In Cedarcroft, the Baltimore 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.
Your old tub probably looks pretty rough these days after years of hard use.
Fortunately, our skilled local crew can completely transform that worn out surface in just a single afternoon.
This means you get to skip the massive headache of a full demolition while saving a pile of cash.
Most folks do not realize how easy it is to fix up an ugly bathroom washbasin.
We drive right to your home to inspect the damage and give you a free written estimate.
Which means you can make an informed choice for your home without any pressure or sketchy upfront fees.
Our specialized team loves helping homeowners fall in love with their properties all over again.
Since we live and work nearby, we treat your home with the exact same respect we show to our own families.
Let us explore how this smart upgrade keeps your wallet happy while giving you a fresh, sparkling bathroom.
So what exactly does this magic process look like when we show up at your door?
First, we strip away all the old, failing DIY coatings and deep clean the original cast iron or steel piece.
This critical step removes decades of soap scum, body oils, and stubborn mineral deposits that ruin new finishes.
Next, we repair every single chip, deep scratch, and rusty spot with industrial-grade fillers.
On top of that, we apply a proprietary bonding agent that chemically welds the new coating to the old material.
This ensures your beautiful new finish will actually stay put for years instead of peeling off next month.
Finally, our technicians spray several coats of a high-tech acrylic polymer across the entire structure.
Which leaves you with a deep, glossy luster that mimics brand new porcelain down to the very last detail.
You get a gorgeous, easy-to-clean surface that makes your whole bathroom feel like a luxury spa retreat.
Pulling out an old tub usually requires ripping up your floor tiles and tearing open drywall.
This chaotic mess often turns a simple weekend project into a multi-week construction nightmare.
By choosing our smart restoration process, you avoid the dust, the noise, and the endless parade of expensive subcontractors.
Actually, the financial savings are the most exciting part of this whole deal.
Replacing a bathing fixture can easily run you thousands of dollars once you pay the plumber and tile setter.
Our fast process delivers the exact same visual upgrade for a tiny fraction of that astronomical price tag.
| Feature of the Job | Our Professional Service | Hardware Store DIY Kits |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Preparation | Acid etching and chemical bonding agents | Basic sanding and simple soap wash |
| Application Method | Professional HVLP spray equipment | Messy paint rollers and cheap brushes |
| Expected Lifespan | Up to 10 to 15 years with proper care | Often peels within 3 to 6 months |
| Warranty Protection | Full written guarantee on our labor | No warranty once you open the can |
Cheap retail kits usually fail because they rely on basic epoxy paint that cannot handle constant hot water.
These box-store products lack the specialized chemical primers that allow our topcoats to fuse on a molecular level.
Which is why DIY attempts almost always end up peeling, cracking, and looking worse than before.
Furthermore, our professional ventilation gear keeps your family safe from strong chemical fumes during the application.
We exhaust all the overspray and odors safely out of your nearest window using heavy-duty industrial fans.
This allows you to relax in your living room while we do all the dirty work in the bathroom.
We are incredibly proud to serve the historic homes nestled within the beautiful state of Maryland.
If you live in the northern part of Baltimore in the charming community of Cedarcroft, you know how special these older properties are.
Our team has extensive experience working with the classic, heavy cast-iron fixtures frequently found in these gorgeous residences.
Older homes in this area often feature unique layouts that make replacing large fixtures nearly impossible without destroying doorways.
Our on-site restoration service preserves your original vintage plumbing while giving it a clean, contemporary lease on life.
This helps maintain the historic charm of your home while upgrading its daily usability and overall appeal.
Whether your property is near the quiet, tree-lined streets of Gittings Avenue or closer to the bustling York Road corridor, we are just a quick drive away.
We understand the local architecture and the specific plumbing quirks common to homes built in the early twentieth century.
This local expertise ensures we tackle your project with the right tools and the perfect matching materials every single time.
Once we pack up our tools, keeping your glossy new surface clean is actually incredibly simple.
You only need to wipe it down with a soft sponge and mild, non-abrasive liquid dish soap.
This gentle routine prevents soap scum buildup without scratching the protective topcoat we worked so hard to apply.
However, you must absolutely avoid harsh chemical powders, bleach, and abrasive scrubbing pads.
These rough cleaning agents will slowly dull the high-gloss shine over time and shorten the lifespan of your finish.
Treating your restored basin with a little bit of love keeps it looking brand new for over a decade.
Additionally, we highly recommend fixing any leaky faucets as soon as you notice them.
Constant, dripping water in the exact same spot can eventually wear down even the toughest industrial coatings.
A quick washer replacement on your tap will protect your gorgeous bathroom investment for the long haul.
Now is the perfect time to stop staring at that ugly, stained, or outdated fixture in your home.
Our friendly crew is ready to drive out to your property and provide a completely free, no-obligation written quote.
This clear estimate outline shows you exactly what the job costs with zero hidden fees or surprise upcharges.
We take immense pride in our craftsmanship and always back up our work with a solid warranty.
You can trust our honest, hardworking local technicians to deliver a beautiful finish that stands up to daily family use.
Why wait any longer to get the clean, inviting bathroom you and your family deserve?
Take the first step toward your hassle-free bathroom transformation by reaching out to us today.
We will answer all your questions, look over your project, and help you find the absolute best refinishing solution.
Let us bring the sparkle back to your home with our fast, affordable, and highly durable restoration services!
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 Cedarcroft, 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