Types of Bathtub

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Types of bath tubs

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Before buying the bath tub it is a must to see that what kind of bath tub
is it. The materials used in the construction of the bath tubs determine
the style, design, and the resistance of the bath tub. The cost and
installation is also determined by the materials. It is the material that
determines the type and classification of the bath tubs. The various
materials used for the ion of the bath tub are as follows:

1. Porcelain steel bath tubs are enameled and very economical in all
respects. They would not need much of your money and expenses.
A steel sheet is hammered out and enameled thoroughly with the
porcelain enamel for added beauty of the bath tub. People usually
love buying this option as the tubs of this kind are neither too
heavy like’s cast iron bath tubs nor is it light in weight like the
acrylic bath tubs. They are mostly available in a standard size.
Cleaning and maintenance are not a big challenge either. Despite a
list of advantages they can easily get damaged if something falls
on it. They come in a number of colors but still there is not enough
variety of colors for those who want to match the tubs with the
attire. They cannot retain the heat for a very long time.
2. Acrylic is meant for those who need something outclass for their
bathrooms. They can be bought in different types and designs but
they won’t cost you much. The acrylic sheets are strengthened by
the addition of the fiberglass. Due to the lightweight it is very easy
to place them anywhere and in any sized bathroom. The buyers
have an option to choose any color, size and shape as per their
personal liking and choice. Due to the non porous surface it is easy
to repair. These tubs cannot stay scratch less. They can turn out to
be really fragile. The colored tubs and even the white ones can
lose the beauty look after some time.
3. Fiberglass bath tubs are a popular trendsetter in this context.
These tubs are made out of multilayering of fiberglass, surface
coat and the polyester resin. They have a comparatively less years
of age as compared to the acrylic bath tubs. What makes them a
great choice is their easy to handle weight and perfect installation.
The ease of maintenance and the overall low cost makes it a
budget friendly option. The point for which they are bitterly
criticized is that they are not durable enough.
4. The cast iron tubs are the most traditional type of bath tub. Since
their inception in the late 19th century they have become really
popular. They can easily rust but at the same time they have
heavy weight, long life and convenience of usage.

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