Choosing an acrylic or ceramic bath

Published: 30th September 2009

The main difference between an acrylic and ceramic bath is the price. A ceramic bath can cost you considerably more money than an acrylic bath but is it worth it?

Most would say, yes. The investment in your bathroom suite is something you will benefit from for years to come. Not only that, choosing the cheaper option may require you to shell out more money in the not so distance future when it starts to look old, worn or discoloured. However, if money is tight, an acrylic bath is a suitable alternative and can still look stylish in one's bathroom.

A family bathroom is a central and key room in any family home along with the kitchen. It is not uncommon for people to spend thousands of pounds refurbishing and redesigning their bathroom. In addition, when it comes to selling your home, your bathroom and kitchen are the unique selling points.

A ceramic bath, although it feels cold to touch at first, once filled with water, it retains the heat very well. An acrylic bath retains heat but not as well as a ceramic bathtub. You will also need to consider the matching sink and toilet for your bathroom and ensure that it harmonises.

Price is the biggest difference between the two bathtubs, which should be your key consideration when purchasing a new bathroom suite.

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