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Q: When were fiberglass bathtubs introduced?
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What is the best material for a bath tub?

As with all things the term "best" is more a matter of opinion than of fact. Bathtubs are made of glazed stamped steel, acrylic, and fiberglass (and even glazed cast iron if you can find an old one). Each has its own properties, and each can last a lifetime or two if not physically damaged by accident, abuse or neglect.


What causes the orange peel look on fiberglass bathtubs?

This can also be called, "fish-eye" and it's generally caused by the "kicking time" added to color of the tub and not the fiberglass. Fiberglass when applied needs to be "faired out" (sanded smoothly with fine sand paper so you can run your hand over it and feel no bumps or rough spots.) It's important because it leads to either a good spray job of enamel based paints or a bad job.


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Who in my area refinishes fiberglass bathtubs.?

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