Month: June 2021

You’ve probably heard about bathtub reglazing services. If not, you should read our other blog posts, where you will find not only an in-depth description of the reglazing process, but also the most important benefits of resurfacing your tub, fixtures, tiles, countertops, and cabinets. In simple terms, reglazing a bathtub means removing the old coating (the enamel in most cases) and applying a new coating. The process is more complex, as you can imagine. However, the benefits of resurfacing a tub instead of replacing it are clear: you save a lot of money and protect the environment at the same time.

If you’ve been looking at the reglazing option, you’ve probably noticed that there are some refinishing kits that you can purchase online. They come with detailed instructions on how to reglaze your tub yourself. But are these DIY kits any good? Or do you need to hire a reglazing professional? Let’s find out!

 

Why Reglaze and Not Replace?

First, let’s start with a bit of background information on the topic of resurfacing. Most homeowners still think that the only way to have a modern bathroom is to replace the fixtures and the tiles. While this may have been true a few years back, now you have another option: reglazing. By reglazing the old tub, you will bring it back to life. It will look just like a brand new one and only an expert will be able to tell the difference (only if the resurfacing has been done by a pro). Here are some other reasons why reglazing is far better than replacing:

• Refinishing a tub protects the environment. You no longer have to throw away the old fixture and buy a new one. Also, the agents used during the refinishing process are eco-friendly.
• By resurfacing your bathtub, you avoid all the hassle of replacing it. No more construction work, no more debris, and no more expensive labor.
• You should refinish old porcelain hot tubs because many of them have been shown to contain dangerous levels of lead.
• Refinishing is a lot cheaper than replacing, pure and simple. Just think about how much labor costs these days and then add waste removal and other procedures that have to be completed to replace a bathtub.

 

Do It Yourself Reglazing Kits

There are several DIY tub reglazing kits you can purchase. Some of them are decent, while others simply don’t work as expected. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a decent kit, you won’t have much trouble reglazing your tub. However, you will need to buy some other things, including masking tape, gloves, and perhaps even something that can dry the coating (if your bathroom doesn’t have a window).

In addition to buying these things, you should also arm yourself with patience. This is probably the first time you are attempting to reglaze a tub, so don’t expect things to work like described in the manual. Also, don’t expect the results to be breathtaking. It’s not your fault; it’s just that the agents included in the kit are not professional-grade.

 

Professional Reglazing Services

A bathtub reglazing professional, on the other hand, does not require you to buy anything. Our contractors come fully prepared to handle any job, anywhere in the city. We will mask everything and even remove the grouting around the tub. Also, it’s worth noting that some of the agents used in the reglazing process are dangerous. Our contractors wear full face respirators when dealing with these substances.

Another benefit of working with a professional is the fact that we have access to professional-grade primers, as well as bonding and coating agents. No DIY kit can compare to our solutions. Our contractors are licensed and insured, and they know what they’re doing. This means that the reglazed tub will look like new for up to 8 years. The coating will not peel off and you won’t see any discoloration anywhere on the tub.

 

Should You Hire a Pro?

So, should you hire a professional for your tub reglazing project? If you don’t care about lasting results, you can simply use a DIY kit. You may be able to use the tub for another 12 months if you’re lucky to get a decent kit. If, however, you want a lasting solution (or an anti-slip coating) you should get in touch with us. Our contractors have years of experience reglazing bathtubs, so you can rest assured that we will do a great job. Just take a look at the before and after photos on our website to see the quality of our work.

If you are on the market for reglazing services, you might have heard about the non-slip coating. If you don’t know what reglazing (also called resurfacing or refinishing) is, check out our other blog posts. Simply put, refinishing is the process applied to bathroom fixtures, tiles and countertops to bring them to their original state. This means the surface is coated with an acrylic agent. The process is a bit more complicated than this, however,

During the reglazing process, our experts can apply a non-stick coating. This has many benefits, of course. Let’s discuss what this coating is, why it is useful, what it can be applied to, and how long it will last. Remember, all our work processes and products are environmentally friendly.

 

What Is a Non-Slip Coating?

Reglazing your floor tiles, bathtub and shower stall is not difficult to do. Our company has over 10 years of industry experience, so you can expect to get top notch results. But did you know that we can also help prevent accidents? Simply by applying a non-slip coating to areas that become slippery when wet, we can help you protects your loved ones from slips and falls.

The non-slip coating is a fine grid textured surface that prevents slip and fall accidents. It does not contain any lead and can be cleaned using chemical cleaners (it’s best to avoid bleach or highly aggressive agents though). Remember, this is not a bath mat, so it will be almost invisible to the naked eye.

 

What Can We Apply Non-slip Coating to?

Brooklyn bathtub reglazing company has an experienced team of refinishing experts. We can reglaze any fixture, any countertop, and any tile. In addition, we can quickly apply the non-slip coating to your bathtub, shower stall, or floor tiles. Also, we can coat the hot tub steps. Basically, we can apply the coating anywhere there is a risk of slipping. Surfaces that become slippery when wet are prime candidates.

The non-slip coating does not stain and is not damaged by water. Also, the coating is extremely durable, so you can expect it to last for up to 8 years. You don’t have to worry about scratches, so you can even use a wheelchair without having to worry about scratching the surface. However, this applies only to professional-grade coating and only if it has been applied by a professional.

 

Is It Expensive?

The good news is that applying an anti-slip coating to your bathtub, tiles, shower stall, or hot tub steps is not expensive. It is done during the refinishing process, as the final step. However, the price of the coating depends on the company that is doing the resurfacing. Some companies will charge outrageous prices just because you want to keep your loved ones safe.

Our company offers affordable anti-slip application services. In fact, we have been providing top quality customer service to Brooklyn homeowners for more than a decade. You can rest assured that you will get top quality results when you hire us. And besides, applying the anti-skid coating is not very difficult. After the coating on your tub, shower stall or tiles has cured, we will simply apply the anti-slip coating. That’s it; quick and simple.

 

Will It Peel Off?

Many people don’t realize that reglazing is designed to last for 8 years or more. Our anti-slip coating will not peel off, nor will it discolor. You can clean it just like you would clean the floor tiles or the tub. However, it’s worth noting that the coating is so durable because we use professional-grade agents. Do it yourself kits are usually unable to last more than one or two years without starting to degrade. Keep in mind that as soon as the surface degrades, it becomes slippery again. You want to make sure the coating is in perfect condition for as long as possible to protect yourself and your family from accidents.

 

Disadvantages of DIY Solutions

The main disadvantage of a DIY anti-skid coating is that it is nowhere as durable as our professional solutions. In addition, the coating may not be able to prevent slips, depending on the manufacturer and on who applied the agents. If you want to make sure you get top quality results from the coating, you should hire one of our reglazing experts. After all, it won’t cost you much to add the non-slip coating after the refinishing process is complete. Don’t take any risks and hire an expert to do a proper reglazing job.

Many homeowners and even companies and institutions have asked us how they can change the color of their tiles without spending ridiculous amounts of money on it. You’ve probably heard about bathtub reglazing and its benefits. But did you know that our company can also refinish wall and floor tiles? In addition, we can change the color of the tiles in the process. Let’s see why this is a better option than replacing all the tiles. Also, we will talk a bit about our innovative anti-slip coating and about regrouting.

 

The Cost of Replacing Wall and Floor Tiles

Let’s face it; replacing all the wall and floor tiles in your bathroom and kitchen can cost thousands of dollars. The tiles themselves are relatively expensive, especially if you opt for quality models. However, the labor is even more expensive. Replacing tiles is not something you want to do if you have a better option. It is also not something you want to do if you care about the environment.

If you think replacing tiles has an acceptable cost, don’t forget about the mess caused by all the demolition and construction work. Also, don’t forget the cost of waste removal. Bottom line, replacing all the tiles in your apartment or house can be a pretty expensive and time consuming endeavor.

 

A Better Way: Resurfacing Tiles

If you would like to avoid most of the costs we’ve talked about, you should seriously consider getting an affordable reglazing service. For instance, our company can quickly resurface wall and floor tiles for you and also change their color. There are several benefits to reglazing tiles, such as:

• There is no construction work involved, so you don’t have to worry about debris and waste removal.
• The resurfaced tiles will look just like new ones.
• Refinishing the tiles costs just a fraction of the price of replacing them.
• Resurfacing is an ecological process. You don’t have to send all the old tiles to the landfill.
• Resurfacing prolongs the life of your tiles by 6 to 8 years.
• We can apply an anti-slip coating to prevent accidents (more on this in the next section).

 

Preventing Slip and Fall Accidents

We’ve mentioned an anti-slip coating in the previous section. Basically, this coating has a fine texture that makes slipping almost impossible. Our anti-slip solution works best for areas that are very slippery when wet. For example, we can apply them to the floor tiles in your bathroom. We can also apply the coating to the bathtub. Don’t worry, the coating can be cleaned using regular cleaning solutions (avoid harsh chemicals though) and is also resistant to scratches and water. The coating will not peel off, so you can expect to have an anti-slip surface for years to come.

 

Regrouting the Tiles

We know that you are probably wondering about what happens to the grout when we resurface the wall and floor tiles. The good news is that, in most cases, we don’t need to remove the grout. We can simply spray the primer, bonding and coating agents over the old grouting. In some cases though, we may need to remove certain parts of the grout. Maybe we need to repair some chips in the tiles, or maybe our expert considers that he can’t do a good job with the grout in place.

In any case, our company will regrout your tiles after the reglazing process is finished. However, we need to wait for the coating to cure before we start grouting to make sure we don’t damage the reglazed tiles.

 

Final Considerations

Nowadays, more and more homeowners, companies and institutions turn to resurfacing services. Replacing tiles, fixtures, cabinets and countertops is expensive and requires a lot of time and effort. Reglazing, on the other hand, is fast and relatively inexpensive. You also avoid all the hassle of demolition and construction work. However, the quality of the resurfacing depends on the contractor.

It is very important to work with a reliable team. The experience of the contractor and the quality of the agents used during the refinishing procedure greatly influence the end result. If you want your bathroom or kitchen to look amazing, you need to work with the best reglazing contractors around. Our company has extensive industry experience, as well as a team of the best licensed and insured professionals. Get in touch with us and tell our experts a bit more about your project. Of course, the consultation is free. Rely on us and we will completely transform your bathroom or kitchen in no time!