A dull or chipped tub in Wade Hampton 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.
Your old tub probably looks like it survived a war. Between the faded colors and those stubborn stains that refuse to budge no matter how hard you scrub, it is just plain depressing. Fortunately, you do not have to spend a fortune on a massive remodel to fix this headache.
By choosing to restore the glossy finish of your existing tub, you save thousands of dollars. This smart process breathes fresh life into tired, worn-out surfaces right in your home. It is fast, clean, and surprisingly affordable for any homeowner.
If you want to transform your space today, we are ready to help. You can easily request a free estimate from our local team to get started. Let us take a look at how this magic happens.
Many folks mistake this specialized process for a simple coat of paint. Actually, it is a highly technical chemical bonding procedure. We chemically fuse a durable new liquid acrylic coating onto your old cast iron or fiberglass structure.
This means you get a shiny, smooth finish that looks identical to a brand new fixture. On top of that, the entire process takes only a few hours instead of weeks of construction. You avoid the dusty mess of ripping out walls and plumbing.
To help you understand the differences between your options, we created a handy comparison table below.
| Factor | Full Replacement | Professional Surface Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Average Cost | Very High (often $3,000+) | Very Low and Budget-Friendly |
| Time to Complete | Up to a week or more | Finished in a single day |
| Mess and Dust | Extremely high debris | Virtually none left behind |
Now, think about the peace of mind you get from keeping your original, sturdy tub. Older fixtures often boast much better craftsmanship than the cheap plastic ones sold in big-box stores today. Preserving that quality is always a smart move.
Living in this beautiful corner of Greenville County means appreciating both history and smart financial choices. With a local population of 20,925 residents, many houses here feature classic construction from previous decades. These older homes often contain heavy, durable cast iron basins that are worth saving.
Since the median household income here sits around $51,911, finding ways to stretch your home improvement dollar is incredibly important. Spending a massive chunk of your hard-earned savings on a simple bathroom update just does not make sense. Our affordable service helps you keep your money in your pocket while still enjoying a gorgeous home.
Whether you live in ZIP code 29609 or 29615, our team travels directly to your doorstep. This local presence allows us to offer speedy service and personalized care for every single neighborhood. We know the local water quality and how it affects bathroom surfaces over time.
DIY kits from the hardware store usually peel off within a few months because they lack professional-grade bonding agents. Our process utilizes industrial-strength acid etchers and molecular silane couplers. These advanced compounds lock the new topcoat to the original porcelain on a microscopic level.
This high-tech bond ensures your new surface resists chipping, cracking, and peeling for many years. Which means you can clean your bathroom without worrying about ruining your beautiful new finish. It stands up to daily use, warm baths, and soapy water effortlessly.
First, we meticulously clean the old surface to remove decades of soap scum, body oils, and hard water deposits. Next, we repair any deep scratches, chips, or rust spots using specialized waterproof fillers. This prep work creates a perfectly flat, flawless canvas for the final glaze.
After that, we mask off the entire bathroom with protective paper and plastic sheets to shield your walls and vanity. We also set up a powerful exhaust fan to vent any chemical odors safely outside your home. Your safety and peace of mind remain our absolute highest priorities throughout the job.
Once the preparation is complete, we apply the premium topcoat using a specialized HVLP spray system. This spray technique guarantees an incredibly even, factory-smooth finish without any brush marks or runs. You get that glass-like reflection you see in luxury home magazines.
After the application, the new surface requires a curing period of about twenty-four hours to harden completely. Once fully cured, we return to remove the masking tape, clean up our gear, and caulk the edges. You are left with a pristine, sparkling bathroom that is ready for action.
To keep this fresh finish looking spectacular, you simply need to avoid abrasive cleaners. Mild dish soap and a soft sponge will keep it gleaming like new without scratching the protective seal. This easy maintenance routine saves you time and effort during your weekly chores.
We believe in keeping things completely real with our neighbors. While this process is incredible, it is not a permanent fifty-year fix like a brand new cast iron installation. However, it easily lasts ten to fifteen years when you care for it properly.
On the downside, you do have to deal with some strong paint-like odors during the actual application process. Fortunately, our heavy-duty ventilation systems pull most of those fumes right out of the window. The brief smell is a tiny price to pay for saving thousands of dollars.
On the upside, the cost savings are simply undeniable. You also avoid the risk of discovering hidden water damage or mold behind your walls during a demolition. This predictable, straightforward process keeps your weekend stress-free and your budget fully intact.
Do not spend another day staring at an ugly, stained basin that embarrasses you when guests visit. You deserve a clean, inviting space where you can relax and unwind after a long day of work. Our skilled team has the tools and experience to make that happen quickly.
By choosing our local service, you support a business that cares about quality craftsmanship and honest pricing. We take immense pride in helping our neighbors update their homes without the stress of traditional remodeling. Your satisfaction is always our primary goal.
Take the first step toward your dream bathroom right now. Reach out today to request your free estimate and discover how easy it is to fall in love with your home all over again!
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 Wade Hampton, 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