Is this tub sturdy enough for daily showering?

The reinforced base and flat bottom are built for standing, so it works as a tub and shower base. Acrylic with fiberglass backing is rigid but can flex slightly underfoot compared with cast iron.

How does acrylic compare with a cast iron tub?

Acrylic is much lighter, warmer to the touch and easier to install. Cast iron holds heat longer and resists scratches better, but it is far heavier and needs stronger floor support.

Does it fit a standard alcove?

It is sized at 60 by 36 inches, the common alcove tub footprint in US bathrooms. Measure your opening and the drain location before ordering.

What is included with the tub?

The tub itself. A drain, overflow and faucet are not part of it, so plan on buying those separately.

Does the backrest help with soaking?

The backrest is contoured for lumbar support, which makes reclining more comfortable than a flat-backed tub. It is a single-slope design, not a deep soaking tub.

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60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design

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$975.27at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design

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Our take on the 60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design

This is a standard 60 by 36 inch alcove bathtub built from sanitary-grade acrylic with multi-layer fiberglass and resin reinforcement. The reinforced base and flat bottom give it a stable, level floor, and the backrest is contoured for lumbar support. It suits a full bathroom remodel or a direct replacement for an old alcove tub. Against cast iron and steel tubs it is lighter and warmer to the touch, but acrylic can flex and scratch where enameled metal does not.

Best forStandard alcove bathroom replacementsRemodelers wanting a light tub to setHouseholds that prefer a warm-to-touch surfaceBathrooms with a 60 by 36 inch alcove

Pros

Sanitary-grade acrylic with fiberglass and resin reinforcement
Reinforced base for stability
Flat bottom for standing and showering
Contoured lumbar support in the backrest
Lighter than cast iron or steel tubs

Cons

Acrylic can flex and scratch more than enameled metal
Generic brand with little track record
No tile flange or drain hardware mentioned
Glossy finish shows wear over time

60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design prices at every store

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About the 60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design

This alcove bathtub measures 60 inches by 36 inches. It is made from sanitary-grade acrylic, reinforced with multi-layer fiberglass and resin.

The tub has a reinforced base for stability. Its flat bottom and contoured lumbar support are designed for a comfortable bath.

Size: 60" x 36"
Type: Alcove bathtub
Material: Sanitary-grade acrylic with multi-layer fiberglass and resin reinforcement
Base: Reinforced base
Bottom: Flat, with contoured lumbar support
Color: Glossy White

Specifications

color: OtherSource
size: 60 x 36Source

Questions and answers

Is this tub sturdy enough for daily showering?: The reinforced base and flat bottom are built for standing, so it works as a tub and shower base. Acrylic with fiberglass backing is rigid but can flex slightly underfoot compared with cast iron.
How does acrylic compare with a cast iron tub?: Acrylic is much lighter, warmer to the touch and easier to install. Cast iron holds heat longer and resists scratches better, but it is far heavier and needs stronger floor support.
Does it fit a standard alcove?: It is sized at 60 by 36 inches, the common alcove tub footprint in US bathrooms. Measure your opening and the drain location before ordering.
What is included with the tub?: The tub itself. A drain, overflow and faucet are not part of it, so plan on buying those separately.
Does the backrest help with soaking?: The backrest is contoured for lumbar support, which makes reclining more comfortable than a flat-backed tub. It is a single-slope design, not a deep soaking tub.
Where is the 60" x 36" Alcove Bathtub with Ergonomic Design cheapest?: At Walmart, for $975.27, as of our latest check.