Cast Iron Bathtubs Info And Ideas

Cast Iron Bathtubs: Practical And A Design Statement

Cast iron bathtubs are well known for their lasting quality, antique appearance, and making a design statement.

Many homeowners consider the selection of a cast-iron bath tub because it can create a focal point in their bathroom. Becomes the peace around which the bathtub is designed. This can bring a sense of style, character, and elan to any bathroom environment. If you want to move beyond functionality and create a separate retreat or a spa like environment a dramatic bathtub might be just the ticket.

Moving away from the aesthetic viewpoint, and into practicality, a cast iron bathtub is extremely strong and durable. There is an extremely low likelihood they will break or crack. There is also extremely low maintenance involved with these tubs, silent on the outside with a porcelain glaze on the inside. They last for such a long time that there is a thriving vintage bathtub in antique bath tub market. Check out demolition and house wrecking yards for a source. These jobs are so solid, is difficult to tell 100-year-old antique bathtub from a modern replica.

One important consideration is that these bad jobs, especially when filled with water are very heavy. They generally have a much higher water capacity than a standard bathtub. Make sure your bathroom is structurally sound support the weight.Ironically, older homes often have stronger joists and support system under the floors. Maybe you will need to go with the lighter acrylic or Fiberglas version.

One important consideration if you are actually purchasing a cast iron tub to pay particular attention to the finish, prepared to inspect the tub immediately. It is very common to have some overspray, or ripples on the enameled surfaces of the jobs. Be aware that it is normal and common to have some waves because the surface of cast-iron is not totally flat. Check for damage during shipping. I would strongly suggest ordering your bathtub finished because it will save you time and work. Unfinished cast-iron rusts naturally, and that is probably not the look you're going for.

Our Recommendations:

Morris 60-inch Cast Iron Double Ended Pedestal Bath Tub - $1235.00

Brand-new traditional porcelain over cast-iron construction
Pedestal Base, bath tub exterior is hand-smoothed, then primed and painted a durable semi-gloss white.
61" long, 30" wide, with base stands 25" tall, 7" deckmounted faucet drillings
Seating Dimensions: 44" L x 17" W
Empty weight - 400 lbs.
This bath tub comes with a lifetime limited warranty.

Kohler - K-850-KF Tea-For-Two 5' Bath $1,865.00

60"x32"x18-1/4" Cast Iron Bath With Safeguard Finish
ADA Compliant When Installed With Seat At Head End
Available Bathtub Accessories: K-1179 (Vinyl Tiling-In Bead), K-587 (Undermount Installation Kit), K-1491 (Pillow), K-1601 (Footstop) and K-1172 (Adjustable Feet)

American Standard 2696.102.020 Spectra Cast Iron Right Drain 31.75 in 31.75 - $1,169.00

Enameled Cast Iron Material
Recessed Bath With Integral Apron And Tiling Flanges
Right Hand Outlet
Glossy Porcelain Finish