How
much does it cost?
Refinishing a Bathtub usually cost $350, Bathtub and Tile costs
$725, sinks are under $100 and countertops need to be quoted
on. You can always send a digital picture of your project and
I will send a quote as well. We can quote on Countertops as
well as Cabinet doors can be done with our same high gloss refinishing
product.
Will
you caulk my tub or tile?
As a courtesy to our customers, we do caulking free of charge!
However, because this is a courtesy service done in efforts
of providing the most complete job possible and is free to
our customers, we require all subsequent caulking touchups,
etc to be done by our customers. Also, all caulking will stain
and wear through the months and years as well, therefore we
recommend that our customers subsequently replace the caulk
as desired.
Do
I need to clean my tub and/or tile cleaned before I have my
surfaces refinished?
Although we appreciate any preliminary cleaning, we will still
have to re-clean with our special cleaners in order to properly
prepare for the application of our coating.
Should
I remove my overflow valve or any other fixtures in my bathtub/surround?
We will "mask" (cover/protect) areas including the
overflow valve, faucet and drain cap, protecting it from any
finish. Materials used to "mask" can be removed
after the refinishing is complete leaving masked areas undisturbed
during the process. Some overflow’s we will remove but
it is up to the customer to put back on the next day... The
overflow has one or two screws and is simple to do so. Let
us know if putting the overflow back on would be a problem-
You will need a screwdriver.
How long will the refinishing process take?
Generally speaking, tub refinishes may take 2-4 hours. Tub
and tile surround (tiles around tub area only) will take 4-6
hours. This does not include any time to remove any old paint
from a previous refinish if present.
How
many years can i expect to get out of the life of my refinishing
tub and/or tile with proper care?
We give a 5 year Warranty on the product against lifting,
peeling blistering, matters of adhesion. Often we see the
refinishing last up to 10 years.
Will
my tub or tile looked like it was painted?
Absolutely not. Our finish is applied using an HVLP sprayer
and our products looks very smooth and shiny as in the automotive
industry. Our professional products look very similar to automotive
finishes after it has cured. Many customers can not tell the
difference between our finish and a brand new tub!
Can
I use a bath-mat?
No, you can not use a bath-mat on any reglazed surfaces. This
will damage your tub. We do offer our slip-resistant finish
on the bottom on your tub that we can offer as a very good
and popular substitute.
Will
you fix my chips and cracks in my tub or tile?
We will absolutely put our best effort towards patching or
sanding down any visible chips or cracks. Hairline Cracks
in the grout (tile walls) is more difficult to see and fix.
Turning a tile surround from a dark color to white will highlight
these hairline cracks as well. Because our product is spray
on, in most cases it will not bridge the cracks and may not
fill it. We can supply the paint to the customer to go back
in and touch up these areas with a fine hobby paint brush
after our work has a chance to dry. This works well. Let us
know.
Can
I be present in my home and not be disturbed by fumes?
Absolutely. Our product is made for the refinishing industry
in Residential and commercial applications. Most people find
that the smell is minimal outside of the bathroom area. This
is so because we deploy heavy duty blower systems that ventilate
fumes from the homes of customers and often keep any smells
from escaping the work area.
Is
white the only color available?
No. We do carry the Bone colour as well. White seems to be
the choice of color as toilets and sinks now come standard
in White and even Bone colour is often a special order.
How long after my tub and/or tile surround is refinished do
I have to wait before using it?
Please allow 24 hours before using the tub or tile areas reglazed
before using it.
What
should I do to prepare for my refinishing job?
There is not much that we ask for our customers to do. Our
job is very convenient and is virtually effortless for our
customers. You can however, remove loose objects from the
bathroom (or work area), such as tooth brushes, bottles, paintings,
shower curtains, soap and towels, so that they will not be
exposed during the job.
What
are your recommended cleaning agents?
Dawn dishwashing liquid, Orange or citrus cleaner and Simple
Green are three of the most popular cleaning agents that we
recommend. All cleaning agents should be the bleach free versions.
Never use abrasive cleaners such as Ajax or Comet on any refinished
surfaces.
Can
I use a scrubbing pad to clean my tub?
We do not recommend that you use a scrubbing pad. If cleaned
regularly and with a recommended cleaner, there should be
no need use an abrasive pad of any sort.
Is
there an extra charge for removing old paint from a previously
refinished tub?
Yes, there is a charge. Call us for a quote. It takes an extra
hour or even two and is not a pretty job with chemical paint
stripper and razor blade knife.
How
do I know if my surfaces to be refinished have been refinished
previously?
Porcelain, fiberglass and cast iron surfaces do not usually
peel after wear. They will often only dull, stain, rust and/or
become rough, but will not peel. If the tub has peeled than
more than likely it has been refinished before.
I have
a dripping/leaky faucet....Do I need to have it fixed before
the refinishing job?
We would appreciate that you fix the dripping tap before we
do the work as getting water in the tub area while painting
can be annoying to say the least. A dripping faucet will damage
the finish as well and this is not covered in the warranty.
There is a little surface dust stuck in the finish. What
should I do?
Surface dust is very common and almost unavoidable. There
is always dust present in any room. Some comes from the clothes
that we wear, pets, carpet from adjacent rooms, or from outside
air. There will be surface dust that will stick to the finish
as it is curing. This is normal. Whatever you do, do not try
to pick at any, for you may chip the finish. Most surface
dust will simply wash or fall off in time. With normal cleaning
and use, you will see dust begin to fall off on its own and/or
settle into the finish naturally. Do not be alarmed by surface
dust, your surfaces will gradually smooth with time!
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