Updating a home’s bathroom could require a simple task like replacing a toilet or something complex like retrofitting the bath with a walk-in tub. If your bathroom update only requires cosmetic changes, consider starting with proper reglazing of the tub and sink. This simple task by a bathtub reglazing service can renew your tub and sink at a tiny fraction of the cost of replacing them.
Making the Tub, Sink, and Vanity Look New
Professional bathtub reglazing gives the impression of a new sink, tub, and vanity, because the tub reglazing contractors remove stains, resurface the tub or sink, and coat or glaze it. This tub revamp makes it look as if a homeowner purchased a new porcelain tub at the expense of only a few hundred dollars, the cost of reglazing a tub. Compare that with the cost of a new porcelain tub and installation—about $800 to $4,600, according to Home Guide.
Repaint the Bathroom
For a project that most people can do themselves, paint the bathroom. Small bathrooms provide the ideal project for inexperienced homeowners who want a do-it-yourself project. There’s little trim to paint, typically one window and one door.
What to Do if the Tub or Sink Drain Clogs
If your bathtub overflows, that’s a strong indication of a problem with your home’s plumbing. Bathtubs include two drains, one at the bottom, where you insert a stopper to fill the tub with water, and one just beneath the faucet, which ensures the tub can’t overfill. When a tub overflows, it indicates a problem with the top drain.
This top drain problem usually means one of three problems developed. Either the bathtub drain leaks, the drain became blocked, or the piping came loose. Each of these problems requires the services of local plumbers.
To prevent bathtub water damage, you should not use the bathtub until you’ve had a plumber address the bathtub pipe leaking or clogged drain. If the tub still drains properly through the bottom drain, you might be able to use the shower portion until the plumber arrives. Unplug the drain plug and call a plumber to permanently solve the problem.
Clean the bathroom, mopping up the water on the floor before moving on to another task. Standing water on the floor can do more harm, seeping through the tiles and soaking into the subfloor. Most plumbing issues get repaired the same day you report them, so you’ll soon be soaking in your tub again.
For many, a bathtub is a place where a homeowner can lay back and relax after a long day at work. But when a bathtub is damaged, it can make it impossible to relax. Over time, bathtubs can become worn, chipped, scratched, stained, or discolored. Aside from constantly looking dirty, a damaged bathtub can be a breeding ground for harmful germs and organisms such as mold or mildew. There are three methods that can be used to fix your bathtub woes: refinishing, relining, or replacement.
Bathtub Refinish
If your bathtub only has minor cosmetic issues, your best bet is to get your bathtub refinished. Bathtub refinishing or re-enameling is a process that can help your bathtub look brand new by adding a new finishing coat to your tub. Bathtub refinishing only takes about a day, and glazes can come in a variety of colors to match your unique style.
Bathtub Reline
Relining is a relatively new trend that homeowners have invested in to update their old or damaged bathtubs. During the relining process, a company representative will come to your house, measure your tub, and then transmits the information to their company, who will provide the client with a new, customized bathtub liner, which is installed on top of the old tub. Liners typically last longer than a simple refinishing, but some have reported issues with exposure of water to the tub underneath over time.
Bathtub Replacement
If your tub needs constant repairs, or has extensive leaks and cracks, it may be time to consider a new bathtub installation. While this may be the most expensive option, bathtub replacement can save you money in the long run. In addition, buying a new tub gives you access to a variety of different style options for your bathroom. A new bathtub should last a minimum of 25 years, with minor repair and cleaning costs.