Walk-In Tubs That Fit a 72 x 36 Inch Alcove
A 72 by 36 inch alcove is one of the most common bathtub footprints. Below is every Ella walk-in tub whose actual size, from the spec sheets and technical drawings, fits that space, closest fit first, followed by the models that miss by an inch or less. Spare length is normally closed with an extension panel or filler kit. Adjust the numbers in the calculator →
Fits your space
28 models, closest fit firstStainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits0 in. spare length0 in. spare widthTwo seats
U-shape outward-swing doorFits0 in. spare length0 in. spare width
LayDown7271 3/4"L x 32"W (27 7/8" back height)LayDown inward-swing glass doorFits0 1/4 in. spare length4 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits6 in. spare length2 7/8 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits12 in. spare length4 in. spare widthTwo seats
Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits12 in. spare length4 in. spare widthTwo seats
L-shape outward-swing transfer doorFits17 in. spare length0 in. spare width
LayDown inward-swing glass doorFits12 in. spare length6 in. spare width
L-shape outward-swing transfer doorFits12 in. spare length6 1/2 in. spare width
S-shape inward-swing acrylic doorFits12.16 in. spare length6.47 in. spare width
Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits12 1/2 in. spare length6 3/8 in. spare width
S-shape inward-swing acrylic doorFits12 1/2 in. spare length6 1/2 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits13 in. spare length9 in. spare width
Deluxe29.5" x 55" x 39"Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits17 in. spare length6 1/2 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits20 in. spare length4 in. spare width
L-shape outward-swing transfer doorFits20 in. spare length4 in. spare width
Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits20 in. spare length4 1/2 in. spare width
S-shape inward-swing acrylic doorFits19 1/4 in. spare length6 3/8 in. spare width
Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits20 in. spare length6 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits20 in. spare length6 in. spare width
L-shape outward-swing transfer doorFits20 in. spare length6 in. spare width
Aluminum-framed removable inward-swing doorFits19 7/8 in. spare length6 1/2 in. spare width
S-shape inward-swing acrylic doorFits20 in. spare length6 1/2 in. spare width
Stainless steel removable inward-swing doorFits20 in. spare length8 1/2 in. spare width
L-shape outward-swing transfer doorFits20 in. spare length10 in. spare width
Flow28" x 48" x 36.5"S-shape inward-swing acrylic doorFits24 in. spare length8 in. spare width
Front Entry32" x 40" x 40"U-shape outward-swing doorFits32 in. spare length4 in. spare width
U-shape outward-swing doorFits27 in. spare length10 in. spare width
Common questions
Which Ella walk-in tubs fit a 72 x 36 inch alcove?
28 models fit: Escape, Shak, LayDown72, Big4One, Tub4Two, Companion, TransferXXL, LayDown60, Transfer60, Standard60, Ultimate, Zen60, Lounger, Deluxe, Monaco, Transfer32, Royal, Standard, Elite, Capri, Transfer30, Ultra, Zen, Petite, Transfer26, Flow, Front Entry, Mobile. Spare length is closed with an extension panel or filler kit.
What is the closest fit for a 72 x 36 inch space?
The Escape, at 36" x 72" x 40", leaves 0 in. spare in length and 0 in. in width.
Do I measure the finished alcove or the old tub?
Measure the finished alcove wall to wall for length and wall to the outer edge for width, in inches. The old tub size is only a hint.
Other alcove sizes
60 x 30 · 60 x 32 · 60 x 36 · 52 x 30 · 52 x 32 · 55 x 30 · 48 x 28 · 66 x 33 · 80 x 36 · 45 x 26 · 40 x 32 · 54 x 30 · 58 x 32
Doorway measurement guide · Extension panels and filler kits · Dimensions by model
Tight fit or an unusual layout?
Send your measurements and a photo; your Ella dealer or the team at (800) 480-6850 will confirm the fit.
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