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Using Acids
In order to get your glaze or finish to stay in place, an acid must be used. The acid eats away the old finish and leaves the surface porous for a new glaze. This not only applies to the bathtub than any other ceramic or porcelain surface. You may have tried it a do it yourself reglazing kit. Often, there is failure because most people do not understand how to use the acids correctly. In fact, improper use of the assets can be a health risk to your family. Not only for the skin but also respiratory health.
Applying A Finish or Glaze
When it comes to porcelain and ceramic, you can say reglaze or refinished. Both words mean the same thing. This is basically a process that is a lot like fingernail polish. Over a fingernail you can apply a topcoat that helps to make the fingernail stronger. Of course, it also makes the fingernail prettier! This is the same process with the reglazing a piece of ceramic or porcelain. Like your fingernail, porcelain and ceramic are porous. A glaze is applied and it makes the bathtub stronger.
Most bathtubs need to be reglazed every five years. The reason for that is due to the chipping that occurs with regular wear and tear. The results, on the other hand, are worth it. This is especially true if you have an antique bathtub. For services like these, give us a call at the Home Center of West Michigan. We will be more than happy to put you in touch with a professional that will ensure you get results.
In order to get your glaze or finish to stay in place, an acid must be used. The acid eats away the old finish and leaves the surface porous for a new glaze. This not only applies to the bathtub than any other ceramic or porcelain surface. You may have tried it a do it yourself reglazing kit. Often, there is failure because most people do not understand how to use the acids correctly. In fact, improper use of the assets can be a health risk to your family. Not only for the skin but also respiratory health.
Applying A Finish or Glaze
When it comes to porcelain and ceramic, you can say reglaze or refinished. Both words mean the same thing. This is basically a process that is a lot like fingernail polish. Over a fingernail you can apply a topcoat that helps to make the fingernail stronger. Of course, it also makes the fingernail prettier! This is the same process with the reglazing a piece of ceramic or porcelain. Like your fingernail, porcelain and ceramic are porous. A glaze is applied and it makes the bathtub stronger.
Most bathtubs need to be reglazed every five years. The reason for that is due to the chipping that occurs with regular wear and tear. The results, on the other hand, are worth it. This is especially true if you have an antique bathtub. For services like these, give us a call at the Home Center of West Michigan. We will be more than happy to put you in touch with a professional that will ensure you get results.