Would like to get some opinions on what to do with my existing cast iron (regular not claw foot style) tub in my bathroom remodel.
The existing tub finish is kind of "hazy" on the inside and has a few small rust spots around the drain and overflow openings. I've heard mixed comments about having a cast iron tub refinished.
Any thoughts on the viability of refinishing?
...preferred methods?
...approx cost?
I guess I would prefer to have it refinished vs. hauling it off the second floor and out of the house, but I'm going to actually move it to the other side of the bathroom, so other than the removal hassle installing a new tub would not be too difficult (I know the removal down the stairs will not be easy - been there before, twice. Feel sorry for the guys that lugged it up there.)
...but if you vote for replace what is your preference steel or fiberglass?
Thanks,
Joel
The existing tub finish is kind of "hazy" on the inside and has a few small rust spots around the drain and overflow openings. I've heard mixed comments about having a cast iron tub refinished.
Any thoughts on the viability of refinishing?
...preferred methods?
...approx cost?
I guess I would prefer to have it refinished vs. hauling it off the second floor and out of the house, but I'm going to actually move it to the other side of the bathroom, so other than the removal hassle installing a new tub would not be too difficult (I know the removal down the stairs will not be easy - been there before, twice. Feel sorry for the guys that lugged it up there.)
...but if you vote for replace what is your preference steel or fiberglass?
Thanks,
Joel