Finding the Perfect Claw Foot Tub Feet

Of all of the different parts of the clawfoot bathtub that are recognized, it is typically the feet they get the most attention. To be perfectly honest, the type of feet that you have on your tub are not going to make a difference in the way that it works or how comfortable it is to soak in. It will make a large difference, however, in how the tub looks and choosing the right clawfoot tub feet can make the tub fit into almost any decor. There are some things that you need to know about clawfoot feet, however, before proceeding.

Many people are under the impression that you can purchase clawfoot tub feet from any manufacturer and fit them on any tub. As is the case with almost anything that is mass-produced by various companies, each is going to have their own particular style and mounting options. In most cases, there is not going to be a universal set of claw foot tub feet that can be used on any tub. You will typically be limited to the manufacturer of the tub whenever you are choosing the feet.

A similar thing is also true whenever you're talking about antique clawfoot tub feet. These can be very difficult to come by, especially if the tub that you have is rather unique or was not one of the popular varieties of its day. If you are fortunate enough to find clawfoot tub feet to match your antique or kohler clawfoot tub, they may need a little bit of refinishing as they do tend to age over time and could be rusty. Most places that specialize in antique claw foot tub feet will also offer to sandblast the feet and to refinish them.

If you're unable to find the feet that match your tub, it may be possible for some dealers to come close enough with another brand that they will fit into your tub. It may be necessary for you to make a mockup of the clawfoot feet that are on your tub so that they can get a good look at the mounting options. If you choose a dealer that has a wide variety of feet available, they may be able to come up with something that is fairly close.

If all else fails, and you are unable to get the clawfoot tub feet that you are looking for, it may also be possible for you to have new feet cast specifically for your tub. More than likely, you're going to have to send them one of the feet off of your tub if this is the case so that they can match the mounting exactly. You can usually have clawfoot tub feet cast for you for a similar price as to what you would pay for antique clawfoot bathtub feet. There are also a variety of different options that are available, as far as the finish is concerned. These can help to complement your tub and to make it look exactly as you would like.