Porcelain freestanding tub or acrylic / resin - does it matter?

[Anonymous]

I am always thinking resale value. We are upgrading our bathroom. I found this great tub that has a built in jacuzzi, tub is acrylic. Does the material on a freestanding tub make a difference? Thanks.



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[Anonymous]

It does to me. But this depends on the value of your home, as well as the location.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
I am always thinking resale value. We are upgrading our bathroom. I found this great tub that has a built in jacuzzi, tub is acrylic. Does the material on a freestanding tub make a difference? Thanks.



http://www.signaturehardware.com/product7457

Cast iron tubs will hold heat for hours but are very, very heavy. If you fill a cast iron tub 1/4 of the way with hot water, let it absorb the heat and then fill it the rest of the way to the temp you like, you're good for hours.

[Anonymous]

acrylic is fine and actually costs over 2000-3000.

Although everyone wants steel and porcelain If you are doing a true soaking tub as shown in the pic above the weight may cause you to have to reinforce the floor under it.

[Anonymous]

I hate acrylic tubs and will prefer a house with a porcelain tub. But I bathe everyday and think porcelain looks better and stays cleaner

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I hate acrylic tubs and will prefer a house with a porcelain tub. But I bathe everyday and think porcelain looks better and stays cleaner

are you talking deep soaking tub or regular tub