Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I consider bath or kitchen refinishing rather than replacement?

The two key benefits of choosing refinishing over replacement are obvious: cost and convenience. Normal costs for replacing a bathtub range from $1,500 to $3,000, and typically take one and half to two weeks to complete. Replacement of countertops is even more expensive. Refinishing will save you up to 70% of replacement cost and can usually be completed in just one day.

Furthermore, replacement involves the messy and time-consuming tearing out of the old fixtures as well as steep labor costs. With refinishing, you avoid installation hassles and labor costs, resulting in less disruption to your schedule.

What bathroom and kitchen fixtures as well as surfaces can be refinished?

The EP-Acrylic Refinishing System is highly effective on the following surfaces:

What is the EP-Acrylic “ Refinishing System”?

EP-Acrylic is a high performance acrylic polymer coating specifically designed for refinishing porcelain, fiberglass, Formica and other surfaces. It creates a high-gloss, long lasting, durable finish. EP-Acrylic has been on the market for over ten years, and is the coating of choice for more than 250 refinishers. It is also completely Isocyanate free (chemicals that are know to cause pulmonary disease and cancer) and safer for the environment.

What are ISOCYANATES ?

Isocyanates is a group of chemicals that are known to cause various pulmanary disease and cancer.

How are these EP-ACRYLIC Coatings applied?

The coatings are applied in two parts: base and catalyst. They are best applied with high velocity low pressure ( HVLP) spray equipment. These coatings do not produce the best results when either “rolled” or “sprayed” on through conventional spray equipment.

Will my bath or kitchen fixtures look painted?

Absolutely not! In fact, you will be hard pressed to tell the difference between a new bathtub and a refinished one. Refinishing will make your old, chipped, stained or color-dated fixture look like new again.

How long will refinishing take?

One of the key benefits to refinishing is that it can typically be completed in less than one day. Bathtubs can be used within 24 hours and are fully cured in as little as 48 hours.

How do I clean and maintain my refinished fixture?

To clean your refinished fixture MDL recommends Miracle Cleaner which you can purchase from us at a nominal fee. You can also use any NON-ABRASIVE cleaner like Fantastic or Formula 409. We recommend Miracle Cleaner due to its strong, non-abrasive cleaning properties. It will safely keep your fixture clean without dulling the gloss.

What if my bathtub or countertop is damaged?

MDL can repair small chips, cracks and burn marks during the cleaning and preparation stage of refinishing. An MDL technician will inform you if the damages cannot be repaired prior to refinishing your fixture.

How long will refinishing last?

With proper care and maintenance, your bathroom or kitchen fixture that has been refinished with EP-Acrylic should easily last between ten and fifteen years. Again, we recommend using Miracle Cleaner to maintain your refinished surface, and to extend the durability.