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What is the most suitable option available to you if you do not want to waste a whole week in replacing your bathtub? Bathtub reglazing takes around four or five hours and restores your worn, ragged old bathtub to a new like condition. Tempting right?

The most important question that hit you after hearing a real tempting proposition is probably whether you will be able to get it done yourself. It will be entirely possible that you may be able to accomplish the task yourself. But it can change fatal when the right precautions are not taken. One thing you need to make note of while reglazing your tub is the safety, as you will have to handle toxic chemicals. You should operate in a well ventilated area as some chemicals emit toxic fumes. Wearing safety gloves is another precaution you can take. If its possible make an effort to protect all of your body.

Now you are armed and prepared to handle the resurfacing tub situation. Clean your tub properly. Make sure you take away the caulk and gasket when you are cleaning the tub. Your bath refinishing kit generally has a variety of chemicals. The first two chemicals are supposed to function as cleaning material. You have to apply the first solution and thoroughly scrub the outer lining. Once you are completed with that apply the second cleaning solution which will make the surface rough and sore.

Next ensure that there’s no oil on the surface within the tub so as to provide grip to the primer. Another option is a solvent that removes any remaining sediment and makes the surface ready for primer. The reducer has to be applied by making use of paper towels. After leaving the solution for thirty minutes or so clean the area using the primer reducer and allow the bath tub to dry. The tub must be rinsed again and again to confirm dryness.

The next phase is to cover the region where tub refinishing are not applied. Those areas must be covered with paper tape. Exercise caution when you are covering those areas with tape. Ensuring a good seal is of cardinal importance. After you have sealed up the rest of the area apply base coat to the tub. In this process ventilation is of utmost importance and should be ensured. Using your respirators is also a great idea for those who have one. Undergo the directions of the manufacturers and mix the primers component accordingly. Spray it in the tub with the help of a spray gun or a similar device.

You are now are almost done refinishing your tub. All you need to do now is color your tub as per your wish. Follow the manufacturers direction while mixing the paint for the topcoat. After the primer has been applied for thirty minutes or so you’re able to apply the topcoat. For applying the topcoat you also may also use a spray gun. After you have applied the topcoat watch for 48-72 hours before using your bathtub. Rather your reglazed bathtub!!