Motorcycle Artist "Pimps" Bathtub, American-style

PRLog (Press Release) - Jul 12, 2009 -
CHARLESTON, S.C.--Custom motorcycle artist Harley Kegley recently expanded his talents to include transforming — of all things— a bathtub. Manufacturer Victoria & Albert Bath commissioned Kegley to showcase the customizable qualities of its ENGLISHCAST™ material by painting the outside of a $4,000 Victoria & Albert ios bathtub.

Reflecting Victoria & Albert’s proud Anglo-American heritage, Kegley transformed the standard white ios bathtub to feature the Stars and Stripes on one side and the Union Jack on the other.

Made from ENGLISHCAST™ — Victoria & Albert’s unique solid surface material – the smooth, paint-ready exterior of the bathtub proved an ideal starting point.

“I painted it using the same process I use to custom paint a motorcycle, boat, guitar, or show rifle,” says Kegley, adding that this is the first bathtub “canvas” he’s tackled during his 30-year career.

He applied a base coat of clear acrylic urethane, then used a hand-cut paint mask stencil combined with a free hand for a soft edge.

Kegley’s transformation of the ios tub into an eye-catching work of art illustrates the versatility of a Victoria & Albert tub, says U.S. sales and marketing manager Karl Schuele.

“Victoria & Albert bathtubs offer customers options and flexibility,” says Schuele. “They can individualize the naturally white exterior with paint or tile to match bathroom décor or add a dash of self-expression.”

The patriotically painted ios will be visiting select showrooms over the next 12 to 18 months to showcase the versatility of the company’s solid surface tubs.

For more information or high-resolution photos, please call Mary Sue Lawrence at (800) 421-7189 or go to www.vandabaths.com.

About ENGLISHCAST™
Victoria & Albert baths are made from ENGLISHCAST™, a mix of naturally white volcanic limestone and resin. Insulating, stain-resistant and strong, this high-performance material makes it possible to cast a large and complex shape into one flowing, seamless piece. The stone content of ENGLISHCAST™ creates a durable, scratch-resistant bathing well that is easily renewed with a light polish.

About Victoria & Albert®
Victoria & Albert is a global leader in bath innovation and design, creating a versatile range of traditional and contemporary freestanding bathtubs. Known for its durability, every ENGLISHCAST™ bathtub comes with a 25-year manufacturer-backed warranty and is shipped within 48 hours of purchase.

Victoria & Albert products are sold at more than 400 kitchen and bath showrooms across the U.S. and Canada. Established in the U.K. in 1996, Victoria & Albert extended its brand to the U.S. in 2002, and now offers its products in more than 20 countries across the globe.

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