Have a historic home with an outdated, damaged bathtub? If you want to preserve the home’s original fixtures, professional glazing may be the solution. With glazing, you can avoid the hassle of a full renovation.
Instead, you can keep the same tub and update its appearance through:
- Repairing surface damage
- Restoring shine
- Protecting the original hardware
At Jet’s Amazing Glazing, our team specializes in glazing services for homes and businesses across Metro Detroit. We glaze bathtubs, bathroom tiles, sinks, and counters.
Contact us online to learn more or call (734) 744-5621 to request a quote.
Why is it Worth Preserving Original Fixtures?
Vintage cast iron bathtubs are often better quality than modern, plastic versions. They are known for their heat retention and extreme durability.
Meanwhile, tubs made from modern plastic or thin steel can’t replicate the solid, durable feel of cast iron.
The other downside to removing vintage bathtubs is that it often means structural changes must be made to the floor and walls of the room. These tubs usually have unique dimensions, and the surrounding infrastructure often isn’t equipped to handle modern alternatives.
If your vintage cast iron tub only has some surface damage, like scratches, and staining, consider a professional glazing service.
Glazing allows you to keep the high-quality iron, while renewing its appearance. This means you can maintain the architectural integrity of your historic home, at a relatively low cost.
How Glazing Restores Vintage Cast Iron Fixtures Without Losing Their Charm
Glazing can restore vintage cast iron bathtubs while preserving their original charm, durability, and structural integrity.
Repairing Surface Damage
Old porcelain surfaces often suffer from tiny, spider-webbing cracks over time, as well as deep chips.
These imperfections don’t just affect the tub’s appearance, but they also allow moisture to reach the cast iron underneath. This causes rust to form and create staining within the tub’s finish.
The glazing process begins with careful surface preparation.
At Jet’s Amazing Glazing, our technicians use industrial-grade fillers to repair chips, cracks, and scratches before the glaze is applied. This creates a level foundation so the glaze bonds flush to the tub’s surface.
Replicating Original Shine
A matte or plastic-looking surface often looks out-of-place in historic homes. The charm of vintage fixtures lies in their original shine.
Glazing uses a high-build, high-gloss resin to mimic the shine of traditional porcelain. This maintains the tub’s classic glow. At the same time, it provides the benefits of chemical resistance, durability, and easy maintenance that come with glaze.
Protecting Hardware
Since glazing is applied in-place, it can easily work around the existing hardware in your bathroom, whether you’re glazing a tub, sink, or counter.
Bathrooms in older homes often have historic hardware, which can be difficult to replace with modern versions.
Our team at Jet’s Amazing Glazing takes great care to protect the hardware in your bathroom. We carefully mask off original brass and chrome fixtures, ensuring they’re protected during the glazing process.
Offering Customization
While classic white is often the standard bathtub color, historic homes can sometimes feature unique color palettes. In these cases, a stark white is too modern for homes built in the 1920s or earlier.
Glazing services can customize the glaze color to match period-accurate shades, such as Biscuit, Almond, or even custom pastels.
This customization allows you to maintain the original tub while customizing the color to match the existing tilework or wallpaper in your bathroom.
Contact Us to Get a Quote for Your Bathtub Glazing Service
If you need a quote bathtub or tile glazing, contact Jet’s Amazing Glazing. We’re a family-owned business that specializes in bathtub and tile reglazing in the Metro Detroit area.
With years of experience in the industry, working with us to glaze your bathroom fixtures can help you save time, money, and stress.
Our team works with a range of residential and commercial clients, offering quality glazing services and exceptional customer service.
Want to learn more about working with us? Call (734) 744-5621 or contact us online today for a quote.