Re-glazing a tub can bring the mirror-like gloss back. Bead board and creative molding can also revive the luster of the original tub. Clawfoot tubs are back in vogue, but the original tub’s charm is not gone for good. It’s worth remembering that bathtubs have been around for centuries, dating back to BC. So what are your options for restoring it? Read on to learn more about how to re-glaze a tub.

Re-glazing brings back the mirror gloss and luster of the original tub

Re-glazing your bathtub is an easy and affordable way to update the look of your bathroom. While a new bathtub can retain its luster for many years, it will eventually lose its shine from regular use. Cleaning and polishing won’t restore the lost luster. Re-glazing will bring back the mirror gloss and luster of the original tub while adding new protection. Not only will re-glazing improve the appearance of your bathroom, but it will also increase the value of your home.

Bead board and creative molding can bring back the luster of the original tub

A remodeled bathtub can be a real eye-catcher in any room, especially one with a country charm. Adding bead board and creative molding can add a classic look to a bathroom without compromising functionality. This look also looks clean and lived-in, unlike a newer tub that might be too modern for your taste. Here are some tips for restoring a tub:

Clawfoot tubs are popular again

A clawfoot tub is characterized by its sloping shape, feet, and legs. This design is said to have originated in Holland in the 1700s. Inspired by a Chinese motif of a dragon clutching a pearl, the ball-and-claw style evolved into a claw-and-ball design. In the 18th century, the claw-and-foot style spread to England and the U.S. and was adapted by furniture makers.

Bathtubs date back to BC times

Did you know that bathtubs date back to BC times? The first documented plumbing system for bathing dates back to 3300 BC. It was on the Greek island of Crete that the first personal bathtub was discovered. Made from hardened pottery, the first personal bathtub was a practical way for people to wash themselves. As time passed, baths became more complex, and in the mid-18th century, the clawfoot bathtub emerged. Early clawfoot tubs were made of cast iron and were difficult to move around.

They were expensive

As one of the first tubs on the market, The Original Tubs were expensive. It was difficult to find any information on the company’s website that would give you an accurate idea of the cost. Although they are known for their lifetime warranties, it was not clear which models had the highest prices. In addition, there was not a lot of transparency regarding the cost of add-on therapies. For example, if you want to upgrade the tub with a jetted bath, you may need to spend an additional $1,000 to get it fixed.

They were built-in

The original tub was not cast one piece, but a single unit that had an enclosed end and side. It was approximately five feet long, spanning the walls of a typical five-foot square bathroom. Later on, it became the cornerstone of the modern Jazz Age bathroom trinity, along with a wall-hung lavatory and built-in tub and shower combination. This bathtub was a revolutionary addition to the bathroom, and is still a staple today.

They were a personal spa

When it was first introduced in the Seventies, hot tubs were the stuff of hippies’ fantasies. They were the ultimate in luxury, embodied the mythos of the West Coast, and were quickly co-opted by middle America. As a result, the tub went from novelty to popularity and finally, banality. Today, the concept of a personal spa is still connoted with licentious times, which makes some real estate agents on the Westside shudder.

They are now a stand-alone fixture or in conjunction with a shower

The Original Tub, also known as a bathtub, is a classic bathtub that was designed to hold water. The bathtub became a pivotal fixture in the early twentieth century when colors became popular in bathrooms. In the 1930s, bathtubs started resembling furniture – tables, chairs, and beds. By the 1940s, tubs resembled swanky, upscale furniture. Art Moderne made tubs and showers look even better.