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What’s the difference between acid etching and bonding?

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Acid etching is a process used by most refinishers that involves the application of hydrofluoric acid to chemically “etch” a porcelain or ceramic tile surface in an attempt to make their coating “stick” to the surface they are refinishing.  This caustic acid eats away the shiny finish and roughens up the surface.

There are a several problems in using hydrofluoric acid to acid etch a surface.  First, this acid must be very caustic to dissolve porcelain or ceramic.  Being strong and caustic also makes it dangerous for anyone using it as well as dangerous for the environment.  Any kind of direct contact on the skin of a worker will cause an immediate chemical burn.  If a worker were to be injured on your property, it’s possible he could file an injury claim against your home owners insurance, especially if he is not covered under worker’s comp.

Hydrofluoric acid is supposed to be neutralized before it is allowed to be washed down the drain.  If this is not done, this caustic acid can damage your pipes as well as the environment.  Also because hydrofluoric acid has a very offensive smell, it’s unlikely that you will want to supervise while this material is being used in your bathroom.

Most troubling, is that when hydrofluoric acid is used to create pits and bumps to roughen up the surface, it creates a mechanical bond by effectively  making more surface area for the new finish to hang on to.  This mechanical bond is not nearly as effective or as good as a chemical bond.  Think about this way…which is better….bolting two pieces of metal together or welding two pieces of metal together?  Chemically bonding a new finish onto an old surface is like welding!

Another negative is that acid etching can fail if moisture gets under the new finish at the tub’s edge, around the drain, or thorough a chip, which can blister and cause the new finish to let go and peel away. The finish will continue to peel as the moisture works its way underneath and will compromise a mechanical bond.

Instead of acid etching, Miracle Method refinishers use our own proprietary, acid-free bonding agent called MM-4. It creates a chemical bond between the old surface and the new finish. MM4 is a unique and proprietary material that is only available to Miracle Method owners. Don’t be fooled by imitators! It is because of this unique MM-4 bonding agent that has been used for over 30 years across the country that we can confidently offer a five year warranty on tubs and ceramic tile. Beware of any refinisher using any kind of acid etching! Use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to reach a Miracle Method franchise near you.

Refinishing is a service that almost every home, hotel and apartment could use

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If you are considering owning your own business, it’s important to make sure that there is a market for the products and services your business will offer. Because refinishing is a service that nearly every home, hotel, and apartment could use and benefit from, it makes great sense to consider owning a Miracle Method franchise.

As a matter of fact, any property with a bath or kitchen is a potential prospect for refinishing services. Miracle Method’s surface refinishing process can restore all kinds of bathtubs; ceramic tile walls, showers, vanities, and even kitchen countertops to a like-new look and feel. Plus chips, scratches, and cracks can all be repaired, giving most fixtures around an additional 15 years or more of usable life! When you think of all of the homes, hotels, and apartments with kitchens or baths in need of a restored surface or an updated look, you can really begin to see the potential a Miracle Method franchise has.

Along with the broad demand for refinishing services, there are a number of other advantages to owning a Miracle Method franchise, such as the following:

  • Minimized risk – Working with a reputable franchise with a proven business model.
  • Name recognition – A well-recognized brand name will draw in customers who feel confident in working with a national franchise vs. an independent with no national support or accountability.
  • Training – Miracle Method provides a regimented training program that teaches franchisees about its services and business operations.
  • Advertising – Professionally designed ad campaigns to promote your business both locally and nationally.

If owning a Miracle Method franchise sounds like the business for you, visit our website for more information, or give us a call at 800-444-8827. We’d love to help you get started in owning a successful Miracle Method franchise.

Beautiful Homes Sell Faster than UGLY ones!

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Realtors and home stagers know all too well that a home’s appearance can be a determining factor as to how fast a home will sell… and at what price! This is especially true for kitchens and bathrooms. UGLY tub and tile colors or outdated, damaged countertops can become objections for home buyers. Even worse, UGLY baths and kitchens can kill a sale. In the current “buyer’s market, it’s even more important for a home to make a good impression and show well. More and more realtors and home stagers are turning to refinishing because Miracle Method’s unique process can update kitchens and baths in just 2-3 days.  And refinishing saves a significant amount of time and money while avoiding the mess and hassle of replacement.

Miracle Method offers professional surface refinishing services that restores tubs, tiles, vanities, and countertops to a like-new look and feel, which will make a home appear as if it were “Designed to Sell.” Miracle Method’s work is guaranteed and the warranty is transferable to a new owner.

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If you are curious to hear from an industry professional on how the Miracle Method process has helped their clients, check out the quote below from Jason Maxwell of Equity Enhancer, from Richardson, Texas:

“I use Miracle Method about ten to twelve times a year. Their process earns the seller top dollar for their home.”

Whether your client has a dated and damaged tub or has a vanity top in need of the “Wow” factor buyers are looking for, Miracle Method has the refinishing solutions your clients are looking for. We invite all realtors and home stagers to visit our website for more information. You can rely on Miracle Method to make your client’s tired kitchen or bath surfaces sparkle.

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.

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