If you want a bathroom you can be proud of, you'll want to start by making sure you have a clean, beautiful bathtub. Otherwise, you'll be stuck with a room dragged down by a stained, dirty tub. As time goes on, it will only begin to look worse.

If you're faced with this problem, the solution can sometimes be as easy as giving your bathtub a good scrub with some bleach. But what should you do if you bought an older home, and it has an ancient bathroom that looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years or even decades? You don't have to take the expensive and drastic route of buying a new tub. On the contrary, you might want to consider a bathtub reglazing performed by a professional service.

Ensures Safety

First, before we get into all of the benefits of bathtub reglazing, let's be clear that there are dangers to doing this improperly. You're going to need ventilation to take on this project safely. Rather than doing this yourself, however, it's a wise move to have a knowledgeable professional do it.

Eliminates Contaminants

Before the full bathtub reglazing process is started, the tub itself has to be stripped down. That means that there will be a lot of solvents and cleaners used. This will get rid of a lot of contaminants like mold and dust that you would be dealing with if you were trying to relax in the tub. Once this is done, you won't be breathing in anything that can irritate your eyes, nose, and lungs.

Improves Appearances

After bathtub reglazing, your old problems, such as rust spots and discoloration, will be gone! That unsightly soap ring around the bottom? Gone! Although it may seem like such a simple fixture, having a clean-looking tub can really help brighten up the room. You'll just have to make sure to maintain it after it's finished. If you're diligent each week, you'll save yourself a lot of time and effort in the future.

Relieves Stress

Are you stressed about the state of your tub? Are you worried that you might be judged by people anytime you have company over and they have to use the bathroom? Is it too expensive to get a new tub? Even if you can get a new tub, you're going to have workers around while installation takes place. That lack of privacy can be aggravating!

Save yourself the worry and get started on reglazing your bathtub! It's a great way to make an old, dirty tub look brand-new. Then you can relax in the bathroom with this new coat and not have any big financial concerns associated with a new tub. Plus, soaking in this tub can be a great way to unwind after a long day. That's a win in our book!

Helps the Environment

Your actions often have an effect on the planet. While this may not be an immediately noticeable benefit, you're actually helping the environment by reglazing your tub! That's because you're not having contractors rip out the old tub to throw in a landfill. Instead, you'll be keeping your current bathtub and will have it covered with a new coat. It might not seem like a big deal, but if more people turned the old into new instead of throwing it out, there could be a cumulative effect.

Decreases Workload

Reglazing requires a lot less work than replacing a tub. The contractors you hire aren't likely to just remove it in one piece. Instead, they are likely going to break it up so it's easier for them to move. They may even have to demolish parts of the bathroom to get your tub out. You may be temporarily left without a bathroom sink! When you reglaze your bathtub, however, you'll be faced with much less intensive work and less intrusion.

Common Myths

There are a few myths that people may have heard regarding this process. The first is that reglazing is not long-lasting and that it will peel quickly. One of the few reasons this happens is that the people who've had it done didn't give the new coat time to cure. It usually takes between 24 and 48 hours for this to happen. If someone starts using the tub too soon, then that is going to affect the quality of the coat. If you wait the right amount of time, the coat could last between 15 and 20 years.

People mistakenly think this process can take several days. That's not necessarily true! Don't worry about the job being a huge inconvenience that can make you feel stressed. The whole thing will be over much sooner than you think! Contractors usually only need three to five hours to prep the tub, and then apply the coat. You might have to use another bathtub to shower for a day or two. Maybe it's a good time to stay the night with a friend or family member.

In that same vein, some also think there's a huge clean-up afterward. The contractors you hire will make sure everything is protected before work is started -- you don't want any of the coat on your floor! They will also tell you to make sure the bathroom is well-ventilated while the tub cures. The only thing you might have to do is sweep up some dust later. Any reputable reglazing business will make sure they leave the bathroom as clean as when they first arrived.

Finally, there's the assumption that you'll have to pay as much for this process as a new tub. That's not true! The new tub would cost a lot more, as, according to Bob Vila, a replacement will start at about $750 for the cheapest options. Our bathtub refinishing services, on the other hand, start at $349! If you're on a strict budget, then reglazing can be a much better option for you.

As you can see, there are a lot of reasons why you should think about having your bathtub reglazed. It can benefit you in many different ways, including your mental, physical, and even financial health! Once the process is completed, you'll wonder why you ever considered anything else!

It's not too hard to find a quality company that offers bathtub reglazing services. You can ask around to friends and neighbors or look online for the best results. You may even be able to stop your search here, as you've found the experts for the job! We provide four-hour, same-day coating. If you're looking to reglaze more than just your bathtub, then you'll be pleased to learn that we also do work on tile and sinks! Contact Bath Magic today to get started with a free estimate!