Old Steel Bathtub

Enamel tubs enamel tubs which are actually made out of cast iron or steel and coated in enamel are also pretty popular according to merry maids.

Old steel bathtub.

Apply epoxy appliance paint to the primed steel bathtub using the clean paintbrush. Wait six hours for the primed bathtub to cure. 50 55 in. Apply galvanized metal etching primer to the clean steel bathtub using a paintbrush manufactured for use with latex paint.

Cut up steel composite or fiberglass tubs with a reciprocating saw. Large steel bathtubs evoke memories of olden times and can also add a touch of elegance to your bathroom. Bathroom tub tub surround clearance bathtubs less than 45 45 50 in. The tub can be removed whole if you have some help.

Contact your local recycling center for details on how to dispose of an old bathtub. Cast iron is the traditional material used in antique bathtubs for sale. Acrylic has an advantage because any scratches can be sanded and polished out. Wash the galvanized metal etching primer from the brush with warm water.

Acrylic or fiberglass is another common material you ll find in these old bathtubs. Cast iron is durable and solid and it can help the water stay warm. It s usually finished in porcelain. If your bathtub sounds metallic or you have an old claw foot tub it s probably enamel.