There comes a time when a bathroom makeover is a necessary evil. Modern bathrooms can become boring. The standard stall shower, modern vanity and linoleum flooring is the typical recipe for a bathroom remodel. Why not think outside the box? Bathroom remodels are not cheap, so your new bathroom should offer a substantial aesthetic improvement over what you’ve got now. Retro bathrooms are all the rage now just like shoes and clothing for style and taste.
Everyone recognizes a Victorian bathtub with its unique telltell claw feet. Unlike modern bathtubs, the claw foot bathtub is generally oval in shape, made of enameled cast iron, with the base raised off the floor, pedestal style, supported by ornate feet most often resembling the feet of a lion. You will need to shop the local antique fairs and flea markets to find the bathtub of your dreams. These tubs are made from cast iron and are very heavy. Be sure to bring a truck as well as some strong people to load it up.
It may take several weeks to find the perfect bathtub at the right price. Rust stains are often a problem, but modern technology has provided us with solutions. The original antique bathtubs with claw feet were often adorned with gold leaf paint on the claws. The ones you’ll find in the antique markets are usually absent this finery, but gold leaf paint is still available, making it a simple task to artfully recreate this fine effect. Another notable comfort item for the bather is the rounded lip at the top of the tub itself which provides a nice arm rest.
