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samedi 5 décembre 2015

Bathtub Refinishing West Palm Beach

By Marci Nielsen


Bathtub refinishing is also referred to as bathtub reglazing or bathtub resurfacing. It is the process of refreshing surfaces of worn out, damaged bathtubs into new-like condition. The process basically involves repairing damaged parts. Bathtub refinishing West Palm Beach involves repairing of chips or cracks by use of Bondo or other polyester putty. Once repairs are made, the surface is then prepped with acid etching for mechanical adhesion.

This refinishing is made possible by use of do it yourself kits found in various hardware within the city. Nevertheless, professional services can be employed in offering resurfacing services. The kits used will give a form of adhesion that is etching or silane that only relies on adhesion. Failure to use professional spray equipment makes the final product show roller or signs of brush marks.

This refinishing process can pose potential hazard when practiced in an environment that is not controlled. Products with a high degree content of Methylene chloride are used normally as a stripping agent who removes coatings on old equipment. When this product is used in an unventilated setting, it affects normal functioning of the brain resulting to carcinogenic effects and at its worst lead to death.

When selling a house, you should be aware of the crucial areas that could make or break a deal with a prospective buyer. The buyer will be most interested with the kitchen and the bedroom. After these two have been satisfied, then he will consider the condition of the bathroom. In case the tub is dingy, old and difficult to clean, then a replacement is a better option. Before you consider buying a new tub, you must weigh the benefits of getting a new one against refinishing the old one.

Replacing a tub is much easier compared to reglazing one. A replacement will result to a total bathroom makeover in the event that you do not take proper care. In the case that the new tub is totally different in its dimension in relation to the previous one, repair will be advised to compensate the difference.

Resurfacing has proved to be more economical as compared to replacing a tub. Unless you are qualified in construction, then a professional will be needed to do the replacement. In this, you will incur both labor costs as well as disposal cost. This too will need that you transport it to the landfill. This will increase the costs involved.

The costs incurred in resurfacing have a timetable that is much shorter than replacing. Since there exists various details to put in mind while replacing your tub, you are likely to find yourself not able to use it for more than a week. Refinishing will only require about just a day for work and curing prior to your tub being ready for use.

Once you are done with the analysis, you will probably note that resurfacing is much cheaper than replacing. This will save you the cost of buying a new tub. The amount that is saved can be channeled to other development projects.




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