Bathtub Refinishing to Save Money on Bathroom Remodel

Written by Posted On Tuesday, 03 July 2018 10:12
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For homeowners across the United States, one of the most popular ways to make their residences look new again is remodeling areas like the kitchen and bathroom. The bathroom is one of the most popular of all remodeling efforts because it has been shown to bolster the value of the home in significant ways. One of the first places that home buyers go when inspecting a residence to purchase is the bathroom. The condition of the bathrooms will play a major role the decision to purchase the property.

However, remodeling the bathroom and especially replacing items like the bathtub can be expensive, often beyond the budget of many homeowners. Plus, even with the improvements, there is no guarantee that the money spent on purchasing new items will be reflected in the final sale price of the home. So, it’s little wonder that so many homeowners are looking for less expensive ways to make their bathrooms look in like-new condition. One of the most popular is choosing to refinish the bathtub over purchasing a new one.

What is a Bathtub Refinishing?

A refinishing, sometimes called a resurfacing, is when the existing bathtub is given a new surface that creates a like-new appearance. The refinishing costs a fraction of the price compared to buying a new tub and yet it has the same effect as a new purchase.

The refinishing effort starts with the existing bathtub being cleaned to remove as much buildup as possible. Next, any chips or cracks are filled with a polyester putty which hardens after being applied. This will fill in any gaps, cracks, or chips to create a smooth surface. Next, the surface of the tub is prepared for adhesion so that the new surface will stick.

Once the tub is ready, a new surfacing agent is added which will provide a new coat over the old one and create an appearance that is like-new. In fact, the new surface will be resilient to buildup and easy to maintain with proper cleaning.

Benefits

There are several advantages to using bathtub refinishing over purchasing a new tub, especially if the old tub can be easily restored to a like-new condition.

Resilient: The new surface will be easy to clean and maintain when using the proper methods. This means that buildup can be minimized when cleaned regularly which means that the refinishing effort will last for years.

Inexpensive: The most obvious advantage is that the refinishing costs a fraction compared to purchasing a new tub. This works especially well if the existing tub has a classic or attractive design that would be expensive to replace.

Effective: The difference between a new tub and refinished tub to the eyes of potential home buyers is minimal at best. For those who are considering selling their homes, a good bathtub refinishing will have virtually the same effect. This means that you can save money while still improving the look of your bathtub which will create a positive impression on the home buyer.

If you are considering remodeling your bathroom, a bathtub refinishing may be the best, most economical option compared to replacing the bathtub.

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