Save Money, Call Tub Reglazing Services To Fix Bathtub Problems

Bathtubs get old, rusty and start to look ugly. Once you stop using them regularly because of the stains and chipped surface, they decay further. Soon enough, you can’t bear to look at them and think of getting rid of the tub or replacing it. Even better, you can try tub reglazing which does the job as good as a replacement but only faster and cheaper. Reglazing or bathtub refinishing or recoating as it is called, is a great option to give your old bathtub a new shine and finish. You can also change the color of the bathtub.

In no way, it is less than replacement except the price for refinishing is much lower and it takes lesser time and effort to do it. Reglazing takes a couple of hours and needs 24 hours to dry while replacement work could easily last a week and cause nuisance for the neighbors and family. If you live in an apartment it is even tougher and more inconvenient. A standard reglazing job will cost you anything between $500-$1000 while replacing means belting out at least a couple of thousand dollars.

Refinishing is a more viable option for heavy, antique and metallic tubs.  Other ceramic, porcelain tubs too can be restored to their original shine with reglazing. It is a stepwise process which needs prepping the bathtub before the actual work can be done. Preparation involves thoroughly cleaning and scrubbing the tub surface for soap scum and stains. Post cleaning cracks or crevices are cleaned and filled with epoxy resin material, worn out portions and scratches are scrubbed with sand paper to remove dirt and give the tub a smooth finish. Next, chemicals are used to deglaze the tub and remove the previous coat and the new topcoat is applied. 

Once this is done, the tub is left to dry for a minimum of 24 hours. Drying is affected by humidity and temperature and it is absolutely vital to not use the tub before it is completely dry. If this is not done right the topcoat surface starts to peel off. Qualified and professional workmen who know how to handle toxic chemicals wear all the necessary protective gear like suit, gloves, mask etc. If required, duct outlets to remove hazardous fumes are also set up. It is also advised to hire a professional tub reglazing service to avoid any accident with the dangerous chemicals used in the process.

A decent reglazing job will easily last for 7-10 years without any hiccups. It is resourceful, economical and does the job quickly and with much less hassle. Moreover, you get your bathtub ready to use in just a day. There is no better, cheaper and faster way to get yourself an almost-new bathtub.