Acrylic or cast iron bath - which is better? Comparative review

No. 2. Cast iron baths: advantages and disadvantages

What is a cast-iron bath, for sure, every inhabitant of our country knows well, because in some apartments, products made and installed back in Soviet times still serve faithfully. Despite the appearance of steel and acrylic bathtubs, cast iron products are still being produced, not only by domestic, but also by foreign companies. What made cast iron bathtubs so popular and competitive? It's simple - a wagon of advantages:

• durability.Thick walls, durable construction, protective enamel - all this, with proper care, makes a cast-iron bath almost immortal. A quality product will last at least 30 years, but usually cast iron bathtubs show themselves to be more durable and can withstand more than 50 years of operation;
• strength and stability. It is difficult to damage or deform the thick walls of the product. A cast-iron bathtub copes well with both the weight of the water and the load from the person bathing. No additional reinforcing structures, as in the case of acrylic bathtubs, are needed. Only enamel can be damaged, but today they have learned how to easily restore it;
• heat-insulating and sound-proofing properties. A cast iron bath does not ring when it collides with water drops, as steel counterparts do. In addition, cast iron retains heat well, so water procedures will be as comfortable as possible. According to these parameters, only acrylic can be compared with cast iron;
• hygiene and ease of care. The sintering process of the enamel creates a smooth coating with minimal pores, so that dirt does not linger on the coating. Moreover, almost any cleaning products can be used to care for enamel.

Among the minuses of cast iron baths are:

• great weight. It is he who guarantees the strength and stability of the bath, but complicates the process of transportation and installation. Problems with ceilings can completely force you to abandon the use of this kind of plumbing. A bathtub with a length of 160 cm and a width of 75 cm weighs 95-105 kg, which is significantly more than a steel bathtub of the same dimensions, or even more so an acrylic one;
• high price due to production technology and a large amount of cast iron used;
• small selection of shapes and sizes. From cast iron, as we have already said, it is difficult to cast something elegant. In this parameter, cast-iron bathtubs are inferior to acrylic samples, but there is still a choice. In addition to the standard rectangular bowls, there are oval, corner and round options on sale. Moreover, they learned to integrate hydromassage systems into cast-iron bathtubs, however, such samples will be very expensive.

Many quite rightly believe that it is better to spend money once and work with the delivery and installation of the bath, so that later for decades you will not know any problems.

Cast iron bath

The most durable type of bathtub, with a limited selection of sizes and the same appearance. If the bathtub is used for something more than lying down, or if only a standard size bathtub fits in the bathroom, then this is a perfectly rational choice.

Advantages of cast iron bathtubs

Enamel is the most resistant to mechanical stress

Not afraid of dogs and hard brushes (within reason).
Silent, although the importance of this parameter is exaggerated.
Theoretically, it can be restored even after damage to the enamel.
They keep the temperature for a long time. It is only important if you lie for a long time with the water turned off.

Cons of cast iron bathtubs

1. There are only rectangular and standard small sizes.
2. Cold and slowly warm up.
3. Heavy and difficult to install.
4. If the geometry is not perfect, it is impossible to correct.

If, when buying, you missed the uneven top with a depression near the acrylic bath, then when installing it, you can lift it with a corner. With cast iron, such a maneuver will not work, check the geometry!

Advantages of an acrylic bath

1. Easy installation. Unlike cast iron, its weight is much less, so transportation and installation are less problematic.
2. Acrylic bathtub can be of any shape.
3. A variety of colors and the choice of any color you like.

Green acrylic bathtub

1. Low thermal conductivity. Water in such baths cools down at a rate of 1 degree in 30 minutes.
2. Color fastness. It will not disappear even many years later, because it is already set during the manufacture of the bathroom mold.
3. Minor damage can be easily hidden with a simple sanding.
4. Smooth without implying slipperiness.

Round Acrylic Bathtub

How baths are chosen

Most articles list the advantages of certain products in a matter-of-fact and dry manner and, based on technical parameters, give categorical advice.

But it is better to do it differently - to see what exactly is important for the bath users themselves and, based on real opinions, to voice recommendations on the type and material of the product. What are people looking for when choosing plumbing?

Let's look at the basic requirements!

• Comfort in use. ("Better cast iron - it is warmer").
• Color. (“The acrylic bathtub was ordered to match the color of the tiles”).
• Price. (“Unfortunately, there was not enough money for fashionable and expensive acrylic, so we bought high-quality cast iron”).
• Quality. (“Good cast-iron bathtubs have such hardness of enamel that axes have fallen into them during repairs, and there are no traces”).
• Ease of maintenance. (“There will be savings with acrylic - you don’t need to buy bathroom cleaners. All the plaque is simply washed off with water”).
• Hassle-free installation. (“The husband installed the cast-iron bath without any problems”).
• Convenience of delivery. (“The acrylic was easily lifted up to our fifth floor.”)
• Dimensions and design. (“The only good thing about acrylic bathtubs is the size.”)

Opinions were divided equally - and it is still not clear which bathroom is better: acrylic or cast iron.So, it is worth evaluating the objectivity of user statements!

Quality material - durable bathtub

The main requirements for plumbing are long-term comfortable use without loss of performance and aesthetic qualities. If we evaluate the baths in this particular perspective, then cast iron will most likely be in the lead. After all, its main characteristics include:

• Service life - up to 40-50 years;
• Good heat capacity - water cools slowly, about a degree in 10-15 minutes;
• High strength - the material does not deform, is not damaged and practically does not wear out.

The “weak link” of cast-iron bathtubs is considered, but it is worth clarifying that in high-quality products from well-known manufacturers, there are practically no problems with enamel. Only after many years of service may there be slight abrasion and loss of luster, but by this time you will probably just want to update the bath.

As for acrylic, its characteristics for the same indicators are as follows:

• Service life - about 20 years;
• The heat capacity is slightly higher than cast iron - cooling by one degree Celsius occurs in half an hour.
• Poor impact resistance, offset by simple repairs;

It is also very important when choosing an acrylic bathtub to look at the type of reinforcement used, which is made either on the basis of fiberglass or polyurethane composite. The first option is not only dangerous due to the evaporation of excess styrene used in the production, but also has a tendency to form microcracks with subsequent destruction of the material.

This type of defect in acrylic bathtubs cannot be restored. With a polyurethane composite, there are no such problems, and the bathtub lasts for many years without any signs of wear.

The price, which is determined primarily by quality, does not differ much from “competitors”:

• Cast iron - 8-20 thousand rubles and more;
• Acrylic - 9-25 thousand rubles and more.

Also, when discussing materials, it is worth noting some more points laid down at the production stage:

• Dimensions;
• The form;
• Color.

According to these indicators, cast iron definitely loses, since it is produced in a standard rectangular shape in white. Acrylic, due to the excellent plasticity of the material, has almost no restrictions on shape and size. In addition, plastic is easily colored in mass, that is, the color palette for bathtubs is very wide.

Summing up the material characteristics and their cost, taking into account all the user parameters in this group, it can be noted that acrylic surpasses cast iron in design at a similar price and with a slight lag in technical data.

Acrylic bathtubs critique

Disadvantages of acrylic bathtubs

So, we have received the necessary minimum of information about what acrylic bathtubs are. It's time to analyze what, in fact, is bad for an acrylic bath: are these really disadvantages, or features that, under certain conditions, can be put up with.

cracks in acrylic

So, disadvantages:

• Insufficiently high resistance to high temperatures. As a rule, acrylic, which is used to make bathtubs, has a melting point of up to 160 degrees Celsius. Naturally, an acrylic bathtub will not be subjected to such a temperature load - but there are precedents when acrylic bathtubs filled with hot water are deformed.Of course, this applies to bathtubs from the economy segment, but if, for example, you have a steel bathtub, you can generally ignore such disadvantages, unlike the situation with an acrylic bathtub.
• Another disadvantage of acrylic bathtubs is their mechanical fragility. Firstly, under your weight, an acrylic bathtub can bend and “play”, which may well cause some discomfort. And secondly, when a sufficiently heavy object falls into an acrylic bath, a crack or hole may form in it. Again, you can fix it - but the situation itself is not pleasant.
• The third drawback is the sensitivity of acrylic to household chemicals. If a steel or cast-iron bathtub can be cleaned with almost any product (excluding very aggressive chemicals and abrasives), then for an acrylic bathtub you will have to purchase a special cleaning agent. And if you try to "walk" on an acrylic bathtub with more traditional cleaners, be prepared for scratches, haze, and discoloration of the acrylic.

Wash - only with special compounds!

The cost of acrylic bathtubs (with given their limited lifespan) also cannot be attributed to the merits. A high-quality acrylic bath is quite expensive, and its service life of 10-20 years makes this financial investment even less justified.

Note!

"By eye" to determine the quality and authenticity of acrylic is quite difficult. Therefore, there is a risk that the bathtub you bought will lose its luster and turn yellow after a few months of operation.

This means that either extremely low-quality acrylic or simple plastic was used in the manufacture of the bathtub.

Advantages of acrylic bathtubs

And yet, despite the impressive list of shortcomings, it is often the advantages of acrylic baths that outweigh:

• Acrylic bathtubs retain heat well, and the water poured into such a bathtub remains warm much longer.
• Acrylic baths are not afraid of damage to the enamel for the bath - the scourge of baths made of steel and cast iron.
• Acrylic bathtubs (of course, if they are made of high-quality acrylic) are easy to clean. In most cases, it is enough to rinse the bathtub with warm water and wipe it dry.
• And finally, the design of acrylic bathtubs is much more diverse than the design of bathtubs made of steel and cast iron.

Acrylic bath design

Thus, the conclusion suggests itself quite obvious: acrylic bathtubs, as well as bathtubs made of any other material, are not ideal. They have a number of shortcomings that will be insignificant for someone, but for someone they will become critical and will serve as a reason for refusing to buy.

In any case, when choosing plumbing, you should not fundamentally ignore acrylic bathtubs: the advantages and disadvantages of these bathtubs very often balance each other, and at least it is still worth evaluating one or another model!

Lightweight and modern acrylic bathtub

When figuring out which bathtub to choose cast iron metal or acrylic, it is worth studying the quality characteristics of the products.

According to its properties, acrylic is a type of plastic that can easily take any shape, be painted in any color and can be easily reinforced.

Therefore, an important difference between acrylic bathtubs is that they are made in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes, which makes it possible to install them in any room, even if the bathroom is very small.

If you choose an acrylic corner bath, then this frees up space along the wall where you can install a sink, washing machine or bathroom furniture.

Since acrylic is very flexible, in the manufacture of a bathtub, it must be reinforced with a metal mesh or fiberglass to give the structure the necessary strength. The final cost of an acrylic bath depends on the quality of the reinforcement. As a rule, products reinforced with a metal mesh are more expensive.

Acrylic sanitary ware can be made not only in standard white, but in all colors of the rainbow and their shades. Plumbing acquires color even at the production stage, when a dye is added to the molten mass, so over time the paint does not wash out and does not fade

However, when choosing an acrylic bathtub, you need to pay attention to color uniformity.

It is worth saying that due to the increased popularity of acrylic plumbing, many unscrupulous manufacturers under the guise of acrylic sell plastic products, the quality of which is much lower

Therefore, before buying a bath, pay attention to the following points when you choose it:

• the thickness of the walls must be at least 5 mm, in order to determine it, you need to feel the cut of the side, taking it with your fingers on both sides.
• along the entire length, the width of the walls should not differ, there should be no roughness and burr on the sides;
• mandatory presence of a reinforcing layer, check whether it is possible on the cut;
• when tapped, a quality product will make a dull sound;
• It is desirable to have a certificate of quality and a guarantee.

Also, you do not need to purchase a bathtub with dents and an uneven surface, which indicates a low quality of plumbing.

The better acrylic bath: pros and cons

Comparing whether an acrylic or steel bath is better, it is worth noting that the first option has many advantages over cast iron, among which are:

1. Lightweight - polymer is much lighter than cast iron, light weight (about 30 kg) facilitates delivery and simplifies installation.
2. High strength and reliability, despite the visual fragility.
3. Variety of shapes and colors. Manufacturing technology allows you to create a bath of a certain shape, width, length, height and color, so that it fits perfectly into the interior.
4. Multifunctionality. Some models are equipped with a jacuzzi, hydromassage, armrests and headrests.
5. The presence of a metal frame and connecting legs for stability.
6. The color of the bath is preserved for a long time without fading and the appearance of yellowness.
7. Some models have antiseptic properties.
8. Low thermal conductivity and a high level of heat capacity, that is, the surface of the bowl heats up very quickly, and the walls themselves and the water cool down very slowly.
9. High degree of sound absorption, that is, when filling with water, there is practically no noise.
10. Glossy, but at the same time non-slip inner surface, allowing you to carry out water procedures without special anti-slip pads.
11. At the same time, it is very easy and simple to take care of an acrylic bath. It is enough to regularly wipe it with liquid soap or gel-based cleaners.

This design will be a good solution for people with diseases of the back and joints, as bowls of a certain shape can be made to order.

However, acrylic designs are not without drawbacks compared to cast iron products:

1. Compared to a cast iron bath, the strength of acrylic models is much lower, and it depends on the degree of reinforcement.
2. The service life is only 10-15 years and depends on the quality of the product.
3. Easily damaged by sharp objects. However, it should be noted that such damage is quickly repaired during restoration.
4. It is not recommended to bathe pets, as their sharp claws can damage the coating, however, minor scratches can be easily removed with a polish.
5. Afraid of open fire. Acrylic can melt even from an unextinguished cigarette.
6. Afraid of abrasive particles and chemical cleaners.
7. The high cost of acrylic plumbing, the price minimum starts from 9-10 thousand rubles.

Acrylic bathtub: is it worth buying it for your home?

One of the popular models of bathtubs is an acrylic font. It is she who prefer the majority of consumers, and not without reason. The main positive characteristics of an acrylic bathroom are:

• light weight (from 25 to 51 kg) - the design will not create an undesirable load on the floors and walls, in addition, the installation of the tank can be done independently, alone;
• acrylic coating with proper care does not lose its original properties, does not turn yellow, the surface due to a variety of coloring compositions can be smooth, matte, rough and even anti-slip;
• easy restoration of the coating - updated acrylic can serve its owners for up to 15 years;
• the sound of water filling into the container is practically inaudible, good noise-absorbing properties;
• the bath retains heat inside for a long time, you can draw very hot water into it (up to 60ᵒС);
• the material is malleable in processing and allows you to make structures of various sizes and shapes;
• extensive color scheme - choosing an acrylic bathtub that matches the shade of the tile is not difficult.

Bold design fantasies for decorating the bathroom are embodied thanks to this type of fonts. If the owner of an apartment or a country cottage wants to impress the guests with an unusual shape of the product, then, of course, an acrylic design is better.

But it also has its drawbacks, which will be discussed below:

• the strength index of an acrylic bath is inferior to cast iron, even if it is of high quality production and has several reinforced layers, manufacturers guarantee only a 10-year service life;
• the product requires the installation of additional structures that will give it stability, otherwise the font may stagger and not dock with the wall;
• requires the most delicate care - cleaning should be carried out with special washing gels designed for the acrylic surface, which will not damage it, applied to a soft sponge or cloth;
• be careful with boiling water - too hot liquids can ruin the coating.

When deciding which bath is better - acrylic or cast iron - you should be guided by your needs. Interesting design or solid construction? If aesthetic desires come first, then an acrylic bathtub is an excellent option!

Installation and forms of cast iron and acrylic bathtubs

Undoubtedly, certain difficulties arise with the delivery and installation of a cast-iron bath due to the large mass of the bath, which reaches 120 kilograms and more.But the stability of the bath guarantees your safety when bathing and eliminates the problem of tiles falling off if you want to dock them directly to the surface of the bath.

Delivery and installation of an acrylic bathtub is much easier due to its light weight.

Acrylic bathtub is very light and easy to install

The type of cast-iron bathtub is presented in the shape of a rectangular shape that is familiar to us, and this is due to the difficulty of making a bizarre shape from cast iron. You can get an intricate shape among the variety of acrylic bathtubs.

Both cast iron and acrylic bathtubs can have a built-in hydromassage.

Comparison of acrylic and steel bath

Steel bathtubs are a good alternative for those who for some reason feel distrustful of modern acrylic and traditional cast iron bathtubs. They are made of ordinary steel, coated with enamel, or stainless steel.

Enamelled steel is much cheaper than stainless steel, so the second option is not in high demand, although it is a safe, environmentally friendly material that does not corrode.

When comparing which bath is better - acrylic or steel, consumer reviews vary. First you need to highlight the disadvantages and advantages of the bath from this material.

Advantages of a metal bath:

• Low cost
• Strength and durability, the term of which is up to 15 years.
• High resistance to temperature extremes, aggressive chemical cleaners.
• Variety of forms
• A light weight
• The smooth surface of the enamel does not allow bacteria to multiply.

Disadvantages of a steel bath:

• Small thickness of metal.Under heavy loads, the walls of the iron bath can be deformed, and cracks and chips can appear on the surface of the enamel.
• Poor thermal insulation, leading to the fact that hot water in such a bath cools quickly.
• Noisy when taking in water
• Because of their light weight, steel tubs are less stable.
• The smooth surface of the bath is slippery
• Steel bath must be grounded
• Possibility of flying

A reliable steel bathtub has a weight of 30 to 50 kg., bathtubs are less than 30 kg. and with low cost, as well as walls less than 3 mm. are a poor quality product.

Comparison with acrylic bath

Steel bathtub with legs

If we compare which bath is better - steel or acrylic, then a clear advantage of steel will be the low price and the resistance of its surface to scratching.

However, a metal bath can be deformed if its walls are too thin.

Thus, judging by the cost, a steel bath is better, but if it is possible to easily restore surface defects on its own, it is superior to acrylic.

An acrylic bathtub keeps heat inside for a long time, which is not typical for a steel bathtub.

Therefore, those who like to spend a long time in a hot bath should choose acrylic. Similar advice for those who prefer to choose a bath with various additional features, such as hydromassage.

In addition, a steel bath cannot compete with an acrylic bath in terms of its noise when collecting water, but if desired, if some efforts are made to soundproof a metal bath from its outside, this disadvantage can be partially eliminated.

In terms of coating durability, a steel bath wins against an acrylic one, since the latter has a soft top layer that is resistant to scratches and, moreover, to the effects of heavy objects. The enamel covering the metal bath is reliably “baked” into the top layer, which prevents the formation of various defects.

When choosing expensive models, both plumbing options, made of steel and acrylic, have equal indicators of strength and reliability, but high-quality acrylic bathtubs always cost more than metal ones of the same functionality.

Recommendations for choosing a steel bath

The thicker the walls of the steel bath, the more resistant it is to deformations, heavy loads, so you should choose it from metal with a thickness of at least 4 mm. and enamel coating of at least 1.5 mm. At the same time, the weight of a high-quality steel bath should not be less than 30 kg.

Some features should be taken into account for a solid installation of a steel bath due to its instability and lightness. For this, specialists are usually invited.

In general, it should be guided by personal preferences, in particular, the size and shape of the metal bath, as well as its combination with the rest of the bathroom interior.

Variety of forms

Let's start with cast iron. There are few options here, more precisely, only two. If you want - choose a rectangular bath, if you want - get a more modern oval one. The third, as they say, is not given. After all, cast iron, although a very strong material, is still fragile. Therefore, it, unlike forging steel, does not allow the construction of complex shapes.

That is why for those who dream of a more original design, the answer to the question is clear: which bath to choose - acrylic, steel or cast iron. Naturally, in this case, the last option immediately disappears.But acrylic and steel keep pace in this parameter. Both materials allow you to recreate any shape your heart desires. If you want - the bathtub will be perfectly round, if you want - intricately curved or made in the form of a polygon. A very practical shape for small spaces is triangular. It allows you to easily fit the bath into a corner without taking up much space.

A variety of forms of acrylic and steel bathtubs:

Square

non-standard

Quadrant

Round

oval

Rectangular

multifaceted

semicircular

Rectangular with ledge

Acrylic bath

steel bath

Cast iron bath

Durable and reliable cast iron bathtubs

If we consider which plumbing is better in terms of durability, then cast-iron bathtubs are undoubtedly out of competition. Their service life is up to 60 years, so they are chosen by those consumers who value the strength and quality factor of plumbing. Cast iron bathtubs are timeless classics that only get better with time.

The metal warms up a little longer than acrylic, but it also keeps the water warm for a long time - the temperature practically does not decrease within 1-1.5 hours. During the manufacturing process, cast iron products are covered with a layer of enamel, which should be uniform, even, without smudges and roughness.

Experts advise not to clean the enamel with aggressive substances with abrasive particles. From falling heavy objects, it can chip. A quality cast iron bathtub, with proper care, will retain its original look and luster for 50 years or more.

Why is a cast iron bath better: advantages and disadvantages

Despite the skyrocketing popularity of acrylic sanitary ware, cast iron tubs are still in high demand. Considering which bathtubs are better than acrylic or modern cast iron, one cannot but note a number of advantages of cast iron products:

1. The highest margin of safety - such plumbing is very difficult to break, even if you specifically knock on it with a hammer - only the enamel will crack, which can be restored.
2. Long service life: for cast-iron plumbing, 50 years is not a term.
3. In this bath, you can safely bathe your beloved pets.
4. Stability - thanks to its weight and fittings, such a bathtub stands firmly in place, it will take a lot of effort to move it.
5. It retains heat for a long time - due to the low thermal conductivity of this alloy, the poured water will be warm for almost 2 hours.
6. High level of sound insulation - cast iron well absorbs the sound of pouring water and splashes.
7. Modern models can be painted in different colors that do not fade over time, retaining the original luster of the enamel.
8. Easy to care for - keeping a cast iron bath clean is very simple, just clean the surface with gel detergents.
9. Taking a bath in an antique-style bowl is pleasant and comfortable.

It is worth noting that modern cast iron baths easily fit into any room interior, and their prices are more affordable than acrylic models - from 7 to 18 thousand rubles.

In order to know exactly what material to choose a plumbing construction from, one cannot remain silent about the disadvantages of cast-iron plumbing:

1. The large weight (110-140 kg) of cast iron products makes their delivery, installation and dismantling much more difficult.
2. Uniformity of shapes and sizes - as a rule, these are rectangular or triangular bathtubs of standard sizes.
3. Enamel wears off over time and will require restoration at home.
4. Sufficiently long heating of the walls.
5. The slippery bottom requires the use of a special anti-slip rubber mat.

It should be noted that imported models are of higher quality enamel and lower weight.

Acrylic bathtubs

Modern production possibilities and the ever-increasing needs of people have led to the creation of improved personal care products. It was the desire of a person to see beautiful and durable bathtubs in his home, with a wide variety of shapes and colors, that became the impetus for the creation of acrylic bathtubs. These products were developed 30 years ago and quickly gained popularity among consumers.

Acrylic bathtubs are made in one of two ways. In the first of them, a sheet of source material of suitable size is taken, which is bent to the required shape in a vacuum chamber. The resulting container is not strong and can be easily bent. To give the surface of the bath rigidity, it is reinforced with several layers of epoxy resin, between which fiberglass is laid.

In the second, injection technology, a fiberglass frame is used. It is on it that acrylic is applied. In this case, the product turns out to be quite durable, which distinguishes it favorably from bathtubs made according to the first method.

A well-made acrylic bathtub has walls with a thickness of at least 4-6 mm. If you tap on its sides, the sound should not be too loud. Otherwise, we can conclude that the manufacturer decided to reduce costs by saving on reinforcement.

Often the owner of the apartment, equipping his bathroom, asks the question "Which is better - an acrylic or a cast-iron bath?" At the same time, most often he makes his choice in favor of a more modern product. The explanation for this lies in the variety of shapes, lightness and beauty of acrylic bathtubs.

Pros and cons of cast iron bathtubs

Cast iron for the manufacture of bathtubs has been used for a very long time, and today the position of this material is very strong. It gives the product a lot of weight (more than 100 kg) and good stability, thanks to which the bath fits perfectly into place without shifting.

In it, the water remains hot for a long time, since the cast iron, having absorbed heat, gives it back. The decrease in temperature in ten minutes is only one degree.

The enamel on such a product has a pleasant shine and has perfect smoothness and strength, moreover, it can withstand the impact of sharp materials and heavy loads. Simply put, the bathtub is practically not damaged or broken.

It perfectly emphasizes the classic interior, enhancing the feeling of reliability, and will be the choice of people who appreciate the classics and prefer not to chase fashion.

The advantages of cast iron baths are:

• No effect of deformation on the hull;
• Excellent sound-absorbing properties;
• Resistance of the coating to abrasion and the action of aggressive chemicals;
• sustainability;
• Service life over 25 years;
• They can be equipped with headboards, handles, devices for hydromassage.

Along with the advantages, bathtubs also have disadvantages. It is very difficult to make complex shapes from cast iron, because products can only be seen with the usual classic design.

Over time, the enamel begins to acquire a porous structure, which causes a yellow tint, limescale, and the accumulation of bacteria in the pores.

In case of accidental damage to the surface in the form of a chip or scratch, you will need professional help. A large weight, providing stability, also exerts a considerable load on the floors, in addition, it is quite difficult to install the product.

Main disadvantages:

• Impressive weight;
• Complex restoration of damaged coating;
• Small assortment, including only classic models;

Conclusion

The bathtub is the main decoration in the bathroom. If you need to replace your old product with a new design, then you can choose a bathtub made of cast iron or acrylic. Cast iron is a heavier material that provides excellent stability to the tub. Acrylic bathtub is lightweight and more attractive. In addition, making a choice in favor of a container made of such material, you can easily choose a product that will be in harmony with the design of the room.

Before you go to the store for a container for water procedures, you should read the advice of experts on the right choice of this product. Then you can avoid mistakes when buying a bath. The purchased product will last a long time and provide comfort when taking water procedures.