RHEA Round Travertine Freestanding Soaking Bathtub
The RHEA round freestanding soaking bathtub is carved from one solid block of natural travertine. Its deep sculptural bowl form is balanced by a distinctive textured band around the outer upper wall, creating contrast between the tactile natural stone surface and the smoother rim and bathing basin.
Designed as a statement piece for spacious primary bathrooms, private spas, villas, resorts, and designer-led interiors, RHEA is made to order and can be coordinated for diameter, height, finish, drain requirements, and stone selection before fabrication.
What Makes RHEA Distinct
- Carved from one solid block of natural travertine
- Round, immersive bowl form with a strong sculptural presence
- Distinctive textured stone band adds depth and material contrast
- Smoother rim and inner basin support comfort and everyday care
- Actual stone photos and the project shop drawing can be reviewed before fabrication
- Custom diameter, height, finish, drain position, and stone direction available
Reference Dimensions
- Overall size: Ø160 × 60 cm (Ø63.0 × 23.6 in)
- Rim thickness: 10 cm (3.9 in)
- Approximate interior depth: 47 cm (18.5 in)
- Base diameter: Ø72 cm (28.3 in)
- Textured exterior band height: 7.6 cm (3.0 in)
- Drain position: Centered
Reference dimensions are based on drawing BT-057A. Because each bathtub is carved and finished by hand from natural stone, minor dimensional variation may occur. Final dimensions, drain details, stone thickness, weight, and installation requirements are confirmed in the approved project shop drawing.
Specifications
- Material: Natural travertine
- Construction: Hollowed and shaped from one solid stone block
- Shape: Round sculptural bowl
- Interior: Smooth, refined bathing surface
- Exterior: Sculpted bowl profile with a distinctive natural textured band
- Installation: Freestanding; professional installation required
- Overflow and waste hardware: Confirm before production
- Faucet: Not included; floor-mounted or wall-mounted faucet coordination available
- Production: Made to order
Natural Travertine Character
Travertine is a naturally porous stone with layered movement, mineral markings, tonal variation, and open voids. Every RHEA bathtub will have its own stone pattern and surface character. These variations are not defects; they are evidence of genuine natural material.
For normal bathroom use, larger open voids on the inner bathing surface are typically filled and smoothed. The textured exterior band can retain a more natural, tactile appearance. The final fill treatment, finish, and stone-safe sealer are confirmed with the project before production.
Stone Selection and Shop Drawing Approval
A small sample can help review general tone and texture, but the full-scale movement of a round bathtub is better evaluated through actual block or material-direction photos. OIXDESIGN can provide available stone photos before fabrication. The approved shop drawing confirms final dimensions, basin profile, drain requirements, stone thickness, and installation details.
- Confirm the project location, reference diameter, preferred finish, and plumbing requirements.
- Review the available stone direction or selected block.
- Approve the final shop drawing and drain configuration.
- Fabrication begins after the material and drawing are approved.
- Quality-control photos are prepared before crating and shipment.
Made to Order and Customizable
Each RHEA bathtub is produced for a specific order. Depending on the selected stone block and structural requirements, OIXDESIGN can coordinate custom diameter, height, basin depth, finish, drain location, stone direction, and overflow requirements. Please contact us before ordering for nonstandard dimensions, restricted access, or quantity projects.
Production, Packaging, and U.S. Delivery
Fabrication is typically estimated at 3–5 weeks after stone selection, project details, and the shop drawing are approved. Large/heavy natural-stone orders generally require approximately 20–45 business days, or about 1–2 months, for ocean freight and final delivery after preparation. Timing can vary by destination, customs clearance, port conditions, and local carrier scheduling.
The listed price is intended as an all-in delivered price for standard door-to-door freight to an accessible mainland U.S. address. It includes protective wrapping, reinforced wooden crating, customs clearance, standard import duties, and standard import-related delivery charges. Under normal shipping and import conditions, no additional standard customs duties, tariffs, or brokerage charges should be expected at delivery.
Standard delivery excludes indoor placement, stairs, elevator carry, rigging, crane service, special lifting equipment, unpacking, debris removal, and installation. Additional charges may apply for remote or limited-access locations, storage, redelivery, address changes after shipment, or buyer-requested special handling.
Installation Requirements
A solid natural stone bathtub is extremely heavy. A qualified contractor must review the approved shop drawing and confirm floor support, plumbing compatibility, drain access, route clearance, unloading requirements, lifting equipment, and installation procedures before delivery. Faucet, drain hardware, overflow components, lifting, and installation are not included unless confirmed in writing.
Care and Maintenance
- Clean with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge.
- Use only pH-neutral cleaners formulated for natural stone.
- Avoid vinegar, lemon, bleach, acidic cleaners, abrasive powders, and harsh scrubbing pads.
- Rinse away bath products after use and avoid leaving strongly colored oils or cosmetics on the surface.
- Periodic resealing may be recommended depending on use and water conditions.
For Interior Designers, Architects, and Hospitality Projects
OIXDESIGN supports private residences, villas, boutique hotels, resorts, wellness spaces, and multi-unit projects. Early-stage inquiries are welcome; approximate dimensions, inspiration images, material direction, bathroom drawings, or a concept package are enough for an initial review. Technical drawings, stone-selection support, finish coordination, progress photos, quantity quotations, and quality-control photos are available.
OIXDESIGN brings more than 20 years of natural stone furniture and bathroom-product manufacturing experience to custom projects.
Returns and Cancellations
Because RHEA is made to order and prepared for a specific project, returns and exchanges are not accepted. Order cancellations are governed by the current OIXDESIGN Return & Refund Policy, including its time-based cancellation terms. Custom, trade, hospitality, and project-order changes require individual review and written confirmation. Contact us immediately if a project detail needs review; we will assess whether a change can still be accommodated before fabrication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RHEA a round soaking bathtub?
Yes. RHEA has a round sculptural bowl form designed for immersive soaking. Final diameter, depth, and base details are confirmed in the approved shop drawing.
Is the textured outer band natural stone?
Yes. The contrasting band is created in the same solid travertine body and highlights the material’s tactile character.
Is RHEA carved from one solid stone block?
Yes. The basin and exterior are hollowed and shaped from one solid block rather than assembled from separate panels.
Can the diameter and drain position be customized?
Custom diameter, height, drain position, finish, and stone direction can be reviewed, subject to the selected block and structural requirements.
Are the natural holes filled and sealed?
Larger open voids on the inner bathing surface are typically filled and smoothed. The final fill, finish, and stone-safe sealer are confirmed before production.
Can designers request technical documentation?
Yes. OIXDESIGN can provide project coordination, stone review, shop drawings, finish support, and quantity quotations for residential and hospitality work.