If you own an old, dilapidated bathtub that is unsightly to bathe in, you may have thought of replacing or refinishing it at one point. While replacing it with a brand new tub is an appealing proposition, it may not always be the best move financially.
First of all, a tub replacement will cost you a considerable amount of time, money, and effort. Note that before a new tub is installed, repairing the trim, flooring, plumbing, or lighting might be necessary, not to mention, modern baths are not inexpensive to begin with. Most of all, you need a budget for labor and disposal costs.