What kind of shape is the tub in? I'm not seeing any big reward in replacement if it isn't bad, but it will cost plenty to replace.

Good question Trebruchet! Tub is damaged.

I don't know anything about acrylic. I vote cast iron :) Villager or the builders sized Bellwether, like I have. Sleek plain design.

This post was edited by enduring on Sat, Mar 22, 14 at 23:48

I also have a preference for cast iron, but what is "relatively inexpensive"? You may want to look at Sterling, a subsidiary of Kohler, who makes some fairly basic tubs in a material called Vikrel

I personally also prefer cast iron.

I did "test" out a number of acrylic tubs at Ferguson a few weeks ago and I found a couple of the Mirabelle tubs (Bradenton and Provincetown I believe) to be comfortable although they are both pretty deep. I also liked the shape of the Kohler Devonshire and Bancroft tubs.

Cast iron is my preference. But it is very heavy. So if she is planning to diy, she will need to plan for some strong helpers for that part of the job.

Kohler Archer has a lower height for the basin depth because of the overflow. But the Kohler overflow is more expensive.

Jacuzzi Signature has a nice tub with good reviews 60 x 30 with apron.

Pro Flo has a tub with good reviews 60 x 32 with apron. Pro Flo is Ferguson's house brand. Their tubs, including the Mirabelle, are made by Clarke.

This post was edited by Anna_in_TX on Sun, Mar 23, 14 at 14:00