Stockton, CA · Member since 2017 · 44 posts · 10 votes
I need to replace a fiberglass tub (with a patched hole) and enclosure at a rental property. While it's open, might as well replace the valve and trim. Wish to install something durable that will last at least 5+ years. Two options I'm considering are: 1- Fiberglass or acrylic tub and surround (relatively inexpensive, less labor intensive), 2- Cast Iron tub and quartz panels (longer lasting, more expensive to install).
Any recommendations for materials, make and model of the tub and valve that can take abuse of a rental property?
@Malik R. Certainly no expert here but I would think your decision depends on the quality of the rental and what is expected in the neighborhood. Either one should give you many more than 5 years. I've opted recently to go with the fiberglass surround in a SFR tract house built in the 1980's. While I definitely prefer the cast iron tub I felt it was too expensive for this particular project. FYI, we have 1970's apartments with the original fiberglass tub and surrounds still going strong. Some have required repairs but that's an easy fix.