You know it’s time to invest in replacement tubs if your current tub is damaged, chipped, and stained. Or you can go for a replacement tub if you want to change the look of your bathroom to a modern one. Or you know that your loved one with a physical disability needs a bathtub that makes it easier for them to bathe independently.
Here are some compelling reasons for you to invest in a replacement tub. Whatever your reasons, it will never change the fact that you need to research the various bathtub offerings, including corner, Japanese, pedestal, handicap accessible, air, whirlpool, and jacuzzi. Knowing its characteristics would help you make an informed decision.
68-Inch Double Ended Pedestal Cast Iron Footed Tub Style:
This bathtub is constructed of cast iron. Features a white porcelain enamel interior and a white finished exterior. It does not have faucet drilling and will be custom painted. Its dimensions include 68 inches long by 31 inches wide by 24 inches high. The drain/overflow measures 8 inches CC while the top center of the overflow to the floor measures 19 1/2 inches.
Sunrise Specialty 48-Inch x 28-Inch Cast Iron Recess:
This tub is constructed of traditional porcelain and cast iron. The exterior of the bathtub is not painted and will be concealed by a custom-made platform. The standard tub design comes without drilling the faucet hole. There are five different sizes available on this S80747 model, namely 47 and 1/4 inches long by 28 inches wide with a 14 inch water depth, 5 and 1/4 inches long by 28 inches wide with a 14-inch water depth 59 and 5/16-inch length by 28-inch width with 14-inch water depth and 71-inch length by 32-inch width with 16-inch water depth.
Kohler Memoirs 60-Inch Cast Iron Built-In Tub:
The elegant appearance of the bathtub is attributed to its rich details that are similar to a crown molding. It has a drain on the left and is designed for a single bather. It measures 60 inches by 32 inches by 17 and 7/16 inches. The tub is designed to fit an alcove measuring 60 inches by 32 inches with an overall width of 33 3/4 inches. Its depth of water to overflow is 11 and 5/8 inches. The tub can hold up to 52 gallons of water. It comes in three color options namely biscuit, white and black.
Mammoth 75 Inch Acrylic Double Tub on Pedestal by Strom Plumbing:
This double ended white acrylic tub can be custom painted in the color of your choice. It features a pedestal base and white interior and exterior. Requires a separate drain and faucet. It has a 65-gallon water capacity and measures 75-inches long by 33-1/2-inches wide by 24-1/2-inches high.
Herbeau Creations 75 Inch Medici Copper Bathtub:
This weathered copper tub comes with a drain and pedestal base. It has a weathered copper exterior and a satin nickel interior. The outer surface texture is smooth with a wavy pattern. It can hold up to 57 gallons of water. It has a maximum water depth of 17 inches and overall dimensions of 74.74 inches long, 33.5 inches wide, and 33 inches high.