When your bathroom sports an old and worn-out tub, it brings down the aesthetic. Replacing your bathtub is an option, but there are other options that are available to you. In fact, reglazing your tub can breathe life back into your bathroom. Below, we will review some of the pros and cons of choosing to reglaze your bathtub.
Pros of Having Your Tub Reglazed
Restoring your existing tub may seem like more work. After all, wouldn’t just ripping the old one out and adding a new one be simpler? Not always. In fact, replacing your tub can be quite tricky. Reglazing your tub is an excellent option for these reasons:
- Allows you to cover up old, outdated color schemes – you can finally get rid of the old 70s look to your bathroom fixtures
- Affordable – is more cost-effective than replacing the entire tub
- Allows you to keep your existing tub – you do not have to worry about purchasing a new tub. If you want to maintain the look of your current tub, you can
- Time effective – reglazing your tub can be completed sometimes in as little as one day whereas a full tub replacement will take longer than that
Cons of Having Your Tub Reglazed
While the pros sound excellent, it is important to review the cons too. There are a few drawbacks to having your tub reglazed and here they are:
- Wears down over time – you will notice that your tub starts to wear down over time, which means you may need to have the process repeated or your tub replaced
- Cannot use certain cleaners in it – you must be aware of the cleaning agents you use in the tub. Harsh chemicals such as bleach can ruin the glaze
- Doesn’t last as long as a new tub – a brand-new tub is going to outlast a reglazed tub
How is a Bathtub Reglazed?
There are several key steps in the reglazing process and you can expect the professionals you hire to do the following:
- Sand down the surface of your tub
- Fill in any cracks or areas that have been worn down over time
- Add several coats of primer to the tub
- Add the layers of paint
- Buff the tub
Have Your Tub Reglazed Today
If you are thinking about a cost-effective method to upgrade your bathroom, having your tub reglazed is an excellent option. Not only is it affordable, but it can also be done quickly, which is excellent for those who only have a single bathroom in their home. The experts at Long Island Tub Refinishing are proud to be able to assist you in making your bathroom look modern and updated.
As you search for a tub refinishing company in Long Island, remember to check out and view our gallery to see some of the jobs we have completed. Give our team a call today to schedule a consultation for reglazing services.
