66x32 alcove tub with tileable flange and without an apron?
Milan M.
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Acrylic tub tile flanges - which is best?
Comments (3)I just went through this exact thing. Three wall aclove, 60x32. My order of preference was 1) integral tile flange 2)factory installed and 3) field installed. Obviously the integral will have no chance of seperating or leaking since it's integrated intot he tub. The only difference between the factory applied and field applied is that the factory one is done in a controlled environment. From talking to Kohler, they use the same 3M double sided adhesive tape. In terms of the skirt, integral skirt will have no chance of coming lose later on. Seperate acrylic skirt may come lose I might think. I have no idea. There would also be a seam which could collect crud. I decided for looks that I would tile the front. So after all is said and done, I only found a limited number of tubs that have an integral flange and didn't have a skirt. I ended up getting the Kohler Hourglass (K-1219). I believe the other manufacturers that had options were Alcove Ficus and Mirolin Azzura Amalfi. I haven't installed it yet....See More66 X 32 X 20 tub with flange
Comments (1)With your budget constraints, and the 32" width, you are in 60" tub territory. Those are fairly common, and you can pick one up in stock at any box sore for $500 or less. You would have to go to a 36" wide tub and/or increase your budget to get the longer tub. The Kohler Mariposa ($700)is the least expensive 66" tub that I'm aware of with the tile flange, but it's 36" in width, as are most tubs that size. I've spec'd it before in a couple of remodels and people were pleased with it's performance. Would you still have the code minimum clearances in front of your vanity and toilet if you went to 36" tub? If so, then that's a no brainer. If it will impact that too much, then you're going to have to drop back to a 5' tub and possibly use that extra 6" to create some shower niches in the back wall. That could be attractive and useful as well. Here is a link that might be useful: Kohler Mariposa...See MoreCast Iron 5' tub - Toto vs Kohler?
Comments (8)I don't think the Highbridge is offered anymore without the enameled apron although they still may be in stock with a number of suppliers. The apron covers only the middle part of the front, so you have to custom build something to cover the front at each end (storage or tile) or cover the whole front with a tiled apron. Its essentially styled like a drop in tub but built as an alcove tub with flanges. This tub will offer the deepest bathing. The Mendota differs from the Bellwether also in that the Bellwether has a flattish rim around the top that you can set down things at least temporarily, but the Mendota has a thin and beveled rim, which probably makes the interior a bit wider, but I don't think you could put a shampoo bottle down or sit on the edge of this tub comfortably. The other option is the Kohler Dynametric. I just bought the Bellwether 30x60 without the angled front but it is not installed yet....See MoreSuggestions for alcove tub with deeper water depth?
Comments (25)I'm in the middle of a remodel so I don't have personal experience . . . yet. But, I did a fair amount of research, and I bought this bath drain/overflow which is being installed. http://mountainplumbing.com/catalog/product/mountain-plumbing/Polypropylene-Cable-Operated-Bath-Waste-and-Overflow-Drain-Complete-Kit-22/3158 I hope it'll help strike a happy balance between a not too high tub and a deeper soak. Essentially, this has a plastic disk that can be installed in such a way as to give the bather extra soaking depth. According to the website: Immerse Feature The new Mountain Plumbing "Immerse" features allows you to have the most luxurious bathing experience you've ever had! It now comes standard on all Mountain Plumbing Products cable drains, allowing you to indulge in a more lavish bathing experience. The expertly engineered overflow has been developed for your tub to accommodate a near additional 2 inches of water. To fully take advantage of the immerse feature, simply fill your tub to the height you have been familiar with. Once seated and relaxed in your tub, the amount of displaced water will rise by approximately 2 inches and remain at this level. This additional water depth added to your tub will allow for you to be fully submerged, covering up your bare shoulders, and resulting in a more luxurious bath. It is the ultimate in getting the most of your bathtub....See MoreProSource Memphis
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