How to read a book in the bath

Reading and bathing used to be incompatible things. It was impossible to read a book without it getting wet. How do you turn the pages when splashes are around? Besides, holding the book up for a long time seems tough for the hand. So, here’s a few fixes and solutions on how you can read a book in the bath without ruining it and, in the meantime, relax and enjoy your “me-time”. Take a look.

Basic tips for a newbie bathtub reader.

Before diving into those “advanced” ways of reading in a bathtub, let’s name a few simple ones you can practice just to chill out.

• Pick the book or magazine you’re fine with getting splashes on. Do not take your favorite edition that you want to keep in pristine condition to the bathroom. It’s always better to read something replaceable and you’re less attached to as accidents happen. Consider paperbacks and magazines since they are way cheaper and easy to replace.
• Keep a few reading options near a bathtub. Place them on a stand or stool so that you can pick one to unwind. If you don’t want what you’ll like to read at that moment, give yourself a few options from different genres.
• Install a bath tray for reading over the tub to hold the book and other items in front of you. It’s super convenient and can hold candles, refreshments, a glass of wine, and spa accessories to deliver you the full of satisfaction.
• Have your dry towel on hand so you can dry the hands to turn the page. First, you need it to clean up any hazardous splashes. Place it somewhere at your hand’s reach as you don’t want to get out of the tub. A nearby bathroom stand or a stool is an ideal spot if you cannot hang it on the tub’s side. By the way, if you want to go from a newbie to a seasoned bathtub taker who’s always ready to share the best practices, take a look at this expert article.

Helpful accessories for bathtub reading.

“There is no new thing under the sun”, including nifty accessories for reading in the bathtub. They are designed to keep books dry while you’re soaking in a relaxing bubble bath. These creative ideas help balance a book, turn the pages, and what’s more important, get comfortable. From now on, it’s done with concerns about ruining your book.

An adjustable book holder helps keep a book open

A book holder “embraces” the whole back body of the book and holds the pages right at the foot of it. They are tailored to any book size, and you don’t have to readjust it every time you change the page. You can find lots of options online. To point out, to read in the bathtub with a book clip is not a good idea. You must reposition it every time you turn the page.

A bath pillow helps get comfy while reading

Nowadays, bath pillows come with the nicest price tags. For example, a classic two-inch orthopedic with two panels to support the back and neck costs under $25. Seven powerful suction cups allow relaxing without distracting on constant readjustments. A luxurious one will cost all $30. What will you get here? An ergonomically contoured design to cradle your head, neck, and upper back. In a nutshell, they are all adjustable to help you read in a comfortable position.

Waterproof Book cover.

With this tool, you can read in the bathtub, pool, or in the rain. The coolest thing about it is that it has special slots for fingers on top of the holder and fastener. You can turn the pages with no fuss and grip it naturally. The item retains the air inside so it can float and protect against water. It is compatible with a lot of sizes.

A waterproof case helps with reading E-books.

Many people today do not buy books and prefer downloading them from online shops. Thus, a waterproof case is just the thing. If you buy it online, make sure it’s compatible by size. Another more affordable option here will be a plastic zipper bag. Don’t worry — you’ll be able to scroll down! You can also put it on a bathtub reading tray not to toughen the hands.

Use a speaker to listen to an audio recording.

Most wireless speakers are IPx7 waterproof, meaning they can tolerate heavy splashes of water. It makes them perfect for bath time. Download an audiobook on your device and listen to it while soaking in a hot bath. Yet, to crank up the volume, you’ll need to dry your hands first. You might also want to use a laptop, but it’s too risky unless you put it on the bath tray for reading.

Page turner

Yes, you read it correctly! It features an aluminum clip that gently embraces the hand and can be used on both hands. The long curved light aluminum bar has a bright orange rubber tip at the end to easily turn pages. You can use it in combo with a bathtub reading tray and bathtub pillow.

Reading in a bathtub: what works for me?

To read in the bathtub and get a pure delight of it, pay attention to your posture and position. First, sit down in a tub and try to understand what makes you feel comfortable. A bath pillow together with a book holder? Or, an e-book placed on a bathtub reading tray? As reading is another way to unwind, make sure your muscles are not tense, and you do not perform any unnecessary movement.