There are various technologies that allow you to transform, restore an old bath, this is done by updating the coating. Such a process can be done with your own hands, you just need to decide which method is most suitable. More information on how can be obtained on the portal.
Bathroom restoration techniques
In total, at home, you can restore the bath using one of 3 methods:
– painting with specialized enamel;
- using bulk acrylic;
- insert the acrylic insert.
Households often turn to the first two methods, since the price tag for an acrylic liner hits the wallet quite hard, moreover, this method has a lot of subtleties that require detailed analysis. Also, when installing it yourself, the owner will lose the warranty. Therefore, it is better to contact specialists.
Painting with enamel
This is the most affordable option, but at the same time it is very short-lived. Having resorted to it, you can forget about updating the bath for a maximum of 5 years. The service life itself will depend on the thoroughness of the advance preparation of the bathroom, as well as the quality of the selected enamel.
The painting process is quite complicated. To get a decent result, you need to apply at least 3 layers. Everyone needs to earn extra money, eliminating streaks and sagging, leveling uneven zones. This process takes patience and time. However, for its low cost, this is a good way.
After peeling off the paint, it is removed, the surface is treated and you can proceed to the procedure.
Bulk acrylic
This method is only gaining momentum. A two-component composition is used, it is mixed right before starting work. The price of the set is about fifty dollars (also consider the size of the bath). The durability of this method depends on the quality of the surface, which must first be prepared. There should be no stains or dirt, it should be even and rough. The application of acrylic itself is not difficult, it just needs to be poured in a thin stream from the container. The material itself is leveled on the surface.
Acrylic insert
The advantage of this option is its strength and durability. This method will serve true for about 15 years. However, this duration is not always guaranteed. This method is by no means simple. First of all, because the liners can often be found only in standard sizes.And also they cannot be placed on thin-walled bathtubs made of metal or cast iron for the reason that the metal is too thin and will walk under load. Thus, the liner will simply calve from the base and burst.
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