What is reglazing a bathtub?
Reglazing an old or damaged bathtub is less expensive than replacing it. The reglazing process, also called refinishing or resurfacing, requires much less time and work.Reglazing ProcessYou must remove all soap scum and clean the bathtub with denatured alcohol. Fill in any chips or scratches with fiberglass putty. Bonding agent is applied to a sanded surface to make sure the acrylic urethane enamel sticks. Spray on several coats of enamel, letting each one dry. The finish should be cured for about an hour with a heat lamp.Project TimeThe reglazing process takes several hours. The bathtub can be used as soon as the surface cures and the reglazer gives it a final polish. The reglazing process does not involve the plumbing, and you won’t have to replace or repair any tiles on the wall or the floor.Cost EstimatesAccording to “This Old House” magazine, professional reglazers usually charge between $350 and $500 for basic reglazing, while a new cast-iron or steel bathtub costs between $1,200
