How do I know if my tub is fiberglass or acrylic?

• <div><p>There are a few ways to check whether your tub is fiberglass or acrylic. If your tub is a color other than white, then your tub is likely acrylic (as fiberglass tubs are usually white). Check to see if there is discoloration on the bottom of the tub, because if it’s yellowed, then you can be fairly sure it’s fiberglass.</p><p>Also, fiberglass tubs have thinner edges and are cool to the touch. Acrylic, on the other hand, is either room temperature or warm to the touch.</p></div>

Will a chipped bath leak?

• <div><p>A chipped bathtub could leak over time if you don’t take care of the issue. A tiny chip isn’t a big deal but may eventually grow into a larger crack. As the months go by, the tub’s barrier against moisture becomes weakened, making it prone to leaking. Large chips can also cause the tub to rust and even crack in half.</p></div>

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Q: How long should I wait to use my bathtub after reglazing it?

• <div><p>Most homeowners need to wait at least two days, sometimes three, to use their bathtub following the reglazing process. That&rsquo;s the normal length of time it takes for epoxy resin to cure. There are quick-dry epoxy kits available that cure in 12 hours, though. To ensure that the epoxy dries properly, try to ventilate the bathroom as well as you can. </p></div>

Q: Will a chipped bath leak?

• <div><p>A chipped bathtub could leak over time if you don&rsquo;t take care of the issue. A tiny chip isn&rsquo;t a big deal but may eventually grow into a larger crack. As the months go by, the tub&rsquo;s barrier against moisture becomes weakened, making it prone to leaking. Large chips can also cause the tub to rust and even crack in half.</p></div>

Q: How do you identify rust in your bathtub?

• <div><p>Rust should be pretty easy to identify in your bathtub, as it has a dark red, brownish color, and it sits on the surface of the porcelain. It usually appears around metal fixtures, like under your tub spout or shower head, and you might also find it under metal shaving cream cans or razors that you leave sitting on the tub or a shower shelf.</p></div>

Q: Should I refinish my bathtub or replace it?

• <div><p>The cost of installing a new bathtub is considerably more expensive than refinishing an existing one, so if you&rsquo;re looking to upgrade your tub on a budget, you might be better off refinishing it for now. Additionally, if your tub has only minor damage, refinishing it will make it look new again without the extra demolition and time. </p><p> </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2023
i used apollo cleaning services for a biohazard cleaning at my apartment location — where my tenant had lived there for 4-5 years continuously prior to needing apollo’s services. to begin, i called on a thursday (5/11/23) morning , and apollo seemed very responsive. their employee said that he...
Apollo Professional Cleaning
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Reviewed in May 2023
Our family is very happy with the completion of our privacy deck renovated by Ric Thompson and his crew. Our challenge was the high cost to entirely replace our old deck that was rotting away and required days of self-maintenance each year. Rather than a complete replacement, Ric suggested a...
B&T Home Improvements
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Reviewed in February 2017
Not only was the finished job beyond excellent, prior to the job being completed, Mr. Fritz Sweeney contacted my insurance company and fought on my behalf to get the proper settlement amount for the job to be completed properly. The clean up after the job was complete was nothing short of...
Sweeney Construction
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Reviewed in August 2016
The cleanup was very satisfactory, but as far as the reconstruction or whatever, we were not satisfied. We hired him to do the restoration. I asked one of the person who oversees the job about how long it would take and he said, "Oh we might finish it within 4 to 6 weeks." He said, "We might,"...
Panhandle Cleaning & Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2013
They did excellent! It dropped her heating bill below significantly, they did a great job with this. They had great customer service, and these guys stand above the rest-I have dealt with many Hvac companies!
RUMER LOUDIN INC
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Reviewed in March 2013
I had just moved to the area and the work had to be completed on a timeframe, as my pregnant wife and child were living out of town during the renovation while the house was going to be turned upside-down. From the beginning, Mr. Boram gave us the clear impression that he was doing us a favor...
ROB BORAM CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in October 2012
Called to request an in-home appointment to receive a cost estimate for replacement windows, gutters, and siding. He was late for his appointment by about a half an hour, though to his credit, he did call and let us know he was running late. He arrived, showed us what his company had...
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American Tubs designs and manufactures a complete line of premium quality Walk-In Bathtubs that are ideal for people with Limited Mobility, Seniors, Disabled and people with pain, arthritis, stress and other debilitating conditions.

Bathtub Restoration questions, answered by experts

There are a few ways to check whether your tub is fiberglass or acrylic. If your tub is a color other than white, then your tub is likely acrylic (as fiberglass tubs are usually white). Check to see if there is discoloration on the bottom of the tub, because if it’s yellowed, then you can be fairly sure it’s fiberglass.

Also, fiberglass tubs have thinner edges and are cool to the touch. Acrylic, on the other hand, is either room temperature or warm to the touch.

Most homeowners need to wait at least two days, sometimes three, to use their bathtub following the reglazing process. That’s the normal length of time it takes for epoxy resin to cure. There are quick-dry epoxy kits available that cure in 12 hours, though. To ensure that the epoxy dries properly, try to ventilate the bathroom as well as you can.

A chipped bathtub could leak over time if you don’t take care of the issue. A tiny chip isn’t a big deal but may eventually grow into a larger crack. As the months go by, the tub’s barrier against moisture becomes weakened, making it prone to leaking. Large chips can also cause the tub to rust and even crack in half.

Rust should be pretty easy to identify in your bathtub, as it has a dark red, brownish color, and it sits on the surface of the porcelain. It usually appears around metal fixtures, like under your tub spout or shower head, and you might also find it under metal shaving cream cans or razors that you leave sitting on the tub or a shower shelf.

The cost of installing a new bathtub is considerably more expensive than refinishing an existing one, so if you’re looking to upgrade your tub on a budget, you might be better off refinishing it for now. Additionally, if your tub has only minor damage, refinishing it will make it look new again without the extra demolition and time.

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