Easy-to-Follow Steps to Bath Tub or Sink Refinishing
Brave homeowners wishing to undertake this type DIY project should follow
these steps:
- Thoroughly remove all caulk around tub or sink edges.
- Very thoroughly clean the bath tub or sink. Many products include 2
stages of cleaning chemicals to assure adequate surface preparation.
- Carefully mask areas around the bath tub or sink that are not to be
coated.
- Remove fixtures and plumbing hardware; mask any remaining hardware not
to be coated.
- Lightly sand the entire surface of the bath tub or bathroom sink, using
a fine grit of 220 to 240.
- Vacuum the surface; thoroughly clean and remove any loose particles or
sanding dust.
- Provide adequate ventilation, preferably using a fan to direct fumes and
overspray outside through an open window.
- Depending on the product used, the kit might include an acid reducer to
etch the surface. This promotes optimum adhesion of the coating. Apply
according to manufacturer instructions.
- For bath tub chip repair, fill dings, dents, scratches or chips with the
resin included in most kits; follow instructions carefully. For more severe
or extensive damage, some kits may include fiberglass mesh used with resin
for fiberglass bath tub repair. (You may want to seriously consider
enlisting a professional for repairing more extensive damage.)
- When adequately cured, sand any repairs until smooth, and then
thoroughly clean.
- Cover and protect cabinets, surfaces, and other bathroom fixtures,
toilets, etc., with a drop cloth or by masking. Follow instructions
carefully. Apply up to 3 coats of the primer, allowing sufficient time
between coats to dry.
- Using steady, even strokes of the spray gun, apply 3 to 4 coats of the
final finish. Allow ample dry time between each application.
Homeowners determined enough to undertake this type project will realize
maximum savings. However, even when using professional bath tub refinishers, the
project can yield stunning results in a fraction of the time and cost of a
complete bathroom renovation.
Locating a Professional Contractor
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