How to return the old look to plumbing: choose a high-quality acrylic liner in the bath

Before you start replacement of plumbing in the bathroom, pay attention to the condition of the acrylic liner. This product hides all defects, giving the bathtub surface a beautiful and neat look. The liner needs to be changed from time to time. To choose a quality sample, you should study the advantages and disadvantages, as well as find out how the tabs are installed and what features the insulating material has.

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Bowls of any configuration and size can be restored

What You Need to Know About Acrylic Bathtub Cover: Key Features

Bath liners were invented several decades ago, and today they are widely used both abroad and in Russia. With their help, you can give an old bathtub a decent look without spending a lot of money.

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Bathtub restoration with linings is comparatively cheaper than buying new plumbing

In order to restore the inner surface of an old bath, it is best to use special tools - acrylic pads. This is a cover that needs to be attached from above. In just a few hours, the product's appearance and performance are restored and the bath returns to its normal appearance.

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Bathtub after restoration using inserts is almost indistinguishable from new

Advantages and Disadvantages of Acrylic Bath Liner

Advantages of the method of restoring the surface of the bath using pads:

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There are several shade options to choose from, you can easily choose a patch that matches the color

But acrylic inserts also have some disadvantages:

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There are high requirements for installation work that must be met

Materials used to make acrylic inlays in cast iron and steel tub

The technology for the production of acrylic inlays assumes that the already cut sheets will be laid on a special molding machine. Then the workpiece is heated to a certain temperature, it becomes plastic and is immediately applied to the bath, taking the desired shape.

The total cost of the work depends on what material is used. Most often in the production of inserts used:

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With the right choice of material for the insert, long-term operation and a guarantee against surface abrasion and damage are ensured

Performance characteristics of acrylic liners by type

Depending on what material was used to create the insert, you can say with almost 100% accuracy how long it will last and what properties it will have. Before choosing one type of material, you should familiarize yourself with all the main types and their characteristics.

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The type of insert used depends on the performance of the bath

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Care of cast inlays is very easy and not painstaking, since they have a flat and smooth surface. There are small pores that quickly become clogged with dirt if left untreated, so it is recommended to wash the bath almost after every use. If contamination does appear, it can be easily removed.

The service life of the product is about 10 years. It is important that all the rules are observed during installation and the integrity of the material is not compromised.

It is important to consider that some manufacturers supply cheap molded inlays to the market. If funds are limited, they can also be used. But because acrylic sheets are very thin, surface damage can happen very quickly.

Low-quality acrylic also sells for a small price. You can distinguish poor quality acrylic from good acrylic by the presence of a yellowish tint and large pore size.A good insert should be smooth and flat.

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Composite Liners

In the manufacture of this type of liner, two main components are used: acrylic and ABS plastic. The first one is applied in a thin layer on an already finished plastic base. Such a product outwardly practically does not differ from a cast one, but it costs less.

You should pay attention to such tabs if the cost of a pure acrylic tab is very high. However, such a product is not very durable. Average service life is 5 years. After this time, even the highest quality and well-installed product, the acrylic layer is erased.

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Bathtub acrylic inlay manufacturers

When choosing acrylic liners for bath restoration, you should pay attention to several large and trusted manufacturers:

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Every high quality product made in official production must have a certificate

The procedure for determining the size of the insert if you decide to buy an acrylic insert in the bath without installation

If the price of the finished product is high, you can carry out the installation yourself by choosing a tab of a certain size. Pay attention to the following parameters:

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Measurements must be carried out carefully to get the most accurate figure.

If all parameters have been determined, you can purchase the insert without installation.

Acrylic insert or bath replacement: choose the right option

To give the bathtub a normal look, you can purchase a new product or use acrylic inserts. The first option is preferable, however, if funds are limited, you can use overlays.

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Finished insert is cheaper than new plumbing

If the plans do not include bathroom overhaulthen inserting the liner may solve the problem for a while. Installation is carried out manually, and knowing the exact shade and dimensions of the bath, you can choose the most suitable insert.

How to choose an acrylic bath insert - our editorial team's recommendations

In order for the insert to serve for many years, when choosing, you should pay attention to several details:

How to install an acrylic insert in a bathtub: sequence of actions

When doing the installation with your own hands, you need to follow the instructions clearly.

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The main condition is compliance with work technology

Bath preparation

Sequence of work:

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	Thorough cleaning of the bath. The side is beaten off and washed. With the help of a grinder, they remove all the harness and clean out the dirt.
	The surface is degreased. Special formulations are used, which are then washed off. The bath needs to be dried. Install a siphon. Make sure the connection is completely sealed.

Liner preparation

The insert must also be prepared before installation:

1. The technological edge is cut to protect the insert.
2. Using special nozzles, adjust the drain and overflow hole. It is necessary to accurately measure the space.
3. Install a siphon. Make sure the connection is completely sealed.

Then the installation process begins:

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	The entire bottom of the bath is evenly coated with three-component foam.
	The tab is installed. Particular attention should be paid to the bottom and sides. It is important to press the box with effort.
	Then the excess sealant is immediately removed, the drain grates are fixed. The bath is filled with water to check the quality of the installation.
	All seams are sealed with a high water resistance sealant. And the last stage is filling the bath with water. This will help to press the pad as tight as possible to the bottom.

Video: installing an acrylic liner in the bathroom

Care rules

You can extend the service life of the liner by taking good care of the product. To understand the intricacies of care, watch our video:

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Bathtub restoration with liquid acrylic: advantages and disadvantages of the method

For standard bathtubs, restoration is not difficult, just use a ready-made insert in a suitable color. However, if the design is non-standard, the liner must be made to order, which greatly increases the cost.

An alternative is liquid acrylic. Its performance is much higher than that of epoxy paint. When carrying out work, acrylic is poured onto the surface and carefully spread over the surface.

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Liquid acrylic can be used to treat a bath of any shape

What determines the price of an acrylic bath liner

The total cost of a product depends on several indicators: size, configuration, material and manufacturer.

Average cost:

You should also study the reviews on acrylic liners:

Tell us in the comments why you purchased an acrylic insert and what type of insert you chose.

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