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Is all refinishing the same? What makes it different?

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Surface refinishing is a proven and cost effective alternative to the removal and replacement of kitchen counters, bathroom vanities, bathtubs, and tile. But if you think all surface refinishing is the same, think again. There are several factors that make Miracle Method’s surface refinishing stand out against the competition, and today we’re going to tell you about why our refinished surfaces stand is superior to the competition.

First, only Miracle Method has MM-4, a proprietary bonding agent that is acid-free. It bonds the old and new surfaces together on a molecular level to ensure quality and durability. Others may say they use similar materials, but they’re not as good nor have they been proven for over 30 years!

Secondly, our refinished surfaces not only look like new, they feel like new, too. We take extra care to detail the new surface – a step above what most refinishers are willing to do.

We also offer superior service and craftsmanship. Miracle Method surface refinishers are highly trained and only use the best materials and procedures to ensure the best results and a job done right the first time. We’ll explain the process thoroughly, complete the job on time, and won’t have any hidden charges or surprises. Best of all our work is guaranteed for five years against failure of adhesion of the new surface.

After two years this Natural Accents refinished countertop still looks like new!

If you’re planning to have some of the surfaces in your home refinished, choose to do so with Miracle Method. We have been “The Preferred Refinisher” for over 30 years and have over 120 franchises across the nation. Visit our website for more information. To find the franchise closest to you, call 855-212-7337 or use our online locator.

I’m thinking about using a DIY kit to refinish my tub. What results should I expect?

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Do-it-yourself bathtub refinishing kits are marketed at home improvement centers as an easy way to fix a worn or damaged bathtub. Unfortunately, these kits more often than not lead to disappointing results and eventual professional refinishing or expensive replacement. We at Miracle Method know, as nearly 20% of the bathtubs we are re-doing an amateur attempt at tub refinishing.

The most common complaints we hear about DIY Kits are:

  • There is nothing in the kit to repair chips
  • Roller and brush application is inconsistent and streaky
  • Takes more time and work than anticipated
  • The acid can leave skin burns
  • The fumes are so bad an exhaust fan and respirator should be included
  • The odor lasts for days
  • After all the work, the finish peels and the white epoxy coating turns yellow

DIY kits use a hydrofluoric acid wash to etch the porcelain tub surface to help the new epoxy stick. Hydrofluoric acid etching is not only old technology, but can be dangerous, as noted in the article found at the following link: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/773304-overview. While epoxy is durable, it chips easily and eventually turns yellow. This method also often leads to eventual peeling of the new surface.

Refinishing your own bathtub might be a good idea if you have:

  • Lots of patience
  • The right equipment
  • Money you can afford to lose
  • Low expectations for a smooth and durable tub finish

Miracle Method will professionally repair and refinish your tub to a glossy like-new look and feel. Our process includes removing the existing caulk, a thorough two step cleaning of the tub, and repairing any chips. Miracle Method’s non-acid MM-4 bonding agent will ensure the new coats of high tech acrylic urethane will adhere and provide an even surface, and a final buffing and polishing will make your tub shine like it did the day it was installed.

Before you decide to do it yourself, consider this: Would you repaint your own car? Probably not, and Miracle Method offers a five year warranty – that’s something you won’t find with a DIY kit!

Visit the Miracle Method website to learn more about how our process compares to a DIY kit. If you would like to speak with one of our professionals, please use the online locator tool or call 855-212-7337 to find the Miracle Method franchise closest to you.

The floor of my fiberglass tub is very soft. Can it be reinforced?

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Fiberglass is one of the more common materials used in the creation of bathtubs and showers. While it is a very common material, it is also a material that is known to cause some issues. After a few years of use, some homeowners find that their fiberglass tubs or showers develop a soft spot on the floor. This soft spot can lead to cracks and water leaks. It’s important, therefore, to take action as soon as you notice that soft spot!

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing can restore your fiberglass tub to a like-new condition. We have a unique repair and refinishing process in which we use the most advanced resins and fiberglass refinishing materials to rebuild and patch any hole, crack, or damage, as well as reinforce soft spots. While we’re there, we can also restore the finish to your lackluster tub, or even change the color if you wish.

As most fiberglass tubs and showers are built into the structural framing, repairing and refinishing a fiberglass unit in place can save homeowners significant money.

A repaired and refinished fiberglass tub or shower by Miracle Method will look just as wonderful as it did the day it was installed, and best of all – you won’t have to deal with the hassle or expense of replacement.

Fiberglass in need of repair.

Fiberglass now looks like new!

If your fiberglass tub or shower has seen better days, it’s time to consider what Miracle Method can do for you. Visit our website for more information on fiberglass tub and shower refinishing. If you are ready to speak with a Miracle Method professional, use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to reach the Miracle Method franchise closest to you.

Is it difficult to replace a bathtub and tile surround?

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When homeowners decide to improve and update their bathrooms, they often think a remodel requires the purchase of all new fixtures and accessories, especially when their bathtub and tile are old, damaged, or an outdated color. However, it’s important to understand what’s involved with bathtub and tile replacement before choosing that route.

Bathtub replacement is a messy, somewhat lengthy, and expensive process that is a job for a professional. A tub must be removed from its current space, and if it’s placed in between two walls, you run the risk of damaging those walls and what’s behind them in the demolition process. You also have to consider any plumbing work that may need to take place during the process. The price of the new tub, along with the costs for demolition and removal, installation, plumbing work, and the likes can exceed $3000 – this is definitely an option that should only be considered as a last resort.

Bathtub surface refinishing is a cost-effective alternative that can be completed in just a few days, restoring your tub and tile to a beautiful, like-new look and feel. Miracle Method comes to you and will refinish your tub without removing it. Our finishes are very durable and will give your tub and tile another 15 years or more of usable life.

If you are thinking about replacing your bathtub and tile, we recommend that you visit the Miracle Method website to learn more about how refinishing compares to replacement.

Use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to reach the Miracle Method franchise closets to you.

Can bathtubs and kitchen countertops be refinished?

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Although bathtub refinishing has been around for over 30 years, there are still many consumers who are just now learning about the beauty and affordability of refinishing instead of replacing bathtubs, countertops, tiles, and vanities. Whether a surface is worn, discolored, damaged, hard to clean, or simply an outdated color, Miracle Method can repair and refinish that surface to a gorgeous new look. Surface refinishing by Miracle Method is durable and guaranteed.

As the refinishing process involves no messy removal and replacement, ugly bathtubs, countertops, and showers can be made to look like new in less than two days and for up to 75 percent of replacement cost! Many kitchen and bathroom surfaces can be refinished and restored including:

Bathtubs

  • Porcelain
  • Fiberglass
  • Acrylic
  • Cultured marble
  • Clawfoot tubs

Countertops & Vanities

  • Formica® and other laminates
  • Corian®
  •  Silestone
  • Cultured marble
Showers
  • Fiberglass units
  • Ceramic tile
  • Shower pans

Ceramic Tile Surfaces

  • Walls
  • Floors
  • Shower pans
  • Countertops

Before: Checkerboard tile was dated and hard on the eye.

After: Refinished countertops are beautiful and durable!

Before: Bathtub was worn and difficult to clean and homeowners were tired of maroon tile.

After: Bathtub was given a glossy new finish and tile has an updated, Natural Accents® stone-look finish.

For more information about Miracle Method’s surface refinishing services and the types of surfaces we can refinish, we invite you to visit our website. If you would like to speak with a Miracle Method surface refinisher, use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to find the Miracle Method franchise closest to you.
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