Made in the USA. Driven by Innovation. Built to Last.

About Bestbath®

At Bestbath, we design and manufacture high-quality bathing solutions that balance form, function, and accessibility. As a legacy-owned, U.S.-based company, we’ve spent over 50 years developing safe, stylish, and durable tubs, showers, accessories, and more for people of all ages and abilities. Our products are proudly made in Caldwell, Idaho and Sparta, Tennessee using premium materials and are backed by an industry-leading 30-year warranty.

Our Story

What truly sets us apart is our commitment to innovation and independence. We’re not owned by a large conglomerate—and never have been. Instead, we’ve built our reputation on trusted craftsmanship, customer-first design, and a relentless drive to solve real-world problems. That mission began in 1969 when our founder, Gary Multanen, recognized how difficult it had become for his own mother to safely bathe. Inspired to create a better solution, he and his team pioneered the first multi-piece, barrier-free replacement shower—sparking a wave of industry innovation that continues to this day.

From patented installation systems to award-winning accessible shower designs, Bestbath has led the way with some of the most impactful product advancements in the industry. Our products are intelligently engineered for builders, developers, and architects—while delivering lasting comfort and dignity to end users. And with every unit manufactured in our state-of-the-art facilities, we maintain total control over quality, customization, and compliance.

Product Development Timeline

1993– Introduced the industry’s first multi-piece tub replacement barrier-free shower, setting a new standard for accessible remodeling.
1996– Developed the original NWR, a collapsible rubber water retainer that improved water control for barrier-free showers.
1998– Launched a low-profile, non-recessing shower pan to simplify installation and meet growing demand for accessibility.
1999– Engineered a 1-1/4” flange trim specifically for fire-rated new construction applications.
2000– Released Flange Trim and Window Trim Kits to eliminate the need for drywall repair in remodeling projects.
2001– Introduced SnapJoint, a leak-proof wall assembly system designed to streamline multi-piece shower installations.
2002– Introduced the TAS self-adhesive WaterStopper, making water containment faster and easier for installers.

2004– Added integral level support to our low-profile, non-recessing shower pans to ensure accurate, stable placement.
2005– Expanded our water management solutions with the launch of The WaterStopper water dam.
2006– Patented an adjustable door latch for walk-in tubs, enhancing safety and user control (patent granted in 2010).
2006– Also introduced the UniFloor: a seamless, one-piece floor system with integrated walls for commercial and institutional applications.
2007– Debuted a flip-up seat for walk-in tubs, offering added flexibility and ease of use.
2010– Elevated design options with decorative tile inlays embedded in our gelcoat shower walls and pans.
2016– Earned the Product Innovation Award from Architectural Products Magazine for the Designer Series 90-degree corner showers.

BESTHBATH TODAY

Today, under the leadership of second-generation owners Megan and Jay Multanen, we remain proudly family-led and future-focused. You’ll find Bestbath products in homes, apartments, hospitals and healthcare facilities, university campuses, and other commercial spaces throughout the U.S. and Canada—trusted for their performance, durability, and smart design. Whether you’re designing for a new build or a remodel, we’re here to help you create bathing spaces that are safer, more beautiful, and built to last.