Pittsburgh bathtub refinishing or bathtub reglazing is a service that many homeowners are unaware of, but one that can potentially save them thousands of dollars. This is because bathtub refinishing uses your existing bathtub to completely repair and restore your tub to like-new condition – complete with a color change if you’re updating the look and style of your bathroom. And considering that many bathroom remodeling projects require the complete removal of the tub and the resulting structural work this requires, it’s likely that a large number of homeowners will be able to save a great deal of time and money by considering a Pittsburgh bathtub refinishing solution instead.
Even if your beautiful old claw-foot tub has dings, dents, chips or cracks, the refinishing process can repair it to a virtually flawless state. This is done by carefully filling these imperfections with a powerful compound that is then sanded smooth with the rest of the surface. This can be done regardless of the material your tub is constructed from: fiberglass, acrylic, cultured marble or porcelain can all be refinished in this manner.
The next step in the process is to apply a specialized bonding agent across the surface of the tub, to which your new surface will be permanently adhered. Top-quality Pittsburgh bathtub refinishers use a hi-tech piece of equipment that evenly applies a fine finishing spray that contains a tough and long-lasting acrylic coating.
Once the finish spray has been applied, high velocity buffers are used in stages with progressively finer buffing pads. When the surface is glossy and smooth, a polishing machine is then used to bring the new surface to a state of bright intensity and exceptional structural integrity. This last step is the most critical and the one that is most often overlooked or ignored by contractors of questionable quality.
In fact, this bathtub refinishing process is essentially the same process used in the preservation of antique tubs, sinks, commodes and other relics from the past. This means that even very old tubs can be repaired to a stunning state – a compelling enough reason for homeowners who have a distinct need (or desire) for the luxurious 6′ tubs of the past.
Overall, Pittsburgh bathtub reglazing requires far less time, money and resources than replacing your tub with a new one. This is especially true considering that when replacing an old tub entirely, you may also need to replace entire sections of your walls, replace or re-route sections of pipe or wiring, and possibly even have to make repairs or changes to your floor. Refinishing your tub solves all of these issues.
Finally, even professionals have difficulty telling the difference between a new tub and one that has been refinished – especially if the job was done by an expert reglazer/refinisher. And because this process extends the life of your tub for 10 to 15 years and even more, with the thousands of dollars that you could save versus replacing your tub you can afford additional updates to your bathroom or other areas of your home. All you have to do to get started is fill out the form to the right of the screen now for a free, comprehensive estimate and consultation from a professional Pittsburgh bathtub refinishing company.
