TYPES of Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Porcelain bathtubs are the most common type of bathtubs found in homes built before the 1970s.
A "standard" size tub is about 5 feet in length and in the shape of a rectangle, usually surrounded by 3 walls of tile and separated by a caulk line. Acrylic and Fiberglass bathtubs can also be a standard 5' size like a porcelain bathtub.
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Porcelain bathtubs are the most common type of bathtubs found in homes built before the 1970s.
A "standard" size tub is about 5 feet in length and in the shape of a rectangle, usually surrounded by 3 walls of tile and separated by a caulk line. Acrylic and Fiberglass bathtubs can also be a standard 5' size like a porcelain bathtub.
To get a bid, send images of the entire tub that shows what's behind it, above it, beside it, and above it, including damage.
One-Piece Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Acrylic and Fiberglass bathtubs can be a standard 5' size like a porcelain bathtub, but they can also be part of a one-piece wall unit where the tub and surrounding walls are all one molded piece of material.
If there is no caulk line that clearly separates the bathtub from the walls surrounding it, then yours is a one-piece wall unit.
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Acrylic and Fiberglass bathtubs can be a standard 5' size like a porcelain bathtub, but they can also be part of a one-piece wall unit where the tub and surrounding walls are all one molded piece of material.
If there is no caulk line that clearly separates the bathtub from the walls surrounding it, then yours is a one-piece wall unit.
To get a bid, send images of the entire tub and surround, including damage.
Also send a measurement for the height of the wall, measured from the top of the tub to the top of the wall.
Oversized Bathtubs
Standard-Sized Bathtubs
Oversized Bathtubs
There is no 'Standard' Size
Oversized tubs are typically located in the Master bathroom, and can be made from cultured marble, acrylic, or fiberglass. Some oversized tubs are jetted, and some have steps, ledges, and shelves.
To get a bid, send images of the entire tub that shows what's behind it, above it, beside it, and above it, includin
There is no 'Standard' Size
Oversized tubs are typically located in the Master bathroom, and can be made from cultured marble, acrylic, or fiberglass. Some oversized tubs are jetted, and some have steps, ledges, and shelves.
To get a bid, send images of the entire tub that shows what's behind it, above it, beside it, and above it, including damage.
Also send measurements. For length and width, measure straight across the tub (don't dip down into the tub). For height, put the measuring device on the bathroom floor next to the tub and measure straight up vertically.