Bathtubs can last for a very long time. Still, damage can happen. Enamel can chip, metal can rust - a tub's age starts to take its toll. Replacing a bathtub can be a costly measure. It can also be a lengthy and involved process. Many people are increasingly refinishing their tubs instead of replacing them, but refinishing is not the answer to every issue. Refinishing a bathtub is excellent when wear and tear have worn a tub's surface but not damaged the structure.
Bathtub RefinishingTo properly refinish a bathtub, the right chemicals are needed. Since chemicals are in use, proper safety gear and procedures are required. Anyone using chemicals to refinish a bathtub should carefully read the instructions and safety guides and follow them strictly.
ChemicalsFor bathtub refinishing, three chemicals are used: polyurethane, epoxy, and acrylic polymers. These chemicals are the most common ways to refinish a bathtub effectively and inexpensively.
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