The Bathtub Refinishing Blog

  If your tile is looking old and worn, you may be considering replacing it. However, there is another option that you may not have considered: tile refinishing. Tile refinishing is a process that restores the look and feel of your old tile without the need for a complete replacement. This can save you a significant amount of money, time, and hassle. Here are some of the benefits of tile refinishing: Cost-effective: Tile refinishing is typically much less expensive than replacing your tile. Quick and easy: Refinishing can be done in a matter of days, while replacing tile can take weeks or even months. Minimal disruption: Refinishing does not require any major demolition or construction, so you can still use your bathroom or kitchen while the work is being done. Long-lasting: A properly refinished tile can last for many years. Environmentally friendly: Refinishing uses a water-based finish that is non-toxic and environmentally friendly. If you're considering replacing your tile, you...

  Introduction: When it comes to renovating your home, the bathroom and kitchen often take center stage. While replacing tiles may seem like the only option to achieve a fresh look, there's an alternative that can save you time, money, and hassle: tile refinishing. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of tile refinishing and how it can transform your space into an elegant oasis without the need for expensive tile replacements. Cost Savings: Tile replacement can quickly become a costly endeavor. From the cost of new tiles to labor expenses, the price tag can add up significantly. In contrast, tile refinishing provides an affordable solution that can save you up to 75% compared to replacement costs. By refinishing your existing tiles, you can achieve the same visual impact without breaking the bank. Time Efficiency: Tile replacement is a time-consuming process. It involves removing the old tiles, preparing the surface, and installing the new tiles. This can disrupt your ...

Embarking on a bathroom renovation journey can be an exciting but expensive endeavor. When it comes to replacing a bathtub, the costs can quickly escalate, leaving homeowners in Orlando, Florida, searching for more affordable alternatives. In this blog post, we'll explore the steep expenses associated with bathtub replacement in Orlando and shed light on why bathtub refinishing is the most cost-effective and superior option for achieving a beautiful and updated bathtub without breaking the bank. The Price Tag of Bathtub Replacement in Orlando: Replacing a bathtub involves various costs that can quickly add up, making it a financially daunting project for many homeowners in Orlando. Let's take a closer look at the factors that contribute to the high price of bathtub replacement: Material and Fixture Costs: The cost of the new bathtub itself is a significant expense. High-quality bathtubs, especially those made of materials like cast iron or acrylic, can come with a hefty price t...

BathArt Refinishing , Orlando’s leading bathroom and, kitchen refinishing company was recently attending The AAGO trade show one of our most asked questions is, If a porcelain, cast iron, or fiberglass bathtub is worth refinishing or replacing. The cost-effectiveness of refinishing versus replacement does not even come close, after the cost of tub removal, dumping, and the cost of the new tub itself, as well as installation. This is especially true for " period tubs ", like old claw-foot and cast iron bathtubs. For example, BathArt Refinishing www.bathartrefinishing.com lists $289.00 as their standard price for refinishing a bathtub, whereas vintage-style claw-foot tubs are generally listed in the high $900's to the thousands, and the standard price for replacing and reinstalling a new bathtub is $3,500 in the Central Florida area. The process of refinishing a bathtub is a lot like auto-body work. Uneven or damaged surfaces are etched, then primed, then sp...

BathArt Commercial Bathroom Refinishing Now more than ever, commercial bathtub and tile refinishing has become the quickest and most economical way for hotel and apartment managers to give their guests a modern, clean bathroom within budget. In addition to a cleaner, more modern looking bathroom, housekeeping is quicker and easier when a bathtub has a surface which dirt is not absorbed into the pores. There is no need to remove or replace bathtubs, sinks or vanities when remodeling apartment or hotel bathrooms. Dull, stained, chipped tubs or out-of-date colors are the most common reasons for bathtub or bathroom fixture reglazing. Even chips and scratches can be beautifully repaired – quickly and inexpensively. By choosing bathtub reglazing over replacement with our company you will save up to 80%, you can apply these savings in other areas of your maintenance budget. With our high tech performance bath tub refinishing products we can repair almost any porcelain, fiberglass, ce...

The Secret to Cleaning Grout in Tile Floors Here at BathArt Refinishing we are truly committed to not only saving you money by providing the highest quality service bathtub and tile refinishing has to offer, but we are always looking for ways to save you TIME!!! Yes time is money and in order to save money we need to find ways to save time!  I’m going to let you guys in on a cleaning Secret!!!! The Secret to Cleaning Grout in tile floors….. It took me years to discover how to clean tile floors in a way that was easy and that didn't harm my family, pets and the colored grout. I finally settled on using powdered oxygen bleach. Little did I know that this choice would put me way ahead of the current green movement. Oxygen bleach is nontoxic, doesn't produce harsh fumes, and is color- and fabric-safe. It removes all food and grease stains with no or minimal scrubbing. The oxygen ions attack the stain molecules, breaking them into pieces that rinse away with little effor...