Cast iron bathtub refinishing is a very inexpensive way to restore dull, hard to clean, cracked or tired old iron tubs to look like almost new. Your cast iron tub got into its bad shape either because of normal wear and tear over many years or the use of abrasive cleaners and other abusive cleaners.
It is a fact that many people would simply rip out and replace their old bathtubs because of a simple blemish. And for many others, either for sentimental reasons or historical accuracy, they simply cannot get rid of their original fittings in their bathrooms.

Your cast Iron Tub – Replace or refinish

Bathtub refinishing can save you up to 80% of the cost of replacement. When a tub is replaced, there is demolition. Surround tiles and floor are may be damaged and would have to be replaced. A lot of mess and dust are created and the work may take up to two weeks to be completed. Importantly, the final destination for all the old fixtures including the old cast iron tub is the landfill. At the end of days of hectic scheduling and disruptions, the cost of a cast iron tub replacement can run up to $3000.00.

On the hand, bathtub resurfacing, takes only about 4 to 6 hours to be completed and the tub can be used 24 hours after the work is done. The cost of bathtub refinishing is $450 to $600 and the mess made while refinishing a tub is negligible compared to the mess made while replacing a cast iron tub.

Cast Iron Tub Refinishing – Do It Yourself?

Refinishing a cast iron tub is a tedious and lengthy process that should be left to professionals with the proper training, experience, skills and tools. Each year, many homeowners face the embarrassing situation of calling a professional tub refinisher to correct the botched refinishing work that they did.

It is always tempting to look for ways to save money while doing bathroom renovation, but tub re-glazing should be left to professionals. Tub resurfacing is similar to painting a car and takes as much skill and importantly, experience to do a professional job. Be reassured that tub refinishing is not painting. Do not do it yourself.

Cast Iron Tub Refinishing Advantages

• Cost – Tub re-surfacing is cheaper than replacement
• Time – usually completed in about 4 to 6 hours
• No mess
• Many colors available to choose from
• Five year warranty and with proper care and maintenance can last 10 to 15 years.

What would you do about your tub refinishing?

If your are tired of looking at your yucky cast iron tub that is very hard to clean, fill out our cast iron tub refinishing estimate formand we will respond to your request within 24 hours, or you may call any of our offices that is close to you.

Atlanta: 678-592-1018
Chattanooga: 423-355-2746
Huntsville: 423-355-2746
Knoxville: 865-385-0720
Nashville: 615-294-6798

Email us: sales@refinishingstars.com