Bathtub refinishing can be a do-it-yourself job, but if you are going to do it on your own and forego calling the professionals, there are a few things you should know. A successful bathtub refinishing project will, of course, result in a finished product that is beautiful and functional. But a successful bathtub refinishing job [...]

A clawfoot bathtub will instantly give your bathroom a classic vintage flair. This type of bathtub, with famous curvaceous form and solid stout feet, is the perfect centerpiece for a Victorian-inspired bathroom. One need not break the bank to purchase an antique bathtub made of expensive cast iron and coated with porcelain to create the [...]

After many years of the-same-old-same-old bathroom, we finally decided to do a remodeling project. We don’t have a lot of money to spend on this project, nor a large bathroom for that matter, so we were going to replace our existing shower stall by taking it, and the linen closet next to it, out and [...]

Cast iron bathtubs are great for historic beauty and elegance. They are perfect for people that have a period home with lots of details from past eras. So, it shouldn’t be any surprise that cast iron clawfoot tubs have re-emerged in bathroom trends. Cast iron baths are certainly dramatic pieces for the period bathroom. Cast [...]

When you’re creating the perfect bathroom motif, and you’ve chosen a new bathroom vanity, a pretty sink, and a subtle but dramatic shower curtain, you’re still left with the centerpiece of the affair: the bathtub. Though we’re often likely to forget with our busy lifestyles and quick showers before work, there’s nothing more relaxing than [...]

When it is time to replace or refinish an existing bathtub, you may find there are a wide variety of styles to browse. Among bathtub styles, there are three that may be of primary interest to the homeowner. These styles are freestanding bathtub, clawfoot bathtub, and pedestal bathtub.   Freestanding tubs can be installed away [...]

I need to be able to clean and groom myself. I need to be able to use a bathtub while still staying safe. A standard bathtub is too difficult for me to climb into and out of at this point in my life. I don’t want to have to worry about slipping or falling while [...]

The bathroom is one place that you can consider as your private sanctuary, a temporary refuge from the busy world. So why not transform that space in your home into a luxurious spa retreat where you can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? With a few modifications in your bathroom’s interiors, you [...]

During these troubled economic times, people like you are looking for ways to trim budgets. Some home improvement projects can wait, while others may need your attention sooner. For example: if you are trying to sell your house, one of the first places that real estate professionals recommend sprucing up is the bathroom, because it [...]

If you’re in the market for bathroom fixtures, antique clawfoot bathtubs provide luxury, functionality, and personality to your décor. With a little knowledge, you will know what to expect when you accent your bathroom with a vintage fixture.