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.
