Prelude
Fiberglass shower units are low-cost units used to replace stone and ceramic tiles. Fiberglass was first invented in 1880 in America. Following the accidental mass production of glass strands in 1932, and further ongoing inventions, a viable resin which would combine plastic and fiberglass was invented in 1936. That was the beginning of a new age fiberglass which is presently used to make fiberglass shower units. Despite its efficiency, fiberglass in showers require Fiberglass Shower Paint.
Fiberglass shower properties
A fiberglass shower is constructed using woven glass fibers mixed with polyester resin and poured into a mold. A fiberglass shower unit is evidently cheap as compared to other shower units and is usually less costly to replace it. As for maintenance and cleaning, fiberglass is most likely to stain and discolor because it is a porous material. When it absorbs, it retains despite efforts to clean it. As time goes by the shower unit will lose its luster and may end up looking dull than usual. Owing to its short lifespan of about eight years, fiberglass may end up greatly deteriorating and the surface being penetrated by mold and bacteria.
Fiberglass Shower Paint
Discolored shower units can always be renovated through painting; and for this case fiberglass painting. Painting brings a new, vibrant layer to the former dull and discolored layer, bringing life to the walls. A shower paint ought to be waterproof and able to withstand the moist conditions of a shower room, preferably an oil based paint. Fiberglass shower paint is done using elaborate procedural steps to achieve desirable results.
Steps followed
Wash the fiberglass surface to remove any built up soap scum.
Wear protective clothing like a nose mask and gloves.
Cover the floor beneath so as to protect it from getting paint stains.
Sand the whole fiberglass with 100-grit sand paper and then re-sand it again with a 200-grit sandpaper as you prepare the fiberglass for the primer.
Wash the fiberglass with mineral spirits and a rag to remove the sanding dust.
Once done, apply a coat of primer on the surface and allow it to dry completely before sanding the fiberglass surface again with a 300-grit sand paper.
Wipe the surface with a cloth dipped in mineral spirits to remove sanding dust.
Then apply the primer for a second time.
Finally get to spray the paint of your choice on the surface and in a downward movement, apply the paint in long, smooth strokes.
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