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ReForm Total Fix and Finish
5.0(
6
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Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was very prompt and did a great job! Robert was very friendly and got right to work, telling us what he was going to do ahead of time. He finished the work with an excellent result! "
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Completely Kitchens LLC
New to Angi

In business since 2005

Free estimates

We are located in front of Lowe's in Ames. Please visit our website for more information at www.completelykitchens.com.

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Royal Flooring
New to Angi

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Creative Tile
New to Angi

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Tile work:\n*Kitchen backsplash\n*Shower\n*Flooring\n*Fairplace and more !!

Efloors.com
4.3(
29
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"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Zanella Construction
4.9(
19
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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work done was WONDERFUL and timely and professionally completed! We are in LOVE with the project, and their service was so appreciated! :)"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Calligan Tile LLC
New to Angi

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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FAQs for tile: ceramic and porcelain repair projects in Ames, IA

People use the terms refinishing, resurfacing, and reglazing interchangeably. Refinishing is a process that repairs old tiles and gives them a fresh new coat of finish. This is also called tile resurfacing or reglazing.

Yes, you can refinish tiles as a DIY project, but it’s important to follow all the steps involved. These include the following:

  1. Clean the tiles or hire a local tile cleaning service to remove all the residue (soap film, oil, grease, and dirt).

  2. Etch the tile to ensure the refinishing solution adheres properly.

  3. Fill in any cracks or chips in the tile.

  4. Recoat the grout.

  5. Repair any missing or damaged caulking where applicable.

  6. Apply the refinishing product, primer, and enamel.

Your newly reglazed tile should last between 10 and 15 years with proper installation. However, higher-traffic areas and moisture may result in a reduced life span. Explore the cost of different tile types to determine which material works best for your home and needs.

Your bathtub and tile refinishing cost will likely seem like a small price to pay for the transformation it offers. Provided your tile and grout are both intact, refinishing will bring a brand-new style at a fraction of the cost.

Yes, most ceramic tile is paintable with specific epoxy or tile paints. However, you’ll want to avoid areas of heavy use or moisture, such as countertops, showers, and bathtubs. Paint can crack, bubble, or wear away over time, especially on floors.

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