Weight and dimensions of the cast-iron bath

To buy a cast iron bath not to cause disappointment, choosing it, you need to be guided by the following characteristics:

• weight,
• size,
• depth.

The last parameter is often not paid proper attention.

Before you choose your purchase, measure your bathroom. For the bath there is a third of it and no more than that. The area of the room will be the main determining point.

According to the size there are the following types of cast iron bathtubs:

• The smallest. Their width is usually 70 cm, but the length can be 120, 130, 140 cm. It weighs from 77 to 84 kg. This is the ideal solution for small apartments. Small bathtub will fit successfully into a room with a small area, or an unusual layout. These dimensions, of course, will not let you lie down, but half-sitting or sitting position is acceptable. It is suitable for families with small children. It is easy to bathe them in it.
• Small. This is the most common type of cast-iron structures. Their length is 150 cm, and width - 70 cm. Their weight is 92-97 kg. Capacity - about 170 l. It is ideal in the interior of a small bathroom. People of average build can use it.
• Medium. Their weight starts from 100 kg. Their width is the same as described above, but the length is 160 cm. Holds 173 + 2 liters of water. The size is quite comfortable, but it is not easy to find them.
• Large. The length of a large cast-iron bathtub - 170 cm, the width can be 70 or 75 cm. Weight ranges from 113 to 119 cm. Holds just over 180 liters. If the bathroom has an elongated shape, it will be a real boon for its owners.
• Very large baths. Their length is 180-185 cm, width - 70, 80, 85 cm. The capacity of 190 + 5 liters. The product weighs at least 115-120 kg. It is possible to install it only in rooms of very large area. If desired, it is possible to take water procedures even for two people.
• Huge. Their length starts from 2 m, width - 85 cm. Owners of large bathrooms can afford such sizes. It is ideal for people who have a lot of weight. As a rule, they do not happen in the open sale. It is exclusively a work to order.

Usually the depth of the bath is 40 cmbut there may be slight variations. The depth is directly proportional to comfort. Keep in mind that from the measurement of the outer part of the bath you need to subtract 10 cm. This is the space that will be available to the person taking a water treatment.

When buying, you should definitely make sure that its size will fully meet your needs.