The most widely used type of bathtub liner, acrylic is a tough, firm plastic material that is less likely to chip or crack than other substances. Look for a company that’s part of the Professional Bathtub Refinishing Association, and which is well-regarded. In the hot, humid environment of a bathroom, this standing water becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. But if you do, that means once the liner is removed, the original tub underneath will be covered in this disgustingly sticky glue that is nearly impossible to remove, in which case you’ll need to hire a professional to remove it. Keep in mind, when liners are not properly installed, or if the seal breaks during use, water can leak underneath the surface causing mold and mildew to grow.

DIY kits are also available for refinishing a tub, though they generally are less successful than a professional application. Bathtub refinishing using NAPCO products is a budget-friendly way to quickly bring your existing tub to like-new condition. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH).When you decide to go with a full replacement tub, you can choose from all of the colors, styles, patterns, and features without limitations. So it’s really no mystery why the budget driven home-owner would choose a bathtub liner over replacing it during a full or partial bathroom remodel. The tough acrylic shell on our bathtub liners is extremely durable and easily withstands daily wear and tear. Here is a photo taken by our Everglaze tech, Bobby Boonnoi, showing how damaged a tub can get after removing a bathtub liner (photo above).

How long a refinished tub will last hinges on adopting certain habits, like cleaning with non-abrasive cleaners and cleaning often.Miller Home Renovations has been providing quality bathroom remodeling, including tub installations, since 2008.

Go over the tub with denatured alcohol to ensure that it’s perfectly clean and the adhesive will stick.

The outer surface on the bathtub, where chips, water stains and other types of damage occur, is removed. Selain menemukan merek berkualitas tinggi, Anda juga akan mendapatkan banyak diskon jika berbelanja bathtub liners selama obral besar. If tile surrounds are refinished along with the tub, all of the tile is finished, including the grout. g we use is not a paint, but a coating that’s identical to what was placed on the bathtub originally. The water that’s trapped between the tub and liner molds, creating an unhygienic and often smelly bathroom.