In Arlington Heights (Pittsburgh), the Pittsburgh technician we send repairs, sprays and caulks your tub where it stands.
One number reaches the technician who would hold the gun. The figure comes on the call, not after a visit.
(866) 951-0558The voice on the line belongs to the trade, not to a switchboard reading a script. Two minutes of plain description are enough to price a standard tub.
Maybe you cringe every single time you step into your daily shower because the surface beneath your feet looks dingy, stained, and hopelessly outdated. Fortunately, you do not have to spend a fortune on a massive remodeling project to fix this annoying issue. Our local crew specializing in surface refinishing can make your existing tub look incredibly shiny and pristine again in just a single afternoon.
Imagine avoiding the dusty mess of demolition while still getting that fresh, clean feeling of a brand new fixture. This smart alternative saves you thousands of dollars compared to tearing out old plumbing and drywall. By choosing to restore rather than replace, you keep hard earned money in your wallet while upgrading your home hygiene.
Naturally, we want to make this decision as easy as possible for you today. That is why we offer a completely free estimate where we come right to your doorstep to evaluate your specific setup. Contact us now to grab your no-obligation quote and take the first step toward a beautiful washroom.
First of all, let us talk about what actually happens during this specialized renewal process. Many people assume they need a sledgehammer to get rid of ugly stains or outdated colors from the seventies. Instead of that headache, we apply a high-tech synthetic porcelain coating directly over your existing cast iron or steel fixture.
First, we meticulously clean the area using industrial-strength prep agents to strip away decades of soap scum and hard water deposits. Next, we repair any unsightly chips or deep scratches with a specialized waterproof filler. Finally, we spray a premium, durable topcoat that chemically bonds to the original structure, leaving a glossy finish that looks identical to brand new clay or acrylic.
This means you get a gorgeous, easy-to-clean wash basin without the weeks of construction noise. On top of that, the entire process takes less than a day to complete. Here is a quick look at how the main options stack up for your home:
| Project Factor | Full Replacement | Our Renewal Service |
|---|---|---|
| Average Cost | Very High (Thousands) | Very Affordable |
| Time Required | One to two weeks | Four to eight hours |
| Mess & Dust | Extremely high | Virtually none |
| Lifespan | Decades | Ten to fifteen years |
Since we live and work right here in the western part of the Keystone State, we understand the unique character of local homes. Many residences in this charming hilltop neighborhood overlooking the river feature beautiful, historic craftsmanship. Our skilled technicians know exactly how to handle old clawfoot tubs and vintage alcove units without damaging your plaster walls.
Indeed, preserving these heavy duty, classic cast iron fixtures is almost always better than buying cheap modern plastic replacements. Older units retain heat much longer, which gives you a far superior soaking experience on cold winter nights. By restoring the worn outer layer, you keep the historical charm of your property intact while enjoying modern cleanliness.
Which means you get the best of both worlds without any of the typical renovation stress. We treat every home with the utmost respect, sealing off the workspace and using heavy-duty exhaust fans to keep odors out of your living room. You can trust our friendly, down-to-earth crew to get the job done right the first time.
To be honest, the environmental aspect of this service is something we are really proud of. Throwing a giant, heavy piece of cast iron into a landfill is a terrible waste of resources. By opting for a professional enamel resurfacing instead, you reduce waste and promote sustainability in our community.
Additionally, the new non-porous finish prevents mold and mildew from taking root in old cracks. This makes your weekly cleaning routine incredibly simple because dirt washes right down the drain with basic soap. You will never have to scrub with harsh, toxic abrasives ever again.
Now, you might be wondering about the actual steps we take when we arrive at your house. We start by masking off your tiles, walls, and vanity to ensure absolutely no overspray lands where it should not. Then, we set up our ventilation system to pull any fumes safely out of the nearest window.
After that, we apply a specialized bonding agent that acts like superglue between the old surface and the new liquid acrylic. We use professional spray equipment to apply multiple thin, even layers of our high-gloss topcoat. This meticulous technique ensures a smooth, mirror-like finish without any unsightly runs or brush marks.
Once we finish spraying, the new surface needs about twenty-four hours to cure fully. After that brief waiting period, you can peel off the tape and enjoy a long, relaxing bath in your transformed space. It really is that simple and straightforward.
To keep your glossy finish looking spectacular for years to come, you just need to follow a few basic guidelines. Always avoid abrasive powders or scrubby pads that can dull the shiny protective topcoat over time. Instead, stick to gentle liquid cleaners and soft microfiber cloths for your weekly wipe down.
Similarly, try not to leave wet bottles of shampoo or heavy toys sitting on the rim for extended periods. Simple care habits like these will keep your restored basin looking brand new for up to fifteen years. We always provide a detailed care sheet after we finish our work so you know exactly how to protect your investment.
Perhaps you are worried that professional restoration might still be outside your current budget. We are happy to tell you that we keep our rates highly competitive to help our neighbors improve their homes affordably. We provide transparent, honest pricing with absolutely no hidden fees or surprise upcharges.
This is why we offer completely free, no-pressure consultations to help you make the best decision for your household. We will take a look at your worn out wash basin, explain your options, and give you an exact price on the spot. You have absolutely nothing to lose by giving us a call and exploring what is possible.
So, why spend another day staring at an ugly, stained washroom? Let our friendly local experts bring back the shine and cleanliness you deserve. Contact us today to schedule your free home estimate and let us transform your space together!
Three quiet stages carry the whole result. They are also the ones nobody sees in the after photo.
Stage 1 of 3
A reglaze fails or lasts on what happens before the gun comes out. The old surface gets scrubbed of soap film and silicone, etched or primed so the new material has something to grip, then wet sanded until it feels like fine paper. Skip any of that and the prettiest coat in the world lets go within a year, which is exactly the story most peeling tubs tell us.
Stage 2 of 3
Chips, rust blooms and worn drain rings are ground back to sound material and rebuilt with polyester filler, then sanded flush until a fingertip cannot find the spot. Coating over damage only photographs well on day one; a repair you cannot feel is what keeps the finish honest for years.
Stage 3 of 3
The topcoat goes on in fine sprayed passes with an extractor pulling air out the window the whole time. Sprayed layers flow together into one even skin, which is why the result reads as gloss rather than as paint. Brushes and rollers leave the texture that gives cheap refinishing its reputation.
Three real ways out of a worn tub. We only do the first one, so the other two columns are simply what we would tell a friend.
| The question | Reglazing in place | Acrylic liner | Full replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| What a standard tub costs | $350 to $800 | $1,600 to $4,000 | $3,000 to $10,000 once walls and plumbing join in |
| Bathroom out of action | One day, then the cure | Weeks of lead time, then a fitting day | One to two weeks of trades |
| Demolition involved | None at all | None, but the old tub is sealed inside | Walls opened, floor patched, debris hauled |
| Honest life expectancy | Five years and up when cared for | Long, unless water creeps between the shells | Decades |
| Watch out for | Prep shortcuts by cut-rate crews | A spongy feel and hidden moisture | The budget doubling mid-project |
If your tub is cracked through, actively leaking underneath, or you simply want a different fixture, reglazing is the wrong tool, a verdict you will hear on the very first call.
Pass 1
Soap scum, silicone and old wax stripped, then the surface etched or bonded so the coating can bite.
Pass 2
Every ding ground out, filled and sanded flush. The repairs disappear under the coating instead of through it.
Pass 3
Tile, faucet, floor and glass papered off. Overspray lands on masking paper, never on grout or chrome.
Pass 4
Primer, then gloss coats laid on in thin passes until the surface reads as one poured skin.
Pass 5
The finish hardens on its own clock, 24 to 48 hours. We tape the door and leave the tub in peace.
Pass 6
Old caulk goes out with the old finish. A new mildew-resistant bead seals tub to tile on the way out.
A reglazed tub is your old tub wearing a professional coating. That is a fine thing to be, as long as everyone knows it going in.
A sprayed acrylic urethane skin, bonded to prepared porcelain, steel or fiberglass. It is smooth, glossy, warm to the touch and fully waterproof. Done properly it gives five years and more of daily service, and plenty of our tubs sail well past that with nothing but gentle cleaning.
It is not factory enamel fired onto iron at kiln temperatures, and no honest refinisher will tell you otherwise. It can be scratched by grit, dulled by harsh powders and lifted by standing water in a spot where caulk has failed. It is a durable coating, not a new tub, and it is priced like one.
Two minutes
ZIP, what the tub is made of, what bothers you about it. Said out loud it goes faster than typing, and a photo can follow later if the case is odd.
The same call
The technician who would do the work asks his questions and names a firm figure for a standard job, then confirms it in writing before any van is booked.
You set the date
One van, one technician, drop cloths from the front door to the bathroom. Water off for nothing; only the tub is out of service.
Most of that day
Damage filled and sanded, the room masked, extractor running, then the primer and gloss coats go on in thin, even passes.
24 to 48 hours
The finish hardens untouched, the new caulk bead goes in, and you run the first bath knowing exactly what was done and what to expect of it.
| What we quote | Typical range | Reading the number |
|---|---|---|
| Standard bathtub, reglazed complete | $350 - $800 | Clean, etch, repairs, sprayed gloss and fresh caulk. |
| Chip or rust repair alone | $150 - $300 | When the finish is sound and only one wound needs closing. |
| Clawfoot tub, inside and out | $700 - $1,300 | Two surfaces, more masking, and paint-grade feet if you wish. |
| Shower pan or base | $300 - $550 | Same process on the floor you stand on every morning. |
| Caulk renewal with the job | $90 - $180 | Old bead cut out, mildew-resistant line laid in. |
| Small job minimum | around $250 | The van, the materials and the cure time exist even for tiny work. |
Heavy previous coatings that must be stripped, unusual colors and badly pitted iron push a job toward the top of its bracket. The written price reaches you before the van is even loaded, and it holds.
Ventilation is not a courtesy, it is part of the job. The extractor runs from the first solvent wipe to the last sprayed pass, pulling air out the window instead of through your hallway, and the technician wears supplied air even when the household has gone out for the day. By the evening the bathroom smells like a bathroom again.
The materials are the professional two-part systems made for this trade, mixed fresh on site, never the single-can kits sold next to the paint rollers. It is the difference between a finish that cures into a hard skin and one that stays soft enough to peel at the drain within a season, and it is most of the reason our work carries a written workmanship promise against peeling and loss of adhesion.
And the schedule respects the cure. We tell you in writing when the tub goes back into service, 24 hours for most jobs and 48 for the cautious ones, because handing a family a beautiful surface and letting them ruin it that same night helps nobody. If anything in our workmanship lets go early, the technician comes back and makes it right without a discussion about whose fault the water was.
Strong while spraying, gone surprisingly fast. The extractor vents the room to the outside for the whole job around Arlington Heights (Pittsburgh), so the rest of the home stays livable, and by the next morning the odor has left with the fumes. Pregnant households and bird owners get the frank version of this talk before booking.
Between 24 and 48 hours after the final coat, and the exact time is written on the paperwork you keep. The first bath is not a gamble; it is a date.
Any color. The most common request is retiring an avocado, pink or almond tub to white, and the coating is tinted before it is sprayed, so the new color is in the material rather than painted over it.
Yes. The prep changes, the primer changes, the result reads the same. Fiberglass with soft, flexing spots gets extra reinforcement talk first, because coating a moving floor is how warranties die.
Now the old coating comes fully off, which is honest work we price plainly, and then the job proceeds as if the tub had never been touched. Peeling almost always means the first crew skipped the etch or sprayed over silicone, not that your tub rejects coatings.
Five years is the floor we are comfortable promising out loud, not the ceiling. With soft cleaners, no standing mats and caulk kept sound, these finishes routinely serve a decade. What we refuse to do is whisper twenty and hope you lose our number.
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Somewhere under that worn surface is the tub you chose. One day brings it back.
Call (866) 951-0558