All over Benewah County, worn bathtubs are resurfaced in place: repairs first, gloss second, fresh caulk on the way out.
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.
You probably stare at that stained, peeling basin in your bathroom every morning wishing it looked brand new again. Replacing those heavy porcelain units costs a fortune and creates a massive mess inside your home.
Luckily, there is a way to make your old tub shine like it just left the factory floor without tearing your walls apart. This process saves you money and gives your space that high-end polish you crave.
Essentially, this specialized trade involves applying a fresh, high-tech coating over your existing fixture to hide chips and discoloration. Think of it as a permanent spa day for your bathroom that leaves everything looking super smooth.
Instead of paying thousands to demo and haul away old cast iron, you keep the structure you already have. This saves you tons of cash while keeping your bathroom layout exactly the way you enjoy it.
Most homeowners realize that the labor costs for demolition often exceed the price of the actual new fixture. By opting for a professional finish, you retain the original quality of your older, deeper tub models.
Furthermore, you avoid the headache of finding new tile to match the space where the old tub used to sit. This keeps your bathroom feeling consistent and avoids those weird gaps that happen during a major renovation.
Working with someone right here in Benewah County, Idaho, means you get a neighbor who cares about your reputation. Since our area has a unique charm, we understand that you want your home to look its best without spending a mountain of cash.
Even though our population density is low, we believe every household deserves a bathroom that feels like a sanctuary. You deserve a space where you can relax without seeing ugly rust rings or dull surfaces staring back at you.
First, the technician arrives to clean the surface thoroughly using special chemicals to strip away years of grime. This step is critical because it ensures the new layer sticks perfectly for years to come.
Next, we mask off the surrounding tiles and floors to protect your home from any stray spray. Then, we apply the specialized, high-bonding primer followed by several coats of a durable, glossy finish.
| Step | What happens | Why it helps you | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preparation | Deep chemical cleaning | Ensures the coating lasts a long time | |
| Masking | Taping off walls and floors | Keeps your home clean during work | |
| Application | Spraying the new surface | Gives a smooth, mirror-like finish | |
| Curing | Letting it harden | Makes the surface usable and tough |
Once the work is done, you wait about twenty-four hours for the chemistry to set into a rock-hard state. This results in a non-porous surface that resists mold and makes cleaning a total breeze.
You will notice that water beads right off the new surface, which stops soap scum from building up too fast. It feels like a fresh start for your room without the chaos of a construction zone.
Almost any material works well with this process, including cast iron, pressed steel, and fiberglass units. Even if you have those vintage clawfoot tubs, this method helps restore them to their former glory.
However, you should check for deep structural cracks or severe rust that has eaten through the metal. If the basin is basically falling apart, a simple surface upgrade might not be enough to fix the structural issue.
When you compare the thousands spent on a total renovation to the cost of a surface refresh, the savings are massive. You get to use that extra money for other home improvements like new lighting or fancy hardware.
Because the work is fast, you do not have to live in a construction site for weeks on end. We usually get the job done in just one or two days, letting you get back to your routine quickly.
To keep the finish looking sharp, you should avoid using harsh abrasive cleaners or steel wool pads. Instead, just wipe it down with a soft cloth and a mild soap to maintain that gorgeous shine.
Think of it like taking care of a car paint job; the better you treat the surface, the longer it stays bright. This simple habit ensures you get years of use out of your updated fixture.
Being located in the beautiful inland northwest means we are used to handling jobs in diverse types of homes. Whether you live in a rural farmstead or a house near the central parts of the county, we come to you.
The median household income varies across this region, so we aim to provide a service that fits different budgets. You do not have to be a millionaire to enjoy a bathroom that looks completely updated and fresh.
You probably want to know exactly what this costs before you commit to anything. We believe in being transparent, so we always offer a free quote to help you plan your budget.
Just reach out and tell us a bit about your current tub size and its condition. We will walk you through the options and give you an honest assessment of what works best for your specific room.
Our philosophy is simple: we do the job right so you tell your friends about us later. There are no hidden fees or weird upsells when you ask for a price estimate.
You deserve to have a bathroom that you are proud to show guests when they visit. Stop dealing with the frustration of a stained tub and let us help you transform your space today.
Many people ask if the fumes are bad, and the answer is that we use heavy-duty ventilation to keep the air safe. You should keep the area well-ventilated, but the smell disappears quickly once the coating cures.
Another common question is how long this lasts, and with proper care, it holds up for many years. It is a fantastic way to extend the life of a perfectly good fixture that just looks tired.
A bright, white basin makes the whole room feel larger and much cleaner. It is one of the easiest ways to increase the appeal of your home if you ever decide to list it for sale.
Even if you are staying put for a long time, the daily satisfaction of a beautiful bathroom is worth every penny. You create a space that feels calm and tidy every time you walk through the door.
You have the power to change your home environment with just one call. Do not let another month go by wishing for a better bathroom when the solution is right here waiting for you.
Reach out now for your free estimate and see how affordable this transformation truly is. We are ready to help you get the bathroom of your dreams without the stress of a full remodel.
Your home is your castle, so treat it with the care it deserves by choosing a high-quality surface renewal. We look forward to working with you and making your bathroom a place you truly love.
Everything we do is designed to give you maximum value and a beautiful result. Let us prove how great your old tub can actually look with the right touch and the right tools.
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, 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.
Zoom for the lay of the land; the link lists further down name every community the van reaches from here.
Somewhere under that worn surface is the tub you chose. One day brings it back.
Call (866) 951-0558