Not everyone knows the problems that rust, limescale and grime can cause – especially when we are talking about a bathtub. In this blog post, we will shed some light into the many problems that nobody wants in their bathroom. We know what you’re going to say: I’m not worried, I can always replace the tub with a brand new one. While this may be true, you should be aware that there is a more elegant solution; one that does not require any kind of construction work. It’s a also a lot cheaper than replacing the bathtub. Read on and find out how you can remove all the rust, grime and limescale from your tub in just a couple of hours with 0 effort.
Problems Caused by Rust, Grime and Limescale
We all know what rust is, or at the very least how it looks like. When it comes to a cast iron tub, rust can be devastating. Why? Because as soon as it starts to eat away at the iron, it’s very difficult to stop. Your bathtub will have a hole in it in no time if you don’t take immediate action to remove the rust. But why does rust appear on tubs in the first place? The main reason why rust can appear on a tub is a damaged glaze. Chips and cracks in the glaze allow water to make contact with the cast iron. Rust will appear almost immediately.
Grime is basically dirt that has managed to become ingrained on the surface of your bathtub. It is almost impossible to fully remove. It also makes your tub look horrible. Dues to this grime, your tub may look brownish or yellowish. It’s definitely not something you want.
When it comes to limescale, we all know that it is a hard chalky deposit. It has the tendency to adhere to the surface of bathtubs and is extremely difficult to remove. While it is not harmful (it consists of calcium carbonate), it is definitely unpleasant to the touch.
Best Way to Solve the Problem
If you are in one of the situations above, you probably want to get rid of the rust, grime or limescale as soon as possible. You surely want your bathroom to look its best, especially if you are expecting guests. Even though you may think about replacing the rub, we have a better option: reglazing. Reglazing, also known as refinishing or resurfacing, is the process of removing the old coating and replacing it with a new layer of glaze that looks and feels just like the original one. Don’t worry, our professional solutions ensure a glaze that is just as strong and shiny as the original.
How Does Reglazing Work?
So, what do we do to your bathtub during the reglazing process? Here are the basic steps our experts take to refinish a bathtub:
- Our expert covers all the fixtures and the area surrounding the tub to make sure the solutions don’t touch anything else.
- The surface of the tub is sanded down or etched using very specific chemicals
- All the rust is removed. The grime and limescale are removed along with the old coating.
- Our expert repairs all the chips, dents and cracks. We want the end result to be exceptional.
- A layer of primer is applied on the entire surface of the tub. This will help the coating layer to adhere perfectly to the surface.
- One or even two layers of coating are applied evenly – with great care – over the entire surface of the tub.
- The tub is left to cure for 7 to 10 days. You must not use it during this time to avoid damaging the new coating.
That’s it! After the coating cures, it forms a shiny glaze just as strong as the original one. In fact, only a resurfacing expert should be able to figure out that your tub has been reglazed. The process prolongs the life of your bathtub by around 10 years. For more information, don’t hesitate to contact our NYC tub reglazing service.
