This post is one in a series on remodeling small bathrooms. As well as one within the sub-series on your options for bathroom remodeling materials. It is also part of a sub-series about bathtubs. To access any of the lead posts, please select one of the links in the prior sentences.
Acrylic bathtubs now come in so many various sizes, shapes, styles, etc there is bound to be one that suits you and your bathroom.
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The images below show various styles.
Free standing acrylic deep soaking tub
Acrylic alcove bathtub
Acrylic whirlpool bathtub
Even an acrylic alcove whirlpool tub
That really is a transparent acrylic bathtub
As you can see in the above pictures, you have great choice when looking for an acrylic bathtub.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Inexpensive
- Comes in many sizes, shapes, styles, colors, etc.
- Durable
- Non porous
- Easy to clean
- Fairly easy to repair
- Overall maintenance requirements are very low
Cons
- More expensive than fiberglass
- Will scratch if someone uses an abrasive cleaner (so don’t)
How they’re made
Acrylic tubs are made of vacuum formed acrylic sheets that are reinforced with fiberglass. As a result they are light weight and easy to install.
Conclusion
It’s hard to go wrong with an acrylic tub, and if you want something really special (color, size, shape, etc) it’s probably available via special order (which also means pricey).
Unless you have a specific need for cast iron (and please don’t) or stainless steel, you can surely find an acrylic bathtub to suit your needs.
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