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This Japanese-inspired bathtub is the secret ingredient for a calming bathroom – experts say ‘the benefits are endless’

A freestanding bath with green hanging plants.

Gone are the days of sterile bathrooms. They might be practical rooms, but there's no reason that they can’t also be a space to unwind and decompress after a busy day. In fact, bathrooms have quickly become centred around creating a space for total relaxation.

But what do you do if you don't have space for a traditional, relaxing, spacious bath? That's no problem, as Ofuro baths, a traditional Japanese bathtub style, are becoming a popular way to emulate that spa-like feel, and they're the perfect small bathroom idea.

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