How to restore an old tub

Whether to restore a damaged old coating bath? Many will answer this question in the negative - because the new always looks more attractive and reliable. But there are those who want to save, or simply save the thing that for many years regularly serves the owners. And if you close the second point of view, this article - just for you. Here we look at some proven ways to restore yourself spoiled cover of the old baths.

Application of the new enamel coating on top of worn-out

Application of a new layer of enamel - a common method of restoration of the old baths, but it does not fit for all occasions.

Technology of applying the new enamel is advisable to apply only when the old surface has not received major damage. For example, the structure of the coating changed slightly and become more rough, ink fade and eyes are nonvanishing catch pockets rust. If the old enamel managed to crack if it exhibits a distinct chips, it is better to choose another method of repair.

If you are interested in the reliability of the method, refer to the opinion of a man who had already put it into practice.

Mityr (Member FORUMHOUSE):

Last year, he painted a bath. Result liked. Nothing complicated. Sanding old enamel grinder with Flap wheels (not to of iron and a top layer removed). Then I cover the new enamel. I painted with a brush (three times). A year has passed - no change, that is not shabby. Accidentally made a scratch on the edge of the bath (when the wash tank, hooked angle). But even there, the damage does not propagate further.

Now more about the technology itself. First unscrew lattice discharge holes and - work. The first phase of the restoration is to prepare the surface. Before starting work the bath should be washed with a solution based on "aggressive" cleaning agent (suitable standard cleaning bath, has a good ability to clean the surface). You can then proceed to the abrasive grinding work. In use special grinding cup as a primary working tool.

During grinding should abandon grinders. It is better to use a drill at low speed. This will prevent damage to the old coating, which can reduce all your efforts to zero.

Grind the surface until, until it becomes smooth and uniform. Then again carefully my face with the same detergent. If the water flows over the surface, without forming droplets, it is a sign that the surface preparation is properly held. If the liquid is grouped into drops, the fat remnants still exist and must be removed again by grinding.

After grinding and washing bath should be filled with hot water and leave as such for 15-20 min. Now it is possible to pour the water bath and wipe dry start coating.

Composition, prepared according to the manufacturer's recommendations, is applied to the surface of the brush. Better use of the flat, with a natural bristle brush. Apply a first layer, starting from the edges of the bath, gradually going down. Finish contrary, is applied from the middle to the edges of the bath.

It is important during application to prevent the appearance on the surface streaks or bubbles. For quality restoration baths need to apply at least two coats. But it is possible and all four - it will only increase the strength of the coating.

The interval between application of the first and second layers - 20 minutes. During this time, the surface has time to dry thoroughly. Complete drying of the finished coating may take a longer time. This depends solely on the chemical composition of a particular agent.

Acrylic insert - technology "in the bath tub"

acrylic liner installation can be classified expensive restoration methods. Acrylic insert perfectly hides all the flaws of the old surface, but it can slightly bend (play) under the weight of its owner. These deflections are allowed, but they can be avoided, just pick the insert size. This method of repair - a good alternative to buying a new bath, if only because that the installation of the new products will entail a lot of problems of building character.

Olya (Participant FORUMHOUSE):

My friend made a sack in his bath and was very pleased. Then all recommended that this method of recovery. I do not know how much this liner, but if you change the bath, you'll have more for removal and installation of pay. Yes, and a lot more hassle. While there are removed the old and install the new one, the bathroom floor can turn.

Before you install an acrylic liner need to release the board from old tiled bath rim (if available) - the insert is mounted on the free side. You can then remove the drain and overflow grille and remove the old harness bath.

The next stage of work - preparation of the base. Only instead of the old grind the enamel, it should do a little bit rough. For this purpose, suitable all the same drill with a special nozzle. After the surface is ready, the bath to be cleaned (with detergent) and then washed thoroughly and dried.

Installation of acrylic liner is quite simple. Adherence to proven technology in this case guarantees the quality and durability of the new coating. The first step is carried out by fitting the insert size bath (via its conveying grinder trimmed edge, as well as edges that may abut the wall or other obstacle).

Having carried out the fit, the liner can be installed in the future place and using a marker to make the layout of holes for drainage and overflow. Using a bit of appropriate size, in the liner doing a marked holes.

So that the water does not leak into the space between the bathroom and the liner at the edges of the holes overflow and located on the old surface of the bath, applied silicone sealant.

Now it is possible to apply a special two-component foam from a low coefficient of expansion. The foam is applied to the upper ledges - all the way around the side and end boards - from the top down on the tub bottom - in length.

On the sides of the bath foam strip should be placed at a distance of 10... 15 cm apart. At the same time strip on the bottom of the foam should be laid almost entirely beside each other. In the standard will take at least two foam cans. Acrylic liner be installed within 10-15 minutes after applying the foam.

Then remove the foam residues spoke outwardly and set siphons and strapping. After mounting the strapping bath should be filled with water. This will ensure a uniform load on the liner and its high-quality shrinkage. Drain water may through the day. This is enough to dry foam and a bath can be used.

To many, this method of restoration seems doubtful. But there is an opinion that explains the reasons for all failures.

Master Sergey (Member FORUMHOUSE):

The liner is made just below the size of the bath, and the gap between the tub and the insert is filled with a two-component foam, joints drain and overflow sealing ring (sanitary silicone). As a result, the liner even then it is very difficult to tear. The main thing - it's quality stuff, plus the hands of masters, and your bathroom for a long time will be a new one. New tubs today are not the same quality as that previously had Kirov (Soviet). They serve a maximum of 3 years (and then, if handled with care).

Restoration baths by acrylic filler (stakrilovaya fill)

This method of restoration of the previous bit cheaper and it allows you to repair the bath, the surface of which there are notable chips and scratches. A wide selection of colors also adds appeal to this method. But there may be some difficulties: with liquid acrylic (stakrilom) difficult to work with a person who has never had anything to do with this material.

Evgeny-80 (Member FORUMHOUSE):

From acrylic liner still decided to abandon in favor of pouring stakrilovoy (cause of failure - the possibility of the formation of voids between the walls / bottom of the bath and liner). Technology is as follows: Master bath cleans, degreases, and then fills the polymeric composition, which hardens within four days. On the fifth day of the bath is carried out to connect to the sewer. The result satisfied (although I understand that the operation until a short time). Bath white beautiful, pouring good grip with the walls. In general, the manufacturing company provides three years warranty. Well, wait and see!

applying technology stakril

• Remove the drain and overflow grille and remove the old harness.
• Prepare the surface. Operation - all the same: grinding, degreasing, rinsing, drying.
• Prepare a solution - liquid acrylic mixed with hardener.
• Apply the product to the restorative surface primed with adhesive tape and the overflow drain hole. The liquid is poured on top of the acrylic bath bead. This allows a solution to freely flow down to form a smooth uniform layer. Fragments of the surface which are not hit stakril, the coating solution by using spatula. For this purpose, any excess solution that has accumulated at the bottom of the tub.
• Once on the walls and on the bottom of the bath formed uniform coating layer having no flaws, open drain and overflow hole - to excess solution drained by repeating all the contours of the bath and forming necessary bias. Only in this case, the water from the bath will go smoothly. In order not to smear the floor under the bath it is recommended to substitute unnecessary dishes.

Set siphons and grids must be no earlier than two days after coating. For complete drying stakril required, usually 3-4 days. Only then restored bath can be used.

You can share your experience bath restoration in the relevant section of our portal. If you are relevant not only to repair the bath, but also the restoration of all bathrooms, read our article about the features of repairing wet areas. And to take a hot bath in the street, set font - our video will tell you how to do it.

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