The Recurring Popularity Of Antique Tubs
Antique tubs means various things to different people. It might be a 1800s version with bare metal or it might have claw feet and be made of enameled cast iron. Bathtubs in general come in Eastern and Western versions. In the Western world, bathtubs are intended for the bather to lounge back and stretch out. Eastern tubs are more inclined to be deeper, but not as long. The bather sits upright with water deep enough to cover the body up to the neck.
A classic tub style might be made with a flat top, rolled rim or a rolled top, depending upon the manufacturer and brand. The rest of the design elements linked to an antique bathing tub are fairly similar. The claw feet might vary slightly. These tubs were free standing originally with water being poured in from an outside source. Over time, the tubs morphed into the current style considered antiques with plumbing attached and the cast iron covered with smooth enamel. Later, the tub lost its claw feet and free standing appearance and became a built-in design such as is common today.
Styles in antique bathtubs were usually created by pouring liquid iron into molds or casts, then treating them with an enamel or porcelain coating. Before the coating became popular, tubs were typically marketed as horse troughs or hog scalding basins that could do double duty as a bathtub simply by adding feet. The typical American new home didn't always have a separate bathroom consistently until after World War II when new home building ballooned.
Bathtubs of antique vintage usually were available in five designs. Slipper tubs, double slipper tubs, classic, double ended classic tubs and pedestal tubs are all available, although pedestals are quite rare. Other than the pedestal, the antiques all have claw feet.
The weight of a genuine antique bathtub is a challenge for installation. Usually, testing the flooring support under a tub is a good idea. It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to support the weight. Getting a tub into place may require the assistance of two or three people. The look and elegance of a claw foot tub can't be denied.
The late 1800s saw wealthy families with cast iron tubs and cast iron pipes. Today, a true antique tub with flawless ceramic finish and claw feet is rare. However, there are faux designs that have the look and feel of the original, but are created of lightweight materials. These tubs look great in any bathroom and can be paired with antique style taps and fittings for a hard to top ambiance.
The quality of cast iron that has made it a popular choice for bathtubs is that it holds heat. This means that in winter months, the tub will need hotter water to feel warm, but once the metal warms up, it stays warm longer and maintains the water at the soaking temperature longer.
Antique tubs are a popular choice in modern bathrooms for the ambiance of luxury. Because they are raised above the surface of the floor, they appear less bulky in the room. They are beautiful and durable.
A classic tub style might be made with a flat top, rolled rim or a rolled top, depending upon the manufacturer and brand. The rest of the design elements linked to an antique bathing tub are fairly similar. The claw feet might vary slightly. These tubs were free standing originally with water being poured in from an outside source. Over time, the tubs morphed into the current style considered antiques with plumbing attached and the cast iron covered with smooth enamel. Later, the tub lost its claw feet and free standing appearance and became a built-in design such as is common today.
Styles in antique bathtubs were usually created by pouring liquid iron into molds or casts, then treating them with an enamel or porcelain coating. Before the coating became popular, tubs were typically marketed as horse troughs or hog scalding basins that could do double duty as a bathtub simply by adding feet. The typical American new home didn't always have a separate bathroom consistently until after World War II when new home building ballooned.
Bathtubs of antique vintage usually were available in five designs. Slipper tubs, double slipper tubs, classic, double ended classic tubs and pedestal tubs are all available, although pedestals are quite rare. Other than the pedestal, the antiques all have claw feet.
The weight of a genuine antique bathtub is a challenge for installation. Usually, testing the flooring support under a tub is a good idea. It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to support the weight. Getting a tub into place may require the assistance of two or three people. The look and elegance of a claw foot tub can't be denied.
The late 1800s saw wealthy families with cast iron tubs and cast iron pipes. Today, a true antique tub with flawless ceramic finish and claw feet is rare. However, there are faux designs that have the look and feel of the original, but are created of lightweight materials. These tubs look great in any bathroom and can be paired with antique style taps and fittings for a hard to top ambiance.
The quality of cast iron that has made it a popular choice for bathtubs is that it holds heat. This means that in winter months, the tub will need hotter water to feel warm, but once the metal warms up, it stays warm longer and maintains the water at the soaking temperature longer.
Antique tubs are a popular choice in modern bathrooms for the ambiance of luxury. Because they are raised above the surface of the floor, they appear less bulky in the room. They are beautiful and durable.
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