Which cast iron bath to choose?

With such a wide selection available, choosing the right one is often far from simple. From Victorian slippers to contemporary bateau, the choice can be overwhelming.

So where do you start? We asked The Cast Iron Bath Company founder Lee Hunwicks for his top tips.

(1) Consider the size of your cast iron bath

You should choose the largest bath for the space available. Many people worry that a large bath will look as if it has been crammed in, but this is not the case. Your eye will follow the sloping ends down to the extra floor space at the foot of the bath, giving the impression of space. If you have a small bathroom, it’s definitely worth looking at something like the new Petite Millbrook.

(2) Use shape

Every year we are overwhelmed by the popularity of the Millbrook cast iron bath. We know why we like it – after all, we spent a long time perfecting its design and manufacture. But we thought it would be a good idea to ask some of our customers why they love it so much. Here are their top five reasons:

1. The classic shape.
The Millbrook is what many people imagine when they think of the words ‘cast iron bath’. Mounted on elegant claw feet, and available with or without tap holes, it is the quintessential roll top bath.

2. Make it yours.
The Millbrook roll top bath gives you the flexibility to enhance the overall style of your bathroom. We prime, undercoat and finish the bath with a silk white topcoat. You then have the option to easily change the colour by applying a paint that’s suitable for wood and metal with a mini roller. You can achieve excellent results