American Standard Bathtubs - The Industry Leader

American Standard bathtubs certainly live up to their name - they are the most commonly found brand of bathtubs in the US, truly making them an American standard. The company is also the largest supplier of bathroom fixtures in the world.

American Standard and its ancestor companies have been a constant pioneer and innovator in bathtubs. Among the highlights in American Standard bathtub history:

• In 1883, they perfected enameling cast iron bathtubs. The resulting smooth surface allowed for easier-to-clean bath tubs.
• American Standard created the built-in bathtub in the early 20th century
• In 1987, American Standard came out with their enameled Americast material, which provided a lightweight yet durable alternative to cast iron bathtubs. Americast bathtubs are pressed from a high-quality alloy which has a glossy porcelain finish applied to it, and finally is bonded with a structural composite. This unique material ensures that bath water stays hot longer.

In the present, there is a large selection American Standard bathtubs available, sold under the American Standard and Porcher brands:

• On the low end (~$500), there is the Standard Collection Bathtub, a basic soaking bathtub made of acrylic with fiberglass reinforcement.
• The midrange-priced Enfield Bathtub (~$1500) line are made of acrylic, with back and lumbar supports at both ends.
• American Standard bathtubs' Reminiscence line has the old-fashioned curvy designs of yesteryear. The Reminiscence Slipper Soaking Bathtub (~$1400) is an elegant clawfoot bathtub made of acrylic. There is also the Reminiscence Drop-in Bathtub, with lumbar and back rests, as well as a raised headrest and molded-in arm rests
• The Town Square line has a more angular, modern look. The Town Square Bathtub (~$800) is made of acrylic with fiberglass reinforcement. It is designed for two with center drain and dual backrests, as well as dual molded-in armrests. American Standard also offers optional components to convert the tub to a whirlpool.
• The Savona Oval Bathtub is an acrylic and fiberglass reinforcement tub having simple, elegant countours. Savona Whirlpool models are also available.
• The Spectra Cast Iron Bathtub (~$1300) is  a durable enameled cast iron, recessed bathtub.
• The Stratford Bathtub (~$1300) is made from American Standard's Americast material and has a glossy porcelain finish.
• The reasonably priced Ellisse Oval Bathtub (~$1000) is made of acrylic with fiberglass reinforcement.
• The Cadet line offers the Cadet Corner Bathtub (~$900), made of  acrylic and fiberglass reinforcement, with dual lumbar back rests
• The acrylic and fiberglass Scala line has the Scala Corner Bathtub (~$1000) with an integrated seat, and the Scala Oval Bathtub (~$800)
• The Princeton Above-Floor Bathtub with Luxury Ledge (~$900) is made of Americast material,and has a lumbar support and beveled headrest.
• The American Standard bathtub Cambridge line (~$800) has Americast construction, with a glossy porcelain finish.
• The reasonably-priced Colony Bathtub (~$500) is acrylic with fiberglass reinforcement.
• The budget-minded Huron Recess Bathtub (~$250) has a porcelain on steel construction.
• The similar Mackenzie Recess Bathtub, Salem Recess Bathtub and Solar Recess Bathtub also have a porcelain on steel construction

New models of American Standard bathtubs are always being added too, so be sure to check back here.

Take a look at the wide variety of American Standard bathtubs available below:

American Standard Bathtub Resources

AbsoluteHome.com - Online Retailer of American Standard Bathtubs
AbsoluteHome carries a large selection of American Standard drop-in bathtubs, free standing bathtubs and whirlpools.

American Standard Bathtubs - Official Site
The home page for the American Standard bathtub product catalog