Liquid acrylic for the bathroom: restoration of the bathtub (instructions for use + TOP 5 best brands of acrylic)

Bowl preparation stage

Restoring a bathtub using liquid acrylic or any other method begins with inspecting the surface of the bowl.

Steps to prepare the bowl for filling with liquid acrylic:

The surface is washed with a brush using abrasive powder. Traces of rust are removed with special means.
The surface of the bath with grains of powder is processed using sandpaper or a grinding machine.
The bath is rinsed, dried, and degreased.
For the second rinse, fill the bowl up to the top sides with hot water. The liquid drains after 15 minutes.
At the end of the preparatory work, the surface of the bath is dried with special care. It is important not to leave lint on its surface. The quality of the new acrylic restoration layer depends on this.
Detected cracks are filled with putty and it is expected to dry. This area is treated with sandpaper, wiped of debris and degreased.
The siphon is removed, a container is placed under the drain, and the interior items in the room are protected with film.

Preparatory work has been completed.

Types and manufacturers

There are a large number of products on the market that differ in their properties and composition. Manufacturers include various ingredients in their products that affect the color of the coating and its method of application. Typically, an acrylic mixture consists of a base and a hardener, which are mixed before use. The instructions also indicate exactly how to prepare the solution, as well as how to apply it to the plumbing.

Acrylic bathtub surface Source stroy-podskazka.ru

The following types of acrylic are most widespread among users:

Glasscryl. This is the very first product created to restore the surface of bathtubs and other plumbing fixtures. It has a heterogeneous consistency and a special structure that does not respond well to the use of solvents. The mixture comes in a white shade, but it is possible to add another color in the form of a special tint. This type of acrylic is very reliable, it can withstand significant loads without damage. The service life of the surface is several years. Among the disadvantages of the product are not very convenient application, as well as long drying and unpleasant odors during operation.

Acrylic mixture Stacryl Source stacril.com.ua

Bathtub enamel

Enameling a bathtub with liquid acrylic is one of the options for restoring its surface with holes. You can do the work yourself. The enamel contains substances with a pungent odor. You need to work in a respirator and rubber gloves.
Strictly according to the instructions, the enamel is combined with the hardener. Visually the mixture will resemble paint.
The prepared enamel is applied in two layers. The first horizontal layer is applied with strokes. The second time the strokes are applied vertically after 15 minutes. There is no need to wait for the first layer to dry.
The sprayer will simplify the restoration process. Every centimeter is carefully processed.

Important: Particular attention is paid to processing the bottom of the bowl. This is where the chipping of the acrylic surface is most often visible.

The new layer hardens after 7 days. These days, the area around the bathtub is kept clean so that dust particles do not settle on the acrylic that has not yet hardened.

Repair work using two-component enamel has been completed.

Why should you contact us?

Restoration of an old bathtub using enamel by the craftsmen of our company is a combination of a reasonable price for the service and an excellent result. Your bath will look fresh and attractive again, without breaking the bank. The cost of the work is agreed upon in advance, and it will not change upon completion. We draw up an official contract that specifies the terms of the guarantee for the results of the work performed. In the event of a warranty claim, we will carry out repairs and restore coverage completely free of charge.

Enameling a bathtub in Moscow is an extremely affordable procedure that can be easily performed by a qualified craftsman. For a modest price, you get updated plumbing fixtures that are pleasing to the eye and can last a long time if properly cared for. Most clients are satisfied with a bathroom that has been refinished with enamel. We value our reputation and guarantee high-quality work from our experienced specialists. They will bring your bathtub back to life so that it can decorate your home for many years to come.

"Filling with liquid acrylic"

A bowl with a small crack or a small hole can be restored by filling it with liquid acrylic. Its second name is stakryl.

Prepared immediately before application.
The material is odorless.
It hardens gradually, which allows you to do the work slowly.

After it hardens, a new coating with a thickness of 6 mm is formed.

Prepare a container for liquid acrylic. It is better to work with small portions.
The mixture is poured onto the side of the bowl without haste.
When one portion drains to the middle of the walls of the bowl, you can move along the perimeter with the next portion of the mixture. No need to save. Excess material will flow into the drain hole. It is important not to forget to place a container under it.
As a result, after drying, a new dense and smooth layer is formed. It takes 4 days to fix the surface.

The restored bathtub will last another 15 years.

Advantages and disadvantages

Self-leveling acrylic has many positive characteristics:

The surface retains its temperature for a long time;
There is no slipping;
The coating is pleasant to touch;
It is possible to color the mixture before application;
The acrylic layer lasts a long time and resists wear well;
The surface is resistant to constant loads;
Whiteness lasts for a long time, it is easy to maintain the shade;
Easy product care;
Safety for health and the environment;
Possibility of using chemicals;
Long-term preservation of initial characteristics;
Protects plumbing fixtures from the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms and also prevents the formation of fungus;
Possibility to repeat application of acrylic depending on need.

Bath before and after restoration Source beristroy.ru
In addition to its advantages, the product also has some disadvantages:

It takes a long time to dry, this process can occur over several days;
The likelihood of dust and debris sticking, which can affect the final result;
Do not use aggressive chemicals or abrasive substances to care for the surface.

Restoring the bathtub cover Source gidpokraske.ru

Popular brands of acrylic

Restoring an acrylic bathtub with your own hands costs 20% of the price of a new product. A large share of financial costs is associated with the purchase of consumables.

The price of liquid acrylic for bathtubs from different manufacturers differs.

FINNANCRYL-24
Glass ECOLOR
Ecovanna Lux
SipoFlex - 24
Plastall Classic

Material consumption

4 kg - 1.7 m; 3.4 kg – 1.5 m; 2.7 kg – 1.2 m
4 kg – 1.7 m; 3.4 kg – 1.5; 2.7 kg – 1.2 m
3.57 kg – 1.7 m; 3.01 kg – 1.5 m; 2.45 kg – 1.2 m
3.63 kg – 1.7 m; 3 kg – 1.5 m; 2.53 kg – 1.2 m
3.9 kg – 1.7 m; 3.4 kg – 1.5 m and 1.7 m; 2.8 kg – 1.2 m – 1.5 m; 2.5 kg – up to 1.2 m

Drawing conclusions

Installing a liner, the fastest way to update your bathtub

When answering the question of how you can cover a bathtub that has lost its attractive appearance, you can clearly answer that it is not possible to obtain a coating with the original performance data using any of the above methods. All types of coatings allow you to slightly extend the operation until a major overhaul of the premises with the replacement of finishing and equipment. The best way to cover the bathtub at this time depends on the required service life and the material of the bathtub itself. Acrylic bathtubs can only be repaired with acrylic, but when repairing the coating of metal products, you can choose a repair composition.

Sometimes owners ask if it is possible to varnish the bathtub to restore the shine to the dull coating. In this case, it is better to polish the surface until it shines. The varnish can fade, crack and completely ruin the enamel. Silicone bath coating applied directly to enamel is used as a separating layer in thermal or ultrasonic treatment baths in industry. But a replaceable silicone mat for the bottom of the bathtub will protect the enamel from scratches and reduce slipping on a wet surface.

Features of the material

There are counterfeits of restoration materials on the building materials market. Liquid acrylic for bathtubs is produced in a factory where stickers are applied to the containers by machine, and a purchased mixture with a skewed label indicates a fake.

Before purchasing, it is recommended to check the manufacturer’s website for the current packaging design of the selected mixture. Every year, manufacturers, fighting fraudsters, change the design of liquid acrylic packaging, thereby making their life more difficult. The old design of the container is more likely to indicate that the material is counterfeit than the presence of last year’s batch on sale.