December, 1 2023 Connecticut Reglazing Admin
You have done your research and you have decided that you don’t want the hassle and downtime associated with a tub replacement, so you have opted to go with tub reglazing.
But what will it actually cost you to have your tub refinished?
You have likely heard people tell you that tub reglazing will save you money. Fortunately, they are not lying to you. Tub reglazing services are much cheaper than tub replacement and you will find that the cost is very affordable, even for those who may be working within a strict budget.
Below, we will break down some of the cost information so that you know just how much you can expect to pay to have your tub reglazed in 2023.
Bathtub Reglazing Costs
To have your bathtub refinished, you can expect to pay somewhere between $300 and $600. However, it is possible to pay up to $1,000 depending on the expertise of the technicians and the products being used.
The average price paid to have a tub reglazed sits right around $480. You can expect the cost of materials to run somewhere between $30 on the low end to $150 on the higher end. Labor costs will sit somewhere between $200 and $500.
Factors That Influence the Cost of Your Tub Reglazing Project
As we briefly mentioned, there are some factors that will affect just how much you pay to have your tub reglazed. Some of those factors include:
Expertise of the technicians. Expert technicians will cost you more money than newbies to the field. You can expect better work from the experts and will likely never run into a problem with the work performed. While choosing an inexperienced or new technician on the market will save you money, your tub may not last as long, thus costing you more in the long run.
Quality of the products used. The quality of the product used will influence the cost of the job as well. The better the materials and product, the more it will cost you. Poor-quality products are cheaper, but they often lead to problems such as peeling or failure of the adhesion.
Condition of the tub. Your tub’s condition will influence the price you pay. A tub that needs a lot of prep and repair work will cost more than a tub that does not need anything done to it.
Type of tub you need reglazed. The bigger your tub is, the more it will cost you to refinish. The same goes for the style of tub you have as well. For example, a fiberglass tub will cost more to reglaze than a porcelain tub.
Cost to Reglaze Your Bathtub Based on Its Material
As we mentioned in the cost factors section, the material of your tub will influence the cost of your reglazing project. Some materials are harder to work with than others and will require more work, which makes them more expensive to reglaze.
Below, we will break down some average costs based on your tub’s material, the cost of materials to reglaze the tub, and labor costs. Remember, these are all only estimates and averages. The exact price you pay will depend on your tub.
Porcelain
- Material Cost: $100 to $150
- Labor Cost: $200 to $400
- Final Cost: $300 to $550
Enamel
- Material Cost: $150 to $200
- Labor Cost: $200 to $600
- Final Cost: $350 to $800
Cast Iron
- Material Cost: $100 to $125
- Labor Cost: $200 to $600
- Final Cost: $300 to $725
Fiberglass
- Material Cost: $100 to $200
- Labor Cost: $150 to $800
- Final Cost: $250 to $1,000
Cost to Reglaze Your Bathtub Based on Its Condition
We discussed that the condition of your bathtub will affect the cost to have it reglazed. Fortunately, the tub’s condition is a bit generous so when you think good condition, this does not mean that there is nothing cosmetically wrong with it.
In fact, good condition means there may be some bubbling, flaking, or peeling of the coating. You can expect to pay an average of $275 to reglaze a tub in this condition.
Fair condition refers to a tub that has some dings, nicks, and scratches on the surface. You can expect to pay an average of $450 to reglaze a tub in this condition.
Poor condition refers to a tub that has excessive staining, is dented, and is rusty. You may even have some deeper scratches or chips. A tub in this condition will cost an average of $900 to have reglazed.
Choose Professional Tub Reglazing for Your Bathtub
Refinishing a bathtub will save you time, money, and effort, but sometimes, it can be quite complicated to do on your own. If your tub is in good condition, you may be able to perform the reglazing project as a DIY weekend job. However, if your tub is in fair or poor condition, you definitely want to consider leaving it to the professionals.
At Connecticut Reglazing, our experts have the experience needed to reglaze your tub and leave it looking spectacular. We will breathe new life into your tub in no time and you can use it within just 24 hours. All tub reglazing services are completed on the SAME day.
While we specialize in tub reglazing services, we also offer reglazing services for vanities, cabinets, sinks, toilets, clawfoot tubs, hot tubs, shower stalls, urinals, countertops, and more. Give us a call today to discuss your options and costs.