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Compare reglazing a bathtub with installing a bathtub liner.

What's the best solution for bathtub refinishing?

Bathrooms, and, in particular, bathtubs and showers, need refinishing periodically for reasons of both appearance and hygiene. When a porcelain bathtub surface becomes worn, it becomes pitted or porous and allows stains to appear and allows dirt and germs to take hold and build up.

You may consider buying and installing a new bathtub too costly or too much effort at the present time. Your alternatives are therefore:

• 1. Repairing the wear and tear yourself
• 2. Reglazing or re-enameling the bathtub
• 3. Installing a bathtub liner

To try to refinish the bathtub yourself, see this article. On this page, we compare costs and examine the other differences between reglazing and installing bathtub liners.

Cost

If cost is a major factor, reglazing is certainly cheaper than installing a bathtub liner. Reglazing will typically cost two to five hundred dollars. A bathtub liner will cost eight hundred to a thousand dollars fully installed.

Time

Both processes last about a day, but because reglazing often involves the use of strong chemicals you may find the odors linger for a while longer. With bathtub liners, the job is done in a day and there is no mess.

Result

Reglazing will need to be carried out approximately every ten years. Ensure that the work is carried out by experienced professionals offering at least a 5 year warranty.

Liners are much more durable. They are typically made of high-gloss ABS acrylic (the same stuff they use for football helmets) and the finish quality is excellent. Scratches and other blemishes are easily repaired. You can combine the installation of bathtub liners with the installation of custom wall surrounds. The result is full custom bathroom remodel at a fraction of the cost of buying new fittings and retiling.

In conclusion

For the little amount of extra money, installing a liner is probably the better bathtub refinishing option. The installation process is quick and straightforward and the result is a longer-lasting, low maintenance, factory perfect finish.

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