Cast Iron Corner Tubs - Can There Be Better?
Cast Iron was introduced in the manufacture of bathtubs over a century ago. The popularity of cast iron corner bathtubs continues today. Cast iron corner bathtubs have distinct advantages over materials used in other bathtubs. Some of these advantages are:
• Cast iron maintains the temperature of your bath water by absorbing heat and then releasing it back into the water. This will give you the opportunity to enjoy your bath much longer.
• You would be hard pressed to find another material with the durability of a cast iron corner tub. There are still century old vintage cast iron corner tubs currently in existence. The cast iron corner tubs of old were designed to sit freestanding in a corner of a room and create an enjoyable relaxing bath experience. Typically they sat upon a pedestal or feet. Modern models with whirlpools and other features are now available.
• The enameled surface has been improved with innovative technology. Ground porcelain is mixed with hard quartz to create a surface in your cast iron corner tub that is crack and chip resistant. The surface is completely smooth and polished. Clean up is easily achieved with a non abrasive cleaner and a damp cloth. The surface is now slip resistant as well.
• Cast iron corner tubs are better equipped to handle increased weight. Iron makes corner tubs stronger.
• The structural soundness of iron corner tubs allows for a quieter bath. Sounds are muffled by the thickness and absorbing quality of the iron in a corner tub.
• A cast iron corner tub is heavier to install but actually easier. The one piece construction allows it to be placed in one step. Simply decide where you want it; and have several stout helpers assist you in putting it there. You could opt for professional installation if you like.
• The variety of cast iron corner tubs is vast. There are models that do fit tightly into your bathroom corner. Some models will accommodate as small a space as four feet by two and a half feet. Some of the smallest of bathrooms could be able to handle a cast iron corner tub. Measure your space and check manufacturer minimum space requirements before purchasing any model cast iron corner tub. This can save you a tremendous amount of frustration later. Remember these bathtubs are heavy, taking one back to the store will not be fun.
• Easy clean up has already been mention, but is worthy of it again. A cast iron corner tub could not be simpler to clean; unless someone else cleans it for you!
• A few notes of caution about a cast iron corner tub: check your subfloor structure for it’s weight bearing capabilities. Some subfloors (particularly upstairs bathrooms) may need additional bracing in order to hold up under the weight of a cast iron corner tub.
It is very important that your floor be able to hold the weight of the cast iron corner tub, water when filled, and bather(s).
Cast iron corner tubs make a strong statement in your bathroom. You can be sure an iron corner tub is one that is going to last.
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