Cast Iron, Victorian Style, Slipper and Bateau Baths

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Tub Roll Top Bateau Bath (25B)

Tub Roll Top Bateau Bath (25B)

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Tub Roll Top Bateau Bath (25B)

A stylish floor standing cast iron bath in a timeless bateau design which is just under 1700mm length giving ample and comfortable bathing space. This freestanding roll top bath has a hard wearing stove enamelled finish which is just about the hardest bath surface available with an outer skirt supplied in primer or a range of painted finishes.
Polished Bateau Bath (25J)

Polished Bateau Bath (25J)

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Polished Bateau Bath (25J)

This classically styled cast iron bateau bath with a roll top rim and polished stainless steel exterior skirt makes a lovely design choice for both traditional and contemporary bathrooms. Victorian in styling, this freestanding bath has a stove enamelled bathing surface which is very head wearing and supplied with a 25 year guarantee for peace of mind.
Small 1300mm Slipper Bath (25L)

Small 1300mm Slipper Bath (25L)

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Small 1300mm Slipper Bath (25L)

This 1300mm long freestanding bath is styled traditional Victorian slipper design and is still extremely comfortable even though it`s such a little bath. Each small roll top bath is made in in tough cast iron and will give years of trouble free bathing that only stove enamel baths give.
Small Tub Bateau Bath (25N)

Small Tub Bateau Bath (25N)

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Small Tub Bateau Bath (25N)

This short cast iron has traditional styling and is ideal for small bathrooms where space may be an issue. Only 1300mm in length and supplied in your choice of colour.
Victorian Single Ended Roll Top Bath (25D)

Victorian Single Ended Roll Top Bath (25D)

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Victorian Single Ended Roll Top Bath (25D)

A single ended roll top bath that is made of solid cast iron. Each Victorian freestanding bath is paintable on the outside and has a very hard wearing stove enamelled white inside finish, which is highly scratch, impact and acid resistant.
Comfy Slipper Bath (25K)

Comfy Slipper Bath (25K)

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Comfy Slipper Bath (25K)

This small freestanding bath is just over 1400mm which is an ideal size for a smaller bathroom. Made in cast iron to a traditional slipper design this little roll top bath is very comfortable compared to what the size might suggests.
Slipper Bateau Bath (25M)

Slipper Bateau Bath (25M)

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Slipper Bateau Bath (25M)

High quality floor standing bateau bath made in rigid cast iron in traditional roll top styling. This stand alone bath is just over 1500mm long and is ideal for both small and larger bathrooms without comprising the laid back soaking and is available in white and in colours to special order.
Slipper Roll Top Bath (25F)

Slipper Roll Top Bath (25F)

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Slipper Roll Top Bath (25F)

A comfortable freestanding bath that is ideal for relaxing and reading. This cast iron bath has a hard wearing stove enamelled inner surface which is impact and acid resistant. Outside of the bath is paintable.
Victorian Double Ended Bath (25G)

Victorian Double Ended Bath (25G)

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Victorian Double Ended Bath (25G)

A traditional cast iron bath which is double ended with claw feet. This roll top bath is luxury quality with a hardwearing stove enamelled finish. Outside can be painted.
Bateau Art Deco Bath (25H)

Bateau Art Deco Bath (25H)

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Bateau Art Deco Bath (25H)

Art Deco styled double ended bath that makes an impressive freestanding feature within good bathroom design. Manufactured in aluminium with a high quality 10mm acrylic liner this bath is definitely luxury quality. The outside of the bath can be painted.

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Rocco Art Deco Roll Top Bath (25A)

Rocco Art Deco Roll Top Bath (25A)

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Rocco Art Deco Roll Top Bath (25A)

A traditional freestanding bath that is luxury quality. Made in high quality aluminium with a 10mm white acrylic liner rigidly bonded in. The outside of the bath is finished in black primer for onsite painting.

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Rocco Polished Freestanding Bath (25C)

Rocco Polished Freestanding Bath (25C)

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Rocco Polished Freestanding Bath (25C)

In Victorian bath styling with ball and claw feet. This polished freestanding bath has a highly polished aluminium outside with a rigid 10mm white acrylic liner fully bonded in. This bath is very high quality.

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Bateau Polished Aluminium Bath (25E)

Bateau Polished Aluminium Bath (25E)

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Bateau Polished Aluminium Bath (25E)

A luxury quality polished bath made in aluminium with a rigid white gloss liner. This freestanding bateau bath makes a beautiful design feature within design led bathrooms.

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Choosing a Traditional Freestanding Bath

Choosing A Traditional Freestanding Bath
Selecting a freestanding bath for your bathing area is not a straight forward choice as you may think.
Firstly you will need to pick a preferred style to fit all the other influences within the bathroom area such as shower enclosure, sanitary ware, taps and tiles etc.

Bath Style Choices

Roll Top Baths
Baths with a roll top rim are a Victoria styling that has endured the 20th and 21st century and are more popular today than ever. Usually the preserve of traditional bathroom styling and made originally in cast iron, these baths are now available in stone resin and acrylic. These baths are generally raised off the floor on ornate feet in various designs with the ball and claw foot design being the most popular and well known.

Bateau Baths
The Bateau design is another Victorian design that is a more usual fitment for luxurious households when compared to the roll top. These baths in most cases consists of an outer skirt which sits flush to the floor which the bath inner sits seamlessly into all giving the impression of a one piece bath.

Single Ended Bath
A traditional single ended bath is a type of roll top bath which is styled to have one bathing end which is usually sloped to be more comfortable with the taps sited at the opposite end.

Double Ended Baths
Double ended is another term for a bath that is symmetrical and allows the same comfort of bathing both ends with the taps usually sited in the middle. This style of bath tub, especially in the larger sizes, is ideal for 2 people.
Slipper Baths
The slipper styling is actually a single ended bath but where the styling differs is the bathing end raises to embracing the bather, allowing a relaxing bathing experience. This type of bath is ideal for reading and relaxing.

Selecting Size of Bath
Traditional freestanding baths are available in many sizes to suit your bathroom and the size of the occupant or occupants but it is important visually to not select a bath that is too big or too small for the area. Generally if a bath is being positioned next to walls a minimum of 80mm should allowed as anything smaller tends to cramp the styling and if a floor standing tap is part of the design then the wall gap should be increase to accommodate.

Choosing The Right Bath Material

Cast Iron
There is a reason why there are so many cast iron baths still in service today that were fitted early in the last century. These bulletproof metal baths are extremely rigid and strong with the bath`s inside area having a stove enamel surface which is baked/fused to the cast iron which makes a very hardwearing and highly acid, impact and scratch resistant. A downside of these baths is they do cool the water quicker than other materials but this is more of an issue for long soakers and the hot water can always be topped up if required. Another issue to be aware of is cast iron is heavy, in many cases this is an advantage as it gives perceives quality but they can be more difficult because of the weight to get into position during the installation process.

Stone Resin
Stone resin as a material is used at the luxury end of the market because it is a more expensive material in its raw state. This material produces lovely quality baths and being produced from a mould allows many interesting designs to be achieved. Made from a mix of resins and mineral fillers these baths are reasonably heavy and similar to cast iron. They are also very rigid and solid to the knock which all adds to the perceived quality. The heat retention is better than cast iron and other metal baths but generally not as good as acrylic.

Polished Aluminium
Livinghouse offer a range of polished and painted aluminium baths with an acrylic inner which is bonded to the aluminium body. This produces a nice rigid bath and the heat retention is good. Weight wise they fit between stone resin and acrylic baths.

Acrylic
Acrylic is an interesting material for using in the manufacturing of baths. It has good heat retaining properties on the good side but it is not particularly scratch resistant, flexes, creaks and if too thin cracks. Livinghouse do not sell acrylic baths as we do not believe in the quality of the product for the above reasons. If you are looking to buy a bath in this material we would recommend you select the thickest and best quality acrylic possible and ideally make sure it is well reinforced.

Selecting Bath Outside Finish

Paint Finish
Traditional freestanding baths are available in many materials and also available in different outside finishes a well. Generally the Victorians painted their cast iron baths to fit in with the room's décor. This allows any colour to be selected which is ideal for matching in with the bathroom`s colour scheme. The paint needs to be suitable for the surface selected with an eggshell finish usually an ideal choice. The paint can be sprayed on but, brushed or using a paint roller proves to be just as good.

Polished Finish
Polished finished baths are where the outside of the baths are finished in a polished aluminium or stainless steel. These finishes are proving to be popular at the luxury end of the bathroom market. The look is similar to chrome which fits in well with chrome taps and brassware.

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