Resurfacing is an excellent way to update your kitchen and baths. Compared to replacement, resurfacing is very cost effective, and can be applied without the long downtime of remodeling. Resurfacing is a very cost-effective alternative to replacing and remodeling worn-out tiles, sinks, tubs, and countertops. The glaze on tubs and tiles wears out over time, leaving the pores of the underlying porcelain exposed to dirt and water impurities. Scrubbing will only make the situation worse. Resurfacing can be done at a faction of the cost of replacement.