allow the user to fill the sectioned compartments of the tub and prepare it for use before entering the bathtub interior. Certain compartments may remain empty as the other compartments fill with water, whereafter the user can enter the empty the empty compartment and remove a dam element after closing the entry door. The bathtub further may also comprise a first and second drain for independently draining the compartments.

主权项

1) A walk-in bathtub, comprising:
bathtub sidewalls, a base surface, and an open bathtub interior between said bathtub sidewalls and said base surface; a cut-out through one of said bathtub sidewalls adapted to allow a user to step therethrough and into said bathtub interior; an entry door attached to said cutout, said entry door adapted to operably seal said cutout and prevent leaks when in closed state thereagainst; at least one removable dam element within said bathtub interior, said dam elements separating said bathtub interior into two or more compartments; said dam elements configured to prevent water from communicating between adjacent compartments when installed; a faucet for filling said bathtub interior, said faucet located over a first compartment; a first drain adapted for draining said bathtub interior.