Let’s face it: most people are forced to replace their bathtub after a few years. Most of the time, this is due to rust and grime that simply can’t be removed using traditional methods. In some cases, people want to change the look of their bathroom and the color of the old tub doesn’t fit in. Whatever the reason, replacing a bathtub is an extremely costly endeavor. You should avoid it at all costs. But what can you do if your tub has white splotches or yellow spots all over it? How can you get rid of all the rust and grime? Well, the good news is that you now have an option: re-enameling. Re-enameling is basically a different term for reglazing, refinishing or resurfacing. By reglazing the old tub, you can bring it back to its former glory without having to spend thousands of dollars in the process. And the end result will be breathtaking. Take a look at this tub, for instance:
Struggling With a Rusty Tub?
It goes without saying that you simply can’t have a modern, good-looking bathroom when you have a bathtub like the one you see above. The first thing that probably comes to your mind is replacing the old tub. While this is definitely an option, it is not the cheapest or the most convenient. You will have to pay a ton of money for waste removal and for plumbing work – on top of the cost of the new tub. Also, you will need to go through the hassle of doing construction work in your home.
Simply by re-enameling (or resurfacing) the old bathtub, you can achieve the same result. Reglazing is the process during which the entire surface of your tub is re-enameled. The old layer of coating is removed, along with all the rust and grime and a new layer is applied. The end result is a tub that looks and feels just like a brand new one. So, why would you want to replace the old tub? The cost of refinishing your old tub is much lower than replacing it.
Re-enameling and Its Benefits
There are many benefits when it comes to re-enameling your old bathtub. Here are the most important ones, in our opinion:
- You can save a lot of money simply by choosing to reglaze the old tub instead of replacing it.
- You avoid doing messy construction work in your home (and having to deal with all the resulting dust and debris)
- You protect de environment by not sending the old tub to the landfill.
- You will be able to continue using the bathtub for another 8 years at least.
- You can even change the color of the tub, if you are planning to completely change the look of your bathroom.
Reglazing a bathtub really is the best option at the time of writing this blog post. Many people ask us if the glaze is strong enough to withstand years of wear and tear. Truth be told, the new glaze is sometimes better and stronger than the old one. We can assure you that you will be able to use your tub for many years to come. Our experts use professional-grade solutions and products, so the end result is always exceptionally strong. Also, the new glaze will feel just like the old one. Nobody will be able to tell the difference between your tub and a new one.
Remember the old, rusty tub you’ve seen above? Here is the same tub after our professionals have worked their magic on it:
A Word on DIY Kits
As you can see from the photo above (which is taken by our experts, by the way), the tub looks like new. The masking paper surrounding the tub will be removed, of course. Now, you may think that a do it yourself reglazing kit can save you even more money. Unfortunately, the end result will never look like the one above when using a DIY kit. A professional reglazing solution is what you need if you want to make sure your bathtub will look gorgeous (and withstand years of wear and tear). So what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us and get a free quote from the best bathtub refinishing service in NYC.
