Garden tub question

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I am having to replace a 40 x 54 garden tub that cracked in several places. Now I have to decide to go fiberglass or ABS whatever that means. The one we pulled out I believe was plastic since it was very light weight. Does anyone know which one is better. I have seen ABS garden tubs about 200.00 and up and fiberglass about 350.00 and up.
Thanks,
Margie

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Hi Margie,

This is just my opinion, but do yourself a favor and go for the fiberglass!

As you've already seen ABS or plastic, doesn't hold up well.

Maureen

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Margie, If you go to a homecenter, you can look at the way they are made. I think you will find that the fiberglass is built with much more support in the bottom. Greg

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Hi Margie,

I agree with Maureen and Greg.

I am a large person and I have large family members. Fiberglass is by far the stronger material.

Follow the manufacturers instructions on the installation and you'll be fine.

Good Luck

Harry

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Thank-you for your help. I called a few mobile home suppliers today and was told that they didn't make fiberglass tubs anymore but I found them on line and I did find one dealer that said he could order me one. I just have to call him Monday during regular business hours. He was out doing honey do's so he could watch the game later. lol
I am sure I will have lots of other questions as I go deeper into this mess I got myself into.
Thanks again,
Margie

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You can check with Lowes, Home Depot, any home center or Plumbing supply store in your area. Make sure of the size (many mobile homes use a smaller size tub) and make a few phone calls you may find that a quality tub is a special order if it is a smaller size. Greg

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Thanks Greg. Home Depot and Lowes don't carry Garden Tubs that I could see and the tub is I think 40 x 54. I found them online and I think I found someone who can order it for me. I find it cheaper to order it online myself.

Margie