Acrylic Bath Tub vs Steel

[john2k]

I currently have a steel bath-tub. I'm looking to upgrade the tub with a L one with a shower enclosure. But most of the L shape ones I can find all seem to be acrylic. BathStore sells them and they claim to have lifetime guarantee but I am always a little worried about acrylic tubs and worry that they can crack and have hairline cracks leaking. Can anyone with experience in this field advise? Thanks

 

[Tigercubrider]

I assume that steel baths are pressed.
I also assume that an L shape would be very hard to do in steel?

 

[JohnD]

you can get very strong, thick plastic baths in Carronite. They are a bit expensive and heavy. There are a couple of similar brands.

Get a strong, matching panel at the same time. The flimsy plastic ones crack quickly and it can be hard to find one that fits, after a few years.

https://www.carronbathrooms.com/bath-range

 

[Madrab]

Most acrylic baths these days are absolutely fine. It's all in the installation. If it's installed badly and not supported properly then it will crack and leak. Just get a good plumber to install and he should properly support it on at least 3 sides.