The bathtub can either make or break your bathroom depending on how you maintain it. If your tub is looking dull, make it a summer project to brighten things up! Here are four ways you can update your old bathtub:
Build a beadboard. Make your bathtub look new again by building a beadboard. This quick pick-me-up can make your bathroom appear more like a spa for you to retreat to after a long day. Go for recycled wood and decorative molding if you want to achieve a coastal, rustic feel for the season.
Pick up some paint. The cost of a new cast-iron tub can go over your desired budget, so opt for paint unless you detect some serious damage. For easy cleaning, you’ll want to use either semi-gloss or glossy paint. Then, let your imagination go wild with stencils to design a bold pattern. Feel free to change it up when you want a new look!
Reglaze and restore. Give your bath a facelift by coating the surface with a bonding agent and finishing coat. This reglazing project will work on porcelain, acrylic, and fiberglass tubs - an ideal option if you love the look and style of your old tub, but need to get rid of dirt and stains.
Cover it up with a liner. Liners are an effective way to cover up a dull bathtub. What you’ll need is a heavy-gauge plastic material, which might make your tub appear smaller but will make it shiny again. If you choose to go with a bathtub liner, be wary of getting water trapped in between. The moisture caught behind the liner can cause potential mold and mildew problems. With that being said, call your professional plumber if you need a little assistance.
If a decorative tub or a facelift doesn’t serve your old bathtub justice, contact the experts at Nassau Plumbing & Sewer Rooter! We offer tub repair and installation services to give your bathroom the update it needs. Call us today at 877.713.8136 for emergency services or visit our website for more information.
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Tips for Choosing a New Bathtub
There is a lot more that goes into choosing a new bathtub than you might think! Since today is National Bathtub Day, we're laying it all out right here for you so you can pick a new bathtub worth celebrating in.
Type
You might be looking for simple or you might be looking for extraordinary. Will this tub be used for quickly bathing all of your kids or do you want one for evening and weekends that you can relax in? The four most common types are listed below and they each serve a different purpose. Start here:
Material
You'll also need to decide what you want your tub to be made out of. Acrylic offers a high-gloss look that is commonly used for whirlpools and air tubs while cast iron is more durable and a good choice if your looking for a long-lasting fixture. A complete list of material options are as follows:
Installation
How is your new bathtub going to be mounted? if your replacing an old one this might already be decided for you, however, if you are starting from scratch you'll have more of a choice. The right installation depends on the dimensions of your bathroom and how you want the tub to be framed.
Learn more at Better Homes and Gardens »
At New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter we can rework all of your plumbing when it comes to your bathroom remodeling needs. Call us to install or repair your tub, toilet or sink at 516.874.7937. Visit our website for more information.
Type
You might be looking for simple or you might be looking for extraordinary. Will this tub be used for quickly bathing all of your kids or do you want one for evening and weekends that you can relax in? The four most common types are listed below and they each serve a different purpose. Start here:
- General Purpose
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-In Bathtub
- Whirlpool & Air Tubs
Material
You'll also need to decide what you want your tub to be made out of. Acrylic offers a high-gloss look that is commonly used for whirlpools and air tubs while cast iron is more durable and a good choice if your looking for a long-lasting fixture. A complete list of material options are as follows:
- Acrylic
- Fiberglass Gelcoat
- Composite
- Cultures Marble
- Porcelain on Steel
- Cast Iron
- Wood
Installation
How is your new bathtub going to be mounted? if your replacing an old one this might already be decided for you, however, if you are starting from scratch you'll have more of a choice. The right installation depends on the dimensions of your bathroom and how you want the tub to be framed.
- Alcove
- Platform
- Undermount
- Free Standing
- Corner
Learn more at Better Homes and Gardens »
At New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter we can rework all of your plumbing when it comes to your bathroom remodeling needs. Call us to install or repair your tub, toilet or sink at 516.874.7937. Visit our website for more information.
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