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    May 10, 2005, 09:21 AM
    Cast Iron Tub Installation
    What do I put an old cast iron tub on. Can it sit directly on a new ceramic floor? Would I have to put something under the feet? It will be quite heavy with water in the tub.
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    May 13, 2005, 05:54 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Ronnie
    What do I put an old cast iron tub on. Can it sit directly on a new ceramic floor? Would I have to put something under the feet? It will be quite heavy with water in the tub.
    Hey Ronnie,

    Yes, cast iron tubs are heavy , however the weight is distributed over a fairly large area so it doesn't all concentrate on one spot. Your ceramic tile is backed up by a floor and a subfloor which will give it the strength to hold your tub. Good luck, Tom
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