Repairing a Bathtub That Has Already Been Refinished
Bathtub refinishing, often referred to as resurfacing or reglazing, is a good option when porcelain, enamel, or fiberglass tubs are chipped, scratched, or cracked. The process will involve repairing the cracks or holes with polyester putty, then applying a spray or roll-on coating that consists of epoxies, urethanes, polymers, or a hybrid polyester-polyurethane blend. Refinishing can be either done by a professional or by using a DIY reglazing kit when it comes to bathtub repair.
However, the big question is, what do you do when the refinishing job, which looked so good, starts to become worn or damaged a few years down the line? Although this often what happens with a DIY job, even the best refinishing will eventually become worn and damaged. The problem that often arises is flaking, as the surface glazing starts to slough off, leaving you with a bathtub that is no better than it was before it was refinished.
Refinish Again
Bathtub refinishing is basically painting the tub, although is it painting that is done with a specialized coating. Your bathtub can be painted again, but there is a limitation to refinishing a second time, which is the underlying coat of refinishing is not the best surface for the new coat to adhere to. In order to be successful, the bathtub surface will need to even more careful prep work, and any flakes, dings, or nicks must be repaired before the second coat can be applied.
Such repeated refinishing applications sadly are not indefinite. As refinishing is regarded as a temporary fix under the best of circumstances, and two refinishing coatings are the most that you will ever have.
If you want details about our bathtub repair services, then please do not hesitate to call R Davis Bathtub Refinishing today at this number (925) 233-6440 if you live in or around the Walnut Creek, CA area.