How to Decide on the Right Bathtub Material for your Bathroom

Entry #1254, June 5, 2012

One of the best areas of your home is the bathroom and ultimately relaxing in the bathtub. It is amazing how the water in a bathtub can naturally relax and rejuvenate your body.  Adding to its comfort is the fragrance of bath soaps and bubble bath solutions. Before you can get to relax in a tub, how do you go about deciding what is best bathtub material to choose?

Having your own bathtub can be a necessity and not a luxury. With all the stress and fatigue that you have all day, it is definitely a must to find a place at home to revitalize your body. A cool and refreshing plunge in a bathtub is something your body deserves. One of the things to consider in buying a bathtub is the type of material it is made of.

Remember cast iron bathtubs? Whew! HEAVY!

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To give you some of the best bathtub materials, you can choose from the following:

Fiberglass

This one is lightweight but sturdy. A gel-coated fiberglass bathtub is best for people who are on a tight budget since it is less expensive compared with other bathtub materials. Fiberglass bathtub can be fabricated according to how you want it to look like. It also comes in different colors as preferred. It is easy to maintain and naturally glossy.

Acrylic

An acrylic bathtub is naturally shiny like a glass. It has similar characteristics with a fiberglass like it does not fade and stain resistant. This material provides natural warmth and typically lightweight. It is easy to fabricate and can last a long time. Acrylic is one of the most popular bathtub materials in the market today.

Porcelain

Porcelain-made bathtub is quite expensive. This type of bathtub requires a sturdy base because of its substantial weight. Unlike acrylic, a porcelain bathtub is naturally cold. It is scratch-free and highly durable. A porcelain bathtub is noticeably elegant and stylish. It comes in different shapes, curves and colors.

What type of bathtub is right for you?

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Marble

This type of material for your bathtub is more expensive than acrylic but lesser than porcelain. You can find several designs for this type but customizing one will be very costly. Marble bathtub requires more maintenance.

Whether you are getting ready for a bathroom remodel or you are looking at moving soon, choosing the right bathroom material for your budget and lifestyle is essential. Use these tips to make choosing the perfect bathtub material easier!

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