All over Horry 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You look at that outdated tub every single morning and sigh. It has those ugly stains that just will not scrub away no matter how hard you try. Surface refinishing offers you a brilliant way to make that old tub shine like new again without ripping out your walls.
Indeed this smart process saves you thousands of dollars compared to a messy remodel. By choosing to restore the existing fixture you avoid the headache of noisy construction crews and endless dust. This means you get a fresh clean bathroom in just one afternoon.
Now you can easily find out how much this project will cost you by requesting a free quote today. Our friendly team comes right to your door to inspect your setup and give you a detailed estimate. You get total clarity and an honest price with absolutely no pressure or hidden fees.
First we start by thoroughly cleaning the old worn surface to remove decades of soap scum and body oils. This step is super critical because even a tiny speck of grease can ruin the final bond. Which means we use specialized acid-free cleaners that eat right through the stubborn grime.
After that we repair all those annoying chips and deep scratches with a tough waterproof filler. This patch cures quickly so we can sand it completely flat and smooth. You will not be able to feel where the old damage used to be once we finish.
Next we apply a high-tech bonding agent that acts like a chemical anchor for the new coating. This secret sauce chemically fuses the old porcelain with our premium topcoat. Because of this step your new finish will not peel or bubble up when you take hot showers.
| Project Step | What We Do | Benefit to You |
|---|---|---|
| Deep Clean | Strip old oils and soap residue | Ensures the new finish sticks forever |
| Surface Repair | Fill in cracks and rust spots | Creates a perfectly smooth touch |
| Bonding Agent | Apply chemical fusion primer | Prevents peeling and bubbling |
| Topcoat Application | Spray multiple coats of high-gloss acrylic | Delivers a brilliant shine like new |
Finally we spray several thin coats of a specialized high-performance acrylic polyurethane gloss over the entire area. This material mimics the original look of glass-fused clay but dries much faster. Then we let it cure so you can enjoy a bright sparkling basin that looks brand new.
Many homeowners in this beautiful coastal region struggle with harsh mineral buildup from the local water. This gritty residue ruins the glossy appearance of acrylic and cast-iron fixtures alike. Fortunately our restoration service seals the surface so water slides off easily instead of leaving stains.
If you live in this part of South Carolina you know how fast humidity can make bathroom mold grow. Old porous surfaces with tiny cracks are the perfect breeding ground for these nasty spores. By applying a fresh non-porous seal you stop mold from taking over your bathing space.
We serve families all across the county including those living in zip codes like 29526, 29577, and 29588. With a local population of over 351,000 residents this area is growing fast and home values are rising. Protecting your property investment with a smart cost-effective update is just good common sense.
Since the median household income here is around $54,000 keeping home maintenance affordable is super important for everyone. You do not need to blow your entire savings account on a full bathroom gut job. This quick cosmetic upgrade gives you the exact same visual result for a fraction of the price.
Maybe you have an old clawfoot heirloom that has rusted around the drain and looks terrible. Our specialized rust-inhibiting primers stop oxidation dead in its tracks before we seal it up. This ensures your beautiful vintage piece stays solid and gorgeous for many more decades.
Perhaps someone previously tried a cheap DIY spray kit on your fixture and it is now peeling off in sheets. This is actually a very common issue we see when folks try to save a buck with cheap hardware store paint. We can strip that failed coating off completely and do the job right with commercial-grade tools.
On top of that we can update those ugly outdated color schemes from the nineteen-seventies. If you are tired of looking at avocado green or dusty rose we can transform it into a clean modern white. This simple change instantly brightens up your entire room and makes it feel twice as big.
This lets you enjoy a clean fresh feeling every time you step into your shower. You will actually want to soak and unwind after a long hard day at work. No more cringing at ugly stains or worrying about what guests think when they use your restroom.
To be totally fair with you this process does involve some strong odors during the actual application. We use heavy-duty ventilation fans to blow the fumes out of your window while we work. However you will probably want to leave the house for a few hours until the smell dissipates.
Also you must treat the new finish with a little bit of care to make it last. You cannot use abrasive cleaners like steel wool or gritty scrubbing powders on the restored surface. Switching to mild dish soap or gentle liquid cleaners will keep that shine looking brilliant for up to fifteen years.
While this is an incredibly durable solution it is not a structural fix for cracked fiberglass bottoms. If your fiberglass basin flexes or creaks when you stand in it we must install a support inlay first. We always check for these issues during our initial inspection so there are no surprises for you.
Now is the perfect time to take action and finally get the bathroom you deserve. You do not have to live with a dull stained washbasin for another single day. Let us do the hard dirty work while you sit back and relax.
Which means you should reach out to us right now to book your free in-home estimate. Our friendly local technicians will walk you through the options and give you a written quote on the spot. We make the entire experience simple easy and completely stress-free for you.
Simply give us a shout to schedule your visit. We love helping our neighbors across Horry County fall in love with their homes all over again. Let us bring that old tired fixture back to life today!
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