Average Replacement vs. Resurfacing Costs

* Estimated Costs. Prices will vary by materials & region *

TYPE	* REPLACEMENT COSTS	* RESURFACING COSTS
Bathtub	$2000 - 3000	$400 - 500
Porcelain Sink	$600- 800	$350 - 500
Tile	$15 - 20 /sq. ft.	$8 /sq. ft.
Cabinets	$125 - 170 per door	$30 - 60 per door
Countertop	$200 /sq. ft. laminate, $500/sq. ft. granite	$30 /sq. ft.
Wood Flooring	$10 - 13 /sq. ft.	$3 - 4 /sq. ft

* The above information brought to you by www.bathtubtherapy.com *

There are several levels of resurfacing that will fit any budget

Read more about resurfacing projects in our June article here

• Linoleum Flooring -Outdated linoleum flooring can be painted or recovered with self adhesive tiles or a new sheet a linoleum.
• Walls - Apply a fresh coat of paint or textured skim coat to add character or liven up a room.
• Sinks - Most sinks in your bathroom can be refinished easily. resurfacing will remove rust stains, chips and cracks.
• Tubs - Most tubs can be resurfaced in place saving major replacement costs. Resurface t any color or revive the white. Resurfacing also adds to new foot traction.
• Showers - The surrounding tiles can be replaced with a myriad of new tile patterns and finishes and should be resealed every few years.
• Cabinets - Install new handles. Old doors and shelves can be painted or replaced with new ones.

Online resources -

Bathtub Refinishing - www.refinishing online.com

Remodeling Online - www.remodeling.hw.net

A Good Rule of Thumb: Don’t take on more than you can handle. Avoid lengthy delays and costly
mistakes by doing homework. The art of do-it-yourself projects is to know when you can!

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