I don't see any cement board anywhere. I do see old old drywall that is crumbling. I also see at least two prior repairs and a shower surround that is well past its usable life time. Time to say good bye to that shower.
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I'll tell you what I would do. Now keep in mind I'm a guy that does tile work and builds tile showers for a living. I've been doing it for almost thirty-five years and this is how I have supported my family for that period of time. I AM TILE.
Having said all of that I can tell you given identical circumstances I would install a new acrylic tub and matching acrylic surround and be done with it. Don't cheap-out though that would be the big mistake.
That approach is really the more practical and cost-effective thing to do in this case.
That's the opinion of a guy that loves tile.
Having said all of that I can tell you given identical circumstances I would install a new acrylic tub and matching acrylic surround and be done with it. Don't cheap-out though that would be the big mistake.
That approach is really the more practical and cost-effective thing to do in this case.
That's the opinion of a guy that loves tile.
The cast iron tubs can go forever but the finish that is on them does not. If the blue has worn out its welcome then now's the time to change it. If you like the blue then keep it. You will never duplicate the original finish of the cast iron tub if the day ever comes. Those porcelain finishes can not be duplicated in the field.
Yup.
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