linelle- thanks for posting (especially love the cat in the tub!). And glad to see it with the white subway tiles as that's what we're doing too.Funny you mention the non slip bottom i(I don't like the look of the strips) but sounds like those non slip bottoms have a purpose.
Do you find the acrylic gets more of a soap scum? Is it easy to clean?

akc, I know what you mean about not liking the look of the strips. I've had some ugly ones. These are matte finish and almost clear, like a bandaid, and you barely notice them. I took some time to lay them out beforehand and was glad I got two packs because I didn't want to miss any slippery spots.

I use only clear liquid shower soap. After 7 months, there is zero soap scum anywhere. I clean the tub periodically with Soft Scrub, recommended for acrylic tubs.

Here is a link that might be useful: non-slip strips

Hi Linelle! Thank you so much for your posts. I am remodeling my bathroom and purchased the Duravit Architec for a tub that will also be used as shower like yours. I was just about to send it back because when I stood in it after it was delivered, it seemed super slippery. Your tip on the non slip strips is a great solution. When I stood in the tub it felt very narrow at the base-does it feel cramped when you shower? This will be used as a shower 95% and a soaking tub 5%, so it's important that it feel good and comfortable when showering. How tall was your previous tub (ours was 8-9) and how difficult is it entering and exiting this one (almost 20'). I didn't realize how tall it was before ordering. Also, how has the tub held up-any feedback on how it's worn over the past 10-11 months? And lastly, did your installers have to do anything special during the installation (foam, insulation, mortar??). Thanks so much!!!

We love Duravit due to quality. They just seem to always look new.

I have a Duravit Architec. It's narrow but we fit in the bath (we're not small people) and it is not slippery at all. I was worried that acrylic would feel flimsy but my contractor assured me that it would feel very solid and it really does (but I can't tell you what he did to make it feel that way!) I am pretty happy with our choice and I love the flat front/modern feel to it.

Thank you Linelle, Shelbyroo and Bathroomsforme for the feedback.

I know it's an old post, but hoping we might get an answer. Our plumber just installed the Duravit tub for us with the kind of cable drain that is operating by pressing the button. I just noticed that the drain stayed close when I press the button. Am I doing something wrong here?

Hi Jean. I think ours has a pop up drain, where you press it to pop up and push down to close. Sorry to not be more helpful. One thing I recommend is installing non slip strips on the floor of the tub, as it’s very slippery!

I am about to order the Duravit Architec to replace a Kohler Archer that cracked. Would welcome any info on how others who bought the Duravit had the install done. With mortar? I want to do whatever I can (in addition to switching brands) to avoid another mess with water in my LR due to a tub crack! Thx so much for what you can share...

Did your installer use a mortar bed with Duravit Architec tub...I know it comes with leveling feet. Plumber says mortar will support entire tub and eliminate cracks due to no direct support under the