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Consider the bathroom when selling your home.  Why you ask?  If you have an older home that you are selling either you have only one bathroom or that bathroom is out of date.  Either way there is a need for an improvement.

The improvements do not have to cost a lot of money to maximize your return on investment, either.  Instead of replacing the outdated tub consider refinishing it.  Refinishing the tub cost between $350 to $500.

If you need to replace the outdated tile surround consider refinishing it, as well.

The process that is used is important because if epoxy coating is used instead of hydrofluoric acid the tub or other surfaces will yellow over time.

Another substance that retains color well is a two part acrylic urethane.

Regardless of which finish you choose, the finish should last up to 20 years if you do not use bleach or other abrasive cleaners on the new finish.

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