Refinishing Process

Operation Procedure:
Just like any operation procedure, proper preparation is essential to achieving the desired results.

  • We remove the old caulking and thoroughly clean off any residue.
  • We mask or remove plumbing hardware.
  • We thoroughly clean, sand, etch and prepare the surface of soap scum, calcium deposits, rust, or other contaminants.
  • Any pre-existing damages or rust is repaired (additional charges apply)
  • We thoroughly mask and cover surrounding surfaces to protect them from overspray.
  • We power ventilate the area to establish a dust free refinishing environment.
  • We apply two coats of specialized primer to insure proper top coat adhesion
  • We apply three coats of two part epoxy / catalyst High Solid Aliphatic Acrylic Urethane Colored Coating.
  • Finish Coatings are applied using a HVLP 3 Stage Turbine Spray Application System.

Before we operate (Pre-Op) you (the customer) will need to do certain things:
  • Take down shower curtains, all nicknacks, shampoo caddies, remove toys, bath mat, toiletries, etc from in and around tub area.
  • Make sure that all plumbing drips in tub area are repaired and dry.
  • Grout has been repaired and dry.
  • Old caulking has been removed.
  • Tub and room is clean from dust bunnies, lint, pet and human hair and any other contaminants.
  • If the bathroom has a window to the outdoors, make sure that it opens.
  • All pets are confined in a separate area.
We are trying to create and maintain a sterile environment free from dust or airborne contaminants for the purpose of spray coat refinishing. Customer participation is important to the patient’s condition and recovery.

After the cosmetic surgery is complete (Post-Op) you (the customer) will need to do certain things:

  • LET PATIENT REST - the refinished surface needs to cure for 24 hours before returning to light duty work.
  • NO VISITORS - please keep pets, children and others away from newly refinished surface. It is not fully hardened.
  • NO LIQUIDS - no water, cleaner, soaps, NOTHING for at least 24 hours.
  • NO STRESS - do not stress the finish by placing objects on it until it has cured.
  • BANDAGE REMOVAL - masking tape can be removed the next day by homeowner
  • PATIENTS JEWLRY - reinstall chrome overflow plate and shower hardware the next day. Be Careful, the surface is still healing.
  • NO ROUGH PLAY - keep all heavy, sharp, or rough objects out of tub for several days until it has time to cure.
  • RESTRICTIONS - no rubber bath mats, stick on appliques, or tools, ladders or equipment permitted inside of the tub.
  • FINISH CAULKING - it is the responsibility of the homeowner to complete the finish caulking.
  • NO CAUSTIC BEVERAGES - the use of liquid or granular drain cleaners will damage the refinished surface. Most drain cleaners are caustic acid based products that can be harmful to your tub and your health.
Please let us know in advance if you would like us to return the next day and take care of reinstallation of plumbing hardware and/or caulking. An additional service charge will be applicable.