Yeah, I have baths nearly all the time due to not having a functioning shower cubicle in my house for years. Don't know why everyone is so concerned about the "filth" - unless you get really dirty/sweaty every day your body isn't going to be that unclean. I mean, do you have a phobia about going in a swimming pool as well, where the water is probably mixed in with loads of sweat, dirt and children's wee? Or washing dishes in a sink? When you put the plug in and fill it up with hot water and washing liquid, do you think the dishes are unclean from all being washed in the same water?
Also, I don't get why so many are saying that tubs are too small. The point about bathtubs is that in most cases you can't lie back fully with your legs streched out and water at chest-height, or you'd use way too much water to fill it. When I have one I always have to bend my knees a little to lie back, and the tub tends to be just over half full, about mid-chest height. You really shouldn't have to fill it right up to the brim unless you're really sore or else, yeah, you will use a whole lot of water and it'll take a long time.
And add bubbles. Always bubbles. So much more relaxing. Also, run it hot so if you're in there for a while it won't get too cool.
