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My bathtub is slippery. What are my options to make it safer?

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Slippery bathtubs are often the cause of injuries in the home, especially for elderly family members, so it is important to find ways to make bathtubs safer. While most bathtubs usually come from the factory with some sort of rough bottom that acts as a slip resistant surface, the slip resistance will eventually wear off and replacing that non-slip feature is important in order to make the bathtub safe again.

Bathmats and stick-on appliqués are two options many homeowners turn to, as they are easy to find and quick to install. However, these items can cause damage to your tub. Bathmats with strong suction cups can damage the tub’s surface if it is left in one place for too long, and appliqués cause uneven wear and their outlines can become permanently etched into the tub’s finish. Plus, both options are prone to collecting dirt, mildew, and mold, which is very unsanitary and unsightly.

Miracle Method offers a slip resistant surface option for bathtubs and shower pans that is chemically bonded to the bathing surface. Our slip resistant surfaces can be installed in just one hour and become integrated to the bottom of the tub or shower. It won’t crack, peel, or discolor over time. Plus, you can choose the color and coarseness to fit your needs.

To learn more about Miracle Method’s slip resistant surfaces, visit our website. If you are interested in having a slip resistant surface from Miracle Method applied to your tub or shower, use our online locator to find a franchise near you.

Ugly tubs, tile, and countertops represent thousands of dollars in opportunity

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It seems that people all across the nation are looking for affordable ways to improve the look of their homes. As more people are staying in their homes instead of trading up, they are making the investment to fix up their homes to more fully enjoy them.  In addition, it is a well-known fact that renovating a kitchen or bathroom adds value to a home when it comes time to sell.  As a result, the demand for home improvement services, such as refinishing services from Miracle Method, is dramatically increasing and this increased demand means now is a perfect time to start your own Miracle Method franchise!

According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, about 45% of the $250 billion Americans spend annually in remodeling is spent on kitchens or bathrooms. Ugly tubs, tiles, and countertops represent thousands of dollars in opportunity for Miracle Method franchise owners and every building with a kitchen or bathroom is a prospect for refinishing!

With the ability to refinish a wide range of fixtures, including all types of bathtubs; ceramic tile walls, showers, vanities, and floors; kitchen countertops such as Formica; fiberglass showers; as well as repair chips, cracks, and scratches, it is easy to see why Miracle Method is the nation’s leader in the refinishing industry.

Every building with an ugly tub, countertop, or tiles is a prospect for Miracle Method's refinishing services.

If owning a Miracle Method franchise sounds like the business opportunity you’ve been looking for, visit our website to learn more about owning your own franchise, or call 800-444-8827. We will give you all the support you need to ensure that your franchise is successful.

Is a refinished countertop as durable as a laminate countertop?

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Laminate countertops have often been the material of choice for kitchen countertops because they are a non-porous surface that is easy to clean, comes in a wide variety of colors, and is resistant to heat and stains. Laminate countertops are often marketed under brand names such as Formica and Wilsonart. While they are considered to be an economical choice, there are also a few disadvantages to laminate countertops.

Laminate countertops can be cut, scratched, or even chipped and that type of damage isn’t easy to repair. Once a laminate countertop has been damaged, it becomes a great candidate for refinishing. If you like the look and layout of your laminate kitchen counters, refinishing is a way to completely restore them to a like-new condition and feel. With the Miracle Method refinishing process, you’ve got plenty of color and texture options available, so you can get a great new look for a fraction of the cost.

While refinished countertops are comparable to laminate in that they are durable, non-porous, stain and heat resistant, unlike laminate, refinished countertops can be easily repaired if damage occurs.

If you’re interested in having your laminate countertops refinished, visit our website to learn more about the innovative Miracle Method refinishing process. There you can also find a Miracle Method franchise near you, or you can give us a call at 855-212-7337.

How does bathtub refinishing compare to bathtub liners?

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What are your options when your bathtub is UGLY?  Maybe your problems are the tub is hard-to-clean, dull and stained, or just the wrong color.

Bathtub liners, which are sheets of PVC plastic or acrylic that have been molded to the shape of an existing tub and then glued down, are sometimes marketed as an alternative to actually repairing and restoring the bathtub. However, there are quite a few disadvantages that bathtub liners present that consumers should be aware of before making a final decision.

First of all, when you choose a bathtub liner, you must sacrifice the beautiful look of a restored porcelain tub for the look and feel of plastic. Liners are also rather expensive, costing as much as $1,300 – and if you want to add in a wall system, soap dishes, and other similar features, the cost can rise up to $3,000 or more!

Additionally, bathtub liners can develop leaks between the old tub and the liner, which can easily lead to mold and mildew if water penetrates through even the smallest of cracks or seams. They also do wear out over time and must be replaced, which proves to be difficult since the liner is glued into place at the point of installation.

Refinishing, on the other hand, provides you with a like-new look and feel. Refinishing is a much more cost-effective way to restore your bathtub – the cost of refinishing with Miracle Method is generally between $475 and $600, depending on the location and condition of the tub. And, if you choose to refinish both your tub and the tile surround, the cost ranges between $900 and $1200 – that’s about 30% to 50% cheaper than the cost of a bathtub liner!

Don’t cover up your problems with a liner… restore and refinish your existing tub and save money!

If you’ve been debating between a bathtub liner and refinishing, we invite you to visit the Miracle Method website to learn more about how refinishing compares to bathtub liners, as well as discover more information about our unique refinishing process. You can also find a Miracle Method franchise near you through our online locator.

Show Your Team Spirit with Custom Color Refinishing from Miracle Method

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We’re well into football season and we know there are many homeowners out there that are die-hard fans of their favorite NFL or college football teams. Now, you have the opportunity to really show your team colors, even at bath time!  Changing colors has always been a benefit of refinishing and a specialty of Miracle Method’s.  While most of our color changes are for traditional tile showers, bathtubs, or kitchen countertops, you can also refinish your tub in the colors of your favorite team!  You’ll be the envy of the neighborhood with your one-of-a-kind design.

Many of our Miracle Method franchisees have clawfoot tubs in their offices in the colors of their local football teams, and we could certainly do the same for you. Miracle Method offers a variety of color options, and with the ability to match any existing color or create nearly any color of your choice through custom colors, there are plenty of options to let you show your love for your favorite team. Below are a few photos from some of our Miracle Method franchise showcasing their team spirit!

To learn more about the unique Miracle Method bathtub refinishing process, please visit our website. You can find a Miracle Method franchise near you by using our online locator.

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