MNNHFLTX
01-05-2013, 04:00 PM
We are re-doing one of our upstairs bathroom and decided to install a new tub. Removing the worn old cast iron tub was a major pain. We probably should have looked into having it refinished but by the time we thought of it we were already in the process of removing it. Besides, it was a pretty old-fashioned looking tub and wouldn't have looked right with some of the other renovations I have planned.
I've promised my husband that we would not re-install another cast iron, due to the weight and the difficulty of fitting it into the alcove. So I've been trying to decide on a replacement tub, but who knew there were so many choices and opinions about it? Anyway, I'm leaning toward an acrylic or enamel-on-steel (insulated) tub, but am open to other options. Must not feel or look cheap, be moderate in price (max price we are willing to pay is $500) and be fairly durable. Seems like every type of tub I look into has naysayers--too cold, creaky, chips, scratches--those are some of the complaints I hear. Is there a tub out there that fits my criteria? :confused:
I've promised my husband that we would not re-install another cast iron, due to the weight and the difficulty of fitting it into the alcove. So I've been trying to decide on a replacement tub, but who knew there were so many choices and opinions about it? Anyway, I'm leaning toward an acrylic or enamel-on-steel (insulated) tub, but am open to other options. Must not feel or look cheap, be moderate in price (max price we are willing to pay is $500) and be fairly durable. Seems like every type of tub I look into has naysayers--too cold, creaky, chips, scratches--those are some of the complaints I hear. Is there a tub out there that fits my criteria? :confused: