An extra touch of class for your home

Full or partial antique and vintage claw foot tub restoration services available, based out of Bethlehem Pa. See the process below for more details or browse our photos of previous custom projects for your inspiration.

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It goes without saying that not one acrylic or plastic reproduction clawfoot bathtub can compare to the presence and personality of an original antique or vintage claw foot tub, made by our forefathers in the 1800-1900's. Whether you already have your own tub or choose from our inventory, we can bring any old piece of history back to life in the colors and finish of your choice. Solid colors are available for both tub interior and exterior, as well as custom feet and beautiful hand painting on the exterior. Work with our tech for solid colors options or consult with our artist for the design of your dreams to own the only original bathtub like it in the world for your bathroom!

The Process

Congratulations on securing your piece of American steel history and design! Your tub likely dates from between the years 1890 and 1945, and weighs between 120-350lbs.. how cool! Depending on the condition of your bathtub, there are two ways to proceed with the restoration process: 

1. Good condition tubs

If the bathtub exterior paint or coating is solid and in good condition, and the interior of the tub does not require repairs, the tub interior can be restored in place. There is no need to remove the tub for interior restoration. Simply contact us to get scheduled in and the restoration work should only take a few hours. 

2. Bad condition tubs 

Due to the fact that up to 90% of US home fixtures older than 1940 contain lead paint, many antique bathtubs cannot be restored in place. Any chipping, peeling or flaking exterior paint is a health hazard and should not be disturbed to risk becoming airborne particles. Instead, the tub exterior should be wrapped in plastic and the tub should be taken to a sand blasting facility for professional paint and rust removal. We help clients organize this step before we apply any custom finishes to the tub. Restoration time is dependent upon scheduling and current orders. Contact us to schedule your drop off.

If your antique or vintage tub requires drop off, we have locations in Bethlehem and Bath Pa. to receive pieces for restoration. Please note we do not have a lifting device but can assist with loading and unloading pieces.