The logic behind refinishing your cast iron sink is simple, to save some money which you might have to spend while replacing it or completely buying a new one. You can bring into life some old found a cast iron tub or sink or can maintain your new one for a longer duration by following certain DIY’s.
When must you refinish your cast iron sink?
This is one of the most common questions asked by the house makers and here are two main situations which give you signs, that you should do something for your cast iron sink:-
When the enamel material or finish which is covering the cast iron begins to chip or damaged from certain places of the sink. This chipping can result in rust and makes your bathroom sink not only functionally worthless but also visually painful.
When you start noticing rust on your cast iron sink. If you keep on postponing the refinishing of your sink, rust will eventually damage entirely and then you will have to spend more in replacing it completely.
The process of refinishing old cast iron sink or bathroom tubs ( please keep in mind that the following process is the general process and cannot be applied in each and every scenario, you need to take help of the professionals to understand what best suits your cast iron sink refinishing requirement):-
•After removing the old caulk around the sink, a best-quality and environment-friendly cleaner are applied to the sink to get rid of any soap scum, dust, dirt particles, grime etc.
•Previous enamel is removed from the sink and the cast iron is rinsed and primed before applying brand new top-coat. When this top-coat gets dry, rest of the refinishing process is carried out.
•Oil-based waterproof paint is applied in a thin layer while repainting the sink. When it gets dry, workmen cautiously sand it down with 100-grit sandpaper the following day and then another layer of paint is applied. This step is performed 2-3 times before applying the sealer.
If you are going for DIY’s methods instead of professional help, make sure you take necessary precautions while using any chemical or paint on the sink. Chemical like trisodium phosphate can help in removing dirt or grime but you must use eye protector or respirator while using it. To remove rust, you can try diamond-coated sanding pads, steel wool, scouring pad etc.
You must remove the old paint from your cast iron sink before applying any fresh one. Experts bathroom specialist perform this refinishing step by combing paint thinner or alcohol with abrasive scraping and cleaning of old paint.
You can learn in-detail or step-by-step process by contacting professionals who take cast iron bathtubs and sinks maintenance as a serious business and to buy a brand new one contact Cast Iron Bathtubs!
When must you refinish your cast iron sink?
This is one of the most common questions asked by the house makers and here are two main situations which give you signs, that you should do something for your cast iron sink:-
When the enamel material or finish which is covering the cast iron begins to chip or damaged from certain places of the sink. This chipping can result in rust and makes your bathroom sink not only functionally worthless but also visually painful.
When you start noticing rust on your cast iron sink. If you keep on postponing the refinishing of your sink, rust will eventually damage entirely and then you will have to spend more in replacing it completely.
The process of refinishing old cast iron sink or bathroom tubs ( please keep in mind that the following process is the general process and cannot be applied in each and every scenario, you need to take help of the professionals to understand what best suits your cast iron sink refinishing requirement):-
•After removing the old caulk around the sink, a best-quality and environment-friendly cleaner are applied to the sink to get rid of any soap scum, dust, dirt particles, grime etc.
•Previous enamel is removed from the sink and the cast iron is rinsed and primed before applying brand new top-coat. When this top-coat gets dry, rest of the refinishing process is carried out.
•Oil-based waterproof paint is applied in a thin layer while repainting the sink. When it gets dry, workmen cautiously sand it down with 100-grit sandpaper the following day and then another layer of paint is applied. This step is performed 2-3 times before applying the sealer.
If you are going for DIY’s methods instead of professional help, make sure you take necessary precautions while using any chemical or paint on the sink. Chemical like trisodium phosphate can help in removing dirt or grime but you must use eye protector or respirator while using it. To remove rust, you can try diamond-coated sanding pads, steel wool, scouring pad etc.
You must remove the old paint from your cast iron sink before applying any fresh one. Experts bathroom specialist perform this refinishing step by combing paint thinner or alcohol with abrasive scraping and cleaning of old paint.
You can learn in-detail or step-by-step process by contacting professionals who take cast iron bathtubs and sinks maintenance as a serious business and to buy a brand new one contact Cast Iron Bathtubs!
