Laundry Tubs

Portable laundry tubs are of three varieties:

Wood; Galvanized iron; Fiber

Wooden ones are made of woods which stand water well, such as pine, cypress, or hemlock. They are constructed of narrow upright staves fitted into a straight bottom and held tightly together by iron hoops. They must be kept damp else they will shrink and leak, but water should not be allowed to stand in them, as the best of wood will warp and split under such conditions.

Galvanized steel tubs are very satisfactory, as they do not rust and are light. The heavier ones are provided with an attachment for holding the wringer.

Fiber tubs are made of wood pulp molded into shape and finished with a high luster. They are light, convenient to handle, and because of their smoothness, easy to keep clean. They will not leak nor fall apart because they are made in one piece.

Tubs are of many sizes. The 12 to 15 gallon tubs are the medium family sizes. These tubs are large enough to prevent splashing. At least two tubs are required for washing clothes.