C&C at Home :: What to Know About Reglazing Tile
I’m always amazed at the before and after pictures of a project… And mind you, not all before pictures look like these. We are big proponents of not demoing that which doesn’t need to be demoed, especially tile. My husband doesn’t like to just spend money for fun…it’s got to have purpose. So when it comes to bathrooms that have tile in good shape, but just isn’t pleasing to the eyes, we almost never take it out. Instead, we reglaze it. In this project we reglazed the walls + tub white; the floor is white with speckles thrown in to keep the whole room from looking like a giant white box.
What does reglazing tile mean or involve?
If you’re scratching your head over this, no worries! I’m glad to share what goes into reglazing. Your professional glazer will use chemicals to thoroughly clean all the tiles and grouting before applying the glaze. I highly recommend hiring someone to do this while you are away for a few days because the smells can be difficult to bear. Once the tiles are cleaned he will tape off the area that is being glazed and then will apply the enamel. This opaque spray will completely transform the look of your bathroom in a manner of hours.
How much does reglazing cost?
Depending on what you are reglazing determines the cost. Your project could be as small as a bathtub and surround, to include tiled walls and flooring. Paying a professional to glaze any part of your bathroom could range from $1,200 to $2,500. As I encourage you with all your home projects, gather at least two quotes before hiring someone to complete the task.
How long does reglazing last?
Depending on the products used {and if you do it yourself}, and how you care for it, the low end of longevity is just a few years. But if you have a professional do this for you, or you use the top of the line products and take good care of your ‘new’ bathroom, it can last 10-15 years. By that point, you may have saved enough money, changed your mind a time or two about tile and are ready to take the big splurge on a complete bathroom re-do.
What Colors can be Used?
The sky is the limit when it comes to color options, especially with a professional. As I stated earlier in this post, we almost exclusively use white for the tub and surround. For the walls we use white as well, and often throw in a gray/black speckle on the floor to break it up a little. Talk with your contractor about the options he has available before signing a contract.
Let me know if you have any questions about reglazing!
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