Alcove Bathtub Replacement
Patricia
3 years ago
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Bath tub replacement results in an extra 6' at the rear of tub
Comments (5)I know I've seen some sizable niches here in the past year or so. Do a search at the bottom of the page for niches and see what you can pull up. I'll post some pics of the niches in our three bathrooms. Our niche sizes/placements/orientations were based on various factors; shower storage needs, tile shape/size, behind the wall restrictions (pipes, wiring, studs....). Guest bathroom niche: Hall Bathroom niche: MB niche: HTH!...See Morereplacing round tub with clawfoot tub
Comments (10)hummmmmmmm Very interesting. I never heard of a 45 day limit to top billing post either. Christopherth are you some moderator on this board or? to make this decision.Why would it be imporant for the post to be sent down the line just because it did not have an answer to it? I was interested to see an answer on this question myself. I popped in several times. I just never posted to it because I do not have the answer and felt unanswered questions should stay visable to someone that might have the answer. The people that bought our last MFH are planning on removing the garden tub and we have talked several times on their options of what to replace it with. Large stall shower or a regular tub or shower over tub. Sorry Summergardener I do not have an answer for you. My only thoughts would be the added weight.And maybe the small foot print of the claw foot tub feet. There might have to be something under each foot. I just do not know. Some one asked about the added weight of a large fish tank. I consider the added weight as I continue to mosaic on our furniture. Heheheh Silly me. Sure is fun though. I hope some one posts an answer. Chris...See MoreWould I be an idiot to retile floor before replacing alcove tub?
Comments (3)If I were on a tight budget, I would first look into refinishing the enclosure, including color change. Maybe get new trim for the valve, etc. Afterward, if the floor is solid and not too built up, I would tile over the existing (some prep work required - discuss with a tile shop before proceeding). BTW, if you haven't done it before, paying to have it professionally retiled is money well spent. You could save by removing and reinstalling the sink, toilet, etc. yourself....See MoreThe curse of the Cast Iron Tub - or is it?
Comments (13)Your builder sounds experienced, so I would absolutely ask him to explain why he is against a cast iron tub. It may be as simple as he does not want to wrestle the 300 lb. monster into place. On the other hand, he may have some concerns about the floor structure. The best way to find out is to ask. But, it sounds like you don't trust your builder, in which case it's time to cut ties. If you start out doubting the man, you are not going to have a happy experience with the project. On steel tubs, some are indeed builder grade tubs, as someone noted, and I would stay away from these. The steel is thin as is the enamel, which is asking for trouble. But, there are also better grade tubs that are as durable as cast iron and about 1/3rd the weight. American Standard makes one called the Americast tub, which is very durable. We have installed a dozen or so over the years, and never had a problem. They are not cheap, but definitely less costly than cast iron. They are made in the U.S.A. in one of American Standard's last remaining domestic factories. About everything else AS makes is either from China or Mexico. Cast iron sinks do not chip easily unless you buy a cheapy from China or Malaysia. Sinks make by a reputable U.S. company like Kohler can be chipped only through determination. My own Kohler Delafield cast iron kitchen sink has been in place for 15 years. It still looks new. Kohler, in fact guarantees its sinks against chipping for the lifetime of the sink and will replace it free of charge....See MorePatricia
3 years agoA Gauthier
3 years agoBefore replacing look into refinishing. Any tub can be refinished to look like new.
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