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property servicesAlmost every manufacturer of a bath tub refinishing product touts the ease of application, with the use of a brush or paint roller. The difference in the final result - between professional bath tub refinishers spraying on the finish and homeowners using a brush or roller is drastic. The professionally-sprayed finish will render breath-taking results; the brushed or rolled-on finish will look novice at best. The occasional homeowner who is somewhat adept at using a sprayer might achieve good results. But overall, hiring a professional is recommended. Easy-to-Follow Steps to Bath Tub or Sink Refinishing Brave homeowners wishing to undertake this type DIY project should follow these steps: * Thoroughly remove all caulk around tub or sink edges. * Very thoroughly clean the bath tub or sink. Many products include 2 stages of cleaning chemicals to assure adequate surface preparation. * Carefully mask areas around the bath tub or sink that are not to be coated. * Remove fixtures and plumbing hardware; mask any remaining hardware not to be coated. * Lightly sand the entire surface of the bath tub or bathroom sink, using a fine grit of 220 to 240. * Vacuum the surface; thoroughly clean and remove any loose particles or sanding dust. * Provide adequate ventilation, preferably using a fan to direct fumes and overspray outside through an open window. * Depending on the product used, the kit might include an acid reducer to etch the surface. This promotes optimum adhesion of the coating. Apply according to manufacturer instructions. * For bath tub chip repair, fill dings, dents, scratches or chips with the resin included in most kits; follow instructions carefully. For more severe or extensive damage, some kits may include fiberglass mesh used with resin for fiberglass bath tub repair. (You may want to seriously consider enlisting a professional for repairing more extensive damage.) * When adequately cured, sand any repairs until smooth, and then thoroughly clean. * Cover and protect cabinets, surfaces, and other bathroom fixtures, toilets, etc., with a drop cloth or by masking. Follow instructions carefully. Apply up to 3 coats of the primer, allowing sufficient time between coats to dry. * Using steady, even strokes of the spray gun, apply 3 to 4 coats of the final finish. Allow ample dry time between each application. Homeowners determined enough to undertake this type project will realize maximum savings. However, even when using professional bath tub refinishers, the project can yield stunning results in a fraction of the time and cost of a complete bathroom renovation. 1. 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