DanM
Member
I am in the early stages of planning my bathroom remodel that I will do this summer. The bathroom is original to the 50's and built very well.
My biggest concern with the remodel at this time is the cast iron tub. It is a nasty shade of yellow, but in otherwise good shape. I have two choices, have it refinished or replaced. Both have downsides. I am concerned about the longevity of the finish. I don't want to spend serious effort redoing the bathroom and then have a tub that looks terrible. Option two is replacing the tub. Smashing it out should be easy. However, I am not sure if I can get a new 66" tub in there without ripping out the 3/4" thick mud job that covers most of the walls.
Should i be concerned about the refinishing? Is it possible to squeeze a new tub in without taking out the mud job? As a compromise, can I replace it with a 60" drop in? I will have a small shelf in the back for the kids toys and soap bottles. Any other strategies I should consider?
Bonus question. What brands should we look at for tubs, sinks, and faucets?
Thanks!
Dan
My biggest concern with the remodel at this time is the cast iron tub. It is a nasty shade of yellow, but in otherwise good shape. I have two choices, have it refinished or replaced. Both have downsides. I am concerned about the longevity of the finish. I don't want to spend serious effort redoing the bathroom and then have a tub that looks terrible. Option two is replacing the tub. Smashing it out should be easy. However, I am not sure if I can get a new 66" tub in there without ripping out the 3/4" thick mud job that covers most of the walls.
Should i be concerned about the refinishing? Is it possible to squeeze a new tub in without taking out the mud job? As a compromise, can I replace it with a 60" drop in? I will have a small shelf in the back for the kids toys and soap bottles. Any other strategies I should consider?
Bonus question. What brands should we look at for tubs, sinks, and faucets?
Thanks!
Dan