A dull or chipped tub in Rio Chiquito does not need a demolition crew. It needs one technician, one day and a sprayed finish that shines.
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.
Maybe you look at your worn out tub every morning and sigh because those ugly stains and outdated colors just scream for a serious change.
Actually, ripping out an old cast iron or steel tub can turn into an absolute nightmare that completely destroys your floor tiles and drains your hard earned savings.
Fortunately, we can spray a durable new surface right over your existing fixture and make it look like it just came from the showroom floor.
This budget friendly method saves you thousands of dollars compared to a messy demolition project.
By choosing this smart option, you avoid weeks of dust and noisy contractors running through your home.
We can complete the entire process in just a few hours so you can get back to your normal routine without any major disruptions.
Our friendly local team specializes in restoring these essential bathroom fixtures to their former glory.
Since we want to make this as easy as possible for you, we provide a totally free estimate right at your doorstep.
If you want to see how affordable your dream bathroom can be, just reach out to us today for your custom quote.
First, we meticulously clean the surface using specialized acid free cleaners that strip away decades of soap scum, body oils, and mineral deposits.
Which means we create a perfectly clean slate so the new materials can bond permanently without any risk of peeling later on.
This deep cleaning step is absolutely crucial because even a tiny speck of dust can ruin the final smooth finish.
Next, we repair any deep chips, rust spots, or ugly cracks with a high grade polyester filler that cures in minutes.
Then, we apply a proprietary bonding agent that acts like a chemical anchor between the old porcelain and the new topcoat.
This advanced agent ensures that the fresh layers fuse together on a molecular level for maximum durability.
Finally, we spray several coats of a high tech acrylic urethane resin using a professional spray system.
Consequently, this leaves a brilliant, high gloss finish that looks exactly like brand new factory baked enamel.
You get a gorgeous surface that is incredibly easy to clean and maintains its bright shine for many years to come.
To begin with, let us look at the financial side because saving money is always a huge win for any homeowner.
While a new tub might only cost a few hundred bucks at the big box store, the actual installation, plumbing labor, and tile repair can easily push your total bill past three thousand dollars.
Our specialized refinishing service costs only a small fraction of that price, keeping your hard earned money in your pocket.
On top of that, you save an incredible amount of time.
A standard bathroom remodel can drag on for weeks, leaving you without a pot to pee in, or at least without a place to wash up.
Our process takes less than a single day, meaning you can start using your beautiful, refreshed space again in just twenty four hours.
Additionally, this option is highly eco friendly.
When you choose to restore your fixture instead of throwing it away, you prevent hundreds of pounds of heavy porcelain and cast iron from ending up in our local landfills.
You can feel proud about making a green choice that helps protect our beautiful environment while upgrading your home.
| Feature of the Project | Complete Replacement Option | Our Professional Resurfacing |
|---|---|---|
| Total Project Cost | Very expensive (often $3,000+) | Highly affordable (fraction of cost) |
| Time to Complete | Several days to weeks of mess | Done in less than one day |
| Mess and Dust Level | Extreme demolition debris | Virtually none, fully contained |
| Fixture Lifetime | 15 to 20 years for new tubs | Adds 10 to 15 years of beauty |
Now, look at those numbers and think about what you could do with all that saved cash.
This comparison clearly shows that choosing to restore your fixture is the smartest route for your wallet and your sanity.
Why deal with the massive headaches of a full construction zone when you can get the same beautiful look with zero stress?
On top of saving money, you also preserve the original character of your home.
Many older houses feature heavy duty cast iron tubs that retain heat much better than modern, cheap plastic replacements.
By coating the original fixture, you keep that superior quality while upgrading the look to match modern design trends.
Living up here in Santa Fe County means we experience unique weather patterns and water conditions that can take a toll on plumbing fixtures.
For instance, the local mineral rich water often leaves stubborn orange rust stains and white calcium deposits that are impossible to scrub away with regular household cleaners.
Our durable coatings resist these harsh mineral buildups, making your weekly cleaning chores a total breeze.
We are proud to serve the tiny, beautiful community of Rio Chiquito, New Mexico, USA, where we understand the value of honest, hard work.
With a local population of around 103 residents, we treat every single customer like our close neighbor because you probably are.
Whether you live in the historic adobe homes or newer properties in the area, we know exactly how to handle your specific bathroom needs.
Our team understands the local economic climate where the median household income requires us to make every dollar count.
We work hard to provide a premium service that fits comfortably into your family budget without sacrificing quality.
We serve all local homes within the ZIP codes of this beautiful region, bringing professional grade tools right to your driveway.
First, you must throw away those abrasive scrubbing powders and harsh bleach products.
Because these rough cleaners can scratch the shiny finish over time, making it look dull and allowing dirt to stick more easily.
Instead, simply wipe down the surface with a mild liquid dish soap and a soft microfiber sponge after each use.
This simple care routine keeps the protective shine looking brand new for up to fifteen years.
Which means you spend less time scrubbing on your hands and knees and more time enjoying your life.
Just a quick rinse after your bath is usually all it takes to keep everything sparkling clean.
Also, make sure you fix any leaky faucets as soon as possible.
Continuous dripping water over many months can eventually wear down even the toughest industrial coatings.
Taking care of your plumbing helps protect your investment and keeps your bathroom looking pristine for the long haul.
To start, we never cut corners on prep work because we know that preparation is ninety percent of a successful job.
We use top tier ventilation equipment to draw any fumes out of your home, ensuring your family and pets stay safe and comfortable during the process.
Our friendly technicians always clean up after themselves, leaving your bathroom cleaner than we found it.
Furthermore, we take immense pride in our craftsmanship and stand behind our work with a solid guarantee.
We want you to be completely thrilled with the final result, which is why we explain every step of the process before we begin.
You will get a gorgeous, glossy finish that brings a sense of fresh style to your entire home.
So, are you ready to say goodbye to that ugly, stained old tub?
Please contact us today to request your completely free, no obligation estimate.
Let us transform your bathroom into a beautiful oasis that you can show off to your friends and family with pride.
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 Rio Chiquito, 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.
The technician who picks up when you call works these streets, so the ledger below is home turf rather than trivia.
Somewhere under that worn surface is the tub you chose. One day brings it back.
Call (866) 951-0558