Bathtub Surround Materials
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Bathtub surround materials. They all have a hard shiny surface but they differ in stiffness reparability and projected longevity. Durawall thermoplastic bathtub wall kit. Wall surround prices vary greatly from a couple hundred dollars to thousands. What are tub surrounds made of.
This thermoplastic bathtub wall kit is designed to fit regular bathtubs of 30 x 60 or 32 x 60 and has maximum dimensions of 42 x 72. This bathtub wall was made with molded fiberglass for durability and is easy to clean. A cast iron tub is a higher end option but it is an investment that will really last. Maax metro metro ash grey fiberglass plastic composite bathtub wall surround common.
We divided them into three material categories and price ranges. And the finish can. Bathtub surrounds are the least expensive. The tub is made of molded iron coated with porcelain enamel.
Alcoves and standard 5 ft. There are a variety of subtle natural looking colors available. Fiberglass abs and pvc plastic surrounds. The only significant disadvantage and a serious one is the weight.
The mustee durawall 30 in. Solid surface materials are relative newcomers to the bathtub market. The first two categories are the most popular. Shopping for a bathtub and wall surround kit.
Bathtub wall was designed to fit 30 in. There are so many types made of so many different materials that my comments are general and you should look closely at each manufacturer. Similar to bathtub materials surrounds are constructed from non porous materials so that water may not carry a potential danger of creating structural damage. Dreamline qwall tub 28 32 inch d x 56 to 60 inch w x 60 inch h 4 piece easy up adhesive tub surround in white.
60 in x 30 in x 60 in item 805769 model 103414 301 5. Common surround materials include acrylic cultured marble composite stone fiberglass and solid surface. The large center panel accommodates a window cutout over the bathtub to allow for natural lighting. Most surrounds are made of acrylic and fiberglass materials which make them light and easy to install one piece tub surround units are available for new construction or major remodeling but if you are removing an old tub surround with bathtub still in place installing a new three piece or five piece surround is often the way to go.