So how do you clean a reglazed or painted bathtub to keep the commercial coating sleek and shiny?
At the same time, you want a cleaning method that will actually work.
Using a liquid non-abrasive solution on a regular basis is usually recommended by most tub refinishers.
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Mosttubrefinishers and tub coating manufacturers also warn against any products containing bleach or ammonia.
The action is simply too powerful for the coating to withstand.
Power washing a reglazed surface could easily lead to peeling or other damage to the coating.
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It would also void the warranty on a professional refinishing job.
Apply the Cleaner
Liberally apply the cleaner of your choice to all surfaces of the tub.
If you’re using dish soap, pour some onto the surface and spread it with a sponge.
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Let the Cleaner Sit
Leave the cleaner in place for about 5 minutes.
This helps to cut through remaining soap residue and oils.
It also gives a disinfectant cleaner time to disinfect.
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(Wiping it off too quickly doesn’t allow the cleaner to disinfect properly.)
Rinse Again
Thoroughly rinse the tub, leaving no traces of cleaner.
Also, any cleaner can damage a tub’s finish if it’s allowed to dry on the surface.
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Dry the Tub
Wipe the tub dry with a soft towel or cloth to remove water droplets.
Then buff the finish to a like-new shine.
After it is cured, it is safe to bathe in the reglazed tub.
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The suction cups could damage the coating and void your warranty.
By cleaning regularly, you’re cleaning just a minimal amount of grime.
Thus, softer methods using non-abrasives work well.
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Stick to astrict cleaning scheduleand non-abrasive cleansers to maintain a reglazed or refinished tub.
There’s no consensus on whether or not to usevinegarto clean a refinished tub.
A reglazed finish on a tub is more of a temporary fix and should not be considered permanent.
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Aprofessional refinishwill usually last longer than a DIYreglazing.
you’re able to typically reglaze a bathtub two times before a new tub ortub lineris necessary.
