The Leonard — Unlacquered Brass Freestanding Bathtub

The Leonard is a solid unlacquered brass freestanding bathtub built as a permanent centerpiece for luxury bathrooms. Made from 100% solid, lead-free brass with no plating and no lacquer coating, the tub is finished as a living patina surface — meaning the metal is left raw and reactive by design, and continues to develop depth and character with water exposure and age instead of staying static behind a factory coating.

The double-slipper silhouette gives full back support at both ends for two-person or reclined single soaking, while solid brass ring handles at each flank are functional lift points, not decorative add-ons. Brass has a significantly higher thermal mass than acrylic or cast iron, so bath water measurably retains heat longer in this tub than in standard materials — a functional benefit, not just an aesthetic one.

Every BrassOna piece, including The Leonard, is 100% solid unlacquered brass — no plating, no lacquer — built in the USA-standard specification, backed by a 5-year warranty and 30-day returns, and ships free across the US and Canada.

Why Unlacquered Brass

Lacquered or PVD-coated fixtures are sealed to stay uniform forever. Unlacquered brass is intentionally left unsealed. Over time and with normal water contact, it darkens and develops a living finish unique to your household's water chemistry and usage — a natural process, not a defect. Customers who prefer a finish that stays fixed and uniform should look at BrassOna's PVD-coated brass line instead of an unlacquered piece.

Key Features

• 100% Solid Brass Construction: No shell, no plating — solid brass through the full wall thickness for long-term structural durability and resistance to chipping or denting.
• Unlacquered Living Finish: Left uncoated so the surface ages and darkens naturally into a patina specific to your home.
• Deep Soaking Capacity: High water depth built for full-body immersion, not a shallow decorative basin.
• Superior Heat Retention: Brass's thermal mass keeps bath water warmer for longer than acrylic or cast iron tubs of comparable size.
• Solid Brass Ring Handles: Cast directly into the tub flanks as functional grips.
• Freestanding Installation: No wall or alcove requirement — places anywhere in the room plan with standard floor drain rough-in.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will The Leonard's finish change color over time?

Yes. This is an unlacquered brass tub, so the surface is intentionally left unsealed. It will darken from contact with water and air, developing a living patina unique to your home over months and years of use. This is expected behavior, not a manufacturing defect.

How do I maintain an unlacquered brass bathtub?

No special coating maintenance is needed since there's no lacquer to protect. Rinse and dry the tub after use to control the rate and evenness of patina development. If you prefer a fixed, non-changing finish, choose a PVD-coated brass tub instead.

Does The Leonard retain heat better than an acrylic tub?

Yes. Solid brass has a higher thermal mass than acrylic or cast iron, so bath water stays warmer for longer in this tub compared to standard tub materials.

What is the drain opening size?

Standard 2-inch US plumbing connection, with drain assembly included.

Is this tub suitable for hospitality or commercial installations?

Yes. The Leonard is specified for both high-end residential renovations and boutique hospitality projects.