Tub Surround Over Existing Tub

Bathtubs themselves can cost a fortune and installing tiles on the wall with all the extra work and money that entails will soon add up and one way to save some money is to opt for a bathtub surround instead.

Tub surround over existing tub.

With over 30 years experience our team of experts will install the bathtub you ve always wanted in as little as one day. Thicker sturdier tub surround panels are usually attached direct to studs. Cleancut step bathtub accessibility kit convert existing tub to step in shower beige size large 4 6 out of 5 stars 67. The classic 400 32 in.

Bathtub liners are custom acrylic inserts that can be easily installed over the top of your existing tub or shower. A bathtub liner and tub surround fit right over the existing tub and walls and don t require you to remove anything except the knobs on the plumbing fixtures. This means you will have to remove the drywall around the tub surround so the lip of the surround panels can be screwed right into the studs. Tub surrounds can sometimes be installed over existing tile but only when conditions are right.

With this type of tub surround drywall or trim pieces will likely have to be added over the lip to cover it up. High gloss resin finish. Quick 24 hour dry time. Book your free consultation today.

After the refinisher has removed the caulk he swathes the tub in hydrofluoric acid a highly toxic agent that not only dissolves what s left of the porcelain glaze but also etches the surface so the new finish will adhere. The first step in reglazing a tub involves masking the surfaces around the tub to protect from overspray and properly venting the bathroom to extract the toxic fumes. You can still use all of the existing plumbing and the whole thing can usually be installed in a day. The old tile area needs to be smaller than the kit and you ll need to build up the surrounding wall.

With sound measurements and professional installation a bathtub liner is a great alternative to a complete remodel giving you the look of a brand new tub or shower for less cost and hassle. By emma sunrise specialty staff fitting out a new bathroom or doing up an old one can be expensive. Replacing a bathtub is a major renovation job. Bathworks diy bathtub tile refinishing kit almond.

3 piece direct to stud tub surround in high gloss white is designed to fit 32 in. This wall set also features 6 corner shelves and 1 center shelf for maximum storage. Why not just replace the bathtub.