Cast Iron vs Acrylic Tub- pros and cons?
Laura517
11 years ago
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Acrylic Tubs vs Cast Iron - do people really notice
Comments (6)I just installed an acrylic tub and I'm thrilled with it - it's SO much nicer than the old porcelain monstrosity I had. The thing that everyone notices and comments on is the depth - it's much deeper than anything I could find in cast iron. I was willing to trade the duribility of cast for the depth. I think for resale, you'll probably find people on both sides of the fence, so get what pleases you and take good care of it - a tub in good shape will be a good thing, no matter what it's made of....See MoreTub Help - freestanding tub cast iron soaker or acrylic with hydro?
Comments (3)I had an acrylic pedestal tub in my last home, it was beautiful but it did not retain heat as long as I would like. Also it had to be reinstalled and I think they put some type of foam/cement in the base and then it did not budge at all. I also need to make a decision on a tub in the next two weeks and I will likely go with a pedestal acrastone tub ( American Bath Factory Nob Hill) . My first choice would be a victoria albert elwick if I had the space, I need 60" and I can not find a pedestal style I like in a 60" length with this company. Please post what you decide to go with....See MoreExisting Cast Iron Tub vs Replace with Acrylic
Comments (3)Hi - does the original poster or anyone else have any feedback on how things came out? I'm in the same dilemma - except the original tub is definitely shallow and not great for a bath. But I'm seeing lot of criticisms about the leading tubs on the market, including cast iron, and it will be expensive to replace. I'm checking out other threads as well but any post-construction tips or thoughts would be much appreciated!...See MoreDoes anyone have the Three Rivers Oconee 60” cast iron tub? Pros/cons?
Comments (3)I really see no point in a cast iron tub in the era where we all have pretty much never ending hot water and I find acrylic holds the heat just fine. Not to mention the weight of a cast iron tub just getting it into the space and making sure the floor can handle it. I always suggest to my clients before falling in love with a free standing tub go test them IMO a PITA to get in and out of most bathrooms can’t hanf\dle them they need a lot of space to look right and be able to clean all around them . We had a clawfoot cast iron when I grew up and even as a kid it was difficult to get in and out of....See MoreLaura517
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