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Learn Everything You Need to Know Before Deciding on A Bathtub Repair
or Bathtub Replacement By Reviewing This Frugal Home Design Q & A
A bath tub is a wonderful thing to have especially after a very stressful day at work or school, a person can retire and relax in the comfort of their bath tub.
However, after many years of use, age and frequent use takes its toll on that wonderful tub. Stains and cracks will show. While some of these can be remedied easily, others will require help. Here are some common questions and answers that may help you decide if a bathtub repair or replacement is right for you.
Why Repair a Bath Tub When You Can Just Buy a Replacement?
This question is the most frequently asked question by most bath tub users. The average bath tub will cost just around $200 and most can afford it. However, when they consider the cost of the demolition, removal and disposal of the tub, plus plumbing, then add the cost of setting tiles and flooring/carpentry involved, they might have an estimate of about $2000. This cost is too much when a repair will just cost them much less than that.
What is Bath Tub Restoration?
During years of use bath tubs tend to have stains and will probably have scratches here and there. Bath tub restoration includes taking those stains and scratches out. These can be done either by hired help or by yourself. Even though this can be done by untrained people, it is recommended to hire a trained person to do this for your bath tub.
Bath tub restoration involves washing the surface and applying a solvent. It will then be neutralized, etched and sandpapered. Bath tub restoration, when done properly will give your bathroom a new glow, making it look cleaner and brighter.
What is Bath Tub Refinishing?
After bath tub restoration, the final step is refinishing. This is done to make it last longer. Refinishing should be done by trained craftsmen as they use a special chemical called Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane Enamel. This job can be easily finished in a day so you should have your bath tub in less than a day.
What are Bath Tub Liners and Why Should I Think of Using Them?
Bath tub liners are custom-made to fit your bath tub. These liners will make sure that chipping and scratches on your tub is already history. A new bath tub liner is installed directly on top of the original tub. There is no additional cost as the plumbing, flooring and tiles are completely untouched.
Should You Do the Job Yourself or Should You Hire a Specialist?
A specialist will cost you more but repairs on your tub will last longer. Unless you do a very satisfactory job, it is recommended to ask for a specialist’s help as the cost of hiring one is worth than the cost of doing it again and the inconvenience it will bring you.
When Should I Consider Buying a New Tub?
Buying a new bath tub is only recommended when the total cost estimated by the specialist will cost you more than buying and reinstalling a new tub, then go for a new tub.
