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Builders LondonThe next step in repairing and refinishing a bathtub or sink is to sand it down to create a smooth surface for the rest of your work. You can also use polyester filler to fill in any gaps you find. Once you have finished the sanding then you need to clean it but do not leave water or chemicals on the surface when you continue your work. Add Primer and Paint to the Surface of the Bathtub or Sink After you have sanded the bathtub or sink and cleaned it again, then you need to add the primer and allow it to dry completely. Once the primer is completely dry you can paint the surface of the bathtub or sink and allow this to dry for about two days. Caulking your Bathtub or Sink The final step in refinishing your bathtub or sink is the caulking process which acts as a waterproofing agent for your bathtub or sink. After you have given your paint time to dry you should then finish it with caulking and leave it to dry for another few days before using your newly refinished bathtub or sink. Should You Refinish the Bathtub or Sink Yourself or Should You Get It Replaced? Refinishing the bathtub or sink yourself can save you a lot of money if this is all that is necessary, but there are also certain pointers you should bear in mind before doing it yourself. Although refinishing may also help you fix any cracks or chips in the bathtub or sink, the real problem may be in finding the right color paint to match your bathroom. There are often subtle differences in paint and even when paint is considered white, there are still numerous variations of white paint, so finding a match may not be as easy as you first think it to be. You may also feel more comfortable getting a professional to do this for you if you can afford it and do not feel you have enough experience in handling the tools you will be required to work with for this task. Refinishing and repairing a bathtub or sink is not as difficult as you may think and by taking a few special precautions you can really do this task yourself and save yourself a lot of money. The bathtub or sink first needs to be thoroughly cleaned, sanded and then cleaned again before adding primer, paint and caulking. When deciding whether to simply refinish the bathtub or sink yourself or whether you want to replace them or get in additional help you should consider your own abilities in this area, as well as whether you will easily be able to find the perfect match for the paint you have in your bathroom. The Builders London is the principal trade organisation for private sector housebuilders and voice of the home building industry in England and Wales. 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