How Much Does Sink Reglazing or Refinishing Cost in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

On average, homeowners spend $360 to reglaze or refinish their sink, although costs can range from $100 up to $1,000 depending on various factors. Factors influencing the cost include your location, the size and type of your sink, and the quality of materials used. You can give your sink a fresh, new look by reglazing or refinishing. Planning your budget carefully and hiring a refinishing professional ensures the job is done correctly and efficiently.

Sink Reglazing or Refinishing Cost Factors

Several factors affect the cost of reglazing or refinishing a sink, including the materials, labor rates, sink condition, and location.

Materials

The average price range of $220 to $500 depends on the materials needed to reglaze or refinish sinks. Some are prep work tools and materials, such as plastic sheets and painter's tape, while others are the actual glaze and paint prices. Most homeowners spend between $100 and $500 on materials alone.

Labor

When you hire a local sink professional to refinish your porcelain sink, you can expect to pay between $100 and $300 for labor, with pros charging around $50 to $200 per hour. The condition of your sink, its type, and the size of the job all influence the cost. Labor costs include:

• Protecting the area around your sink

• Removing the trim and hardware

• Sanding and priming

• Applying two coats of finish

• Replacing the hardware and trim

For an average-size sink, the reglazing process takes around six hours.

Sink Condition

If your sink has many chips and cracks, you can expect to pay more for a reglazing or refinishing project. A sink with lots of embedded dirt from years of use will also require more sanding and cleaning before reglazing, which can drive up the cost.

Kitchen vs. Bathroom Sinks

Since kitchen sinks are larger than bathroom sinks, they’re more expensive to refinish. The average size of a kitchen sink is 30 to 33 inches, though a standard-size kitchen sink is considered anything between 24 to 36 inches. Kitchen sinks have a minimum depth of seven inches, with the standard depth being 7.25 inches.

On the other hand, bathroom sinks average 16 to 20 inches. Standard rectangular bathroom sinks have a width of 19 to 24 inches, a front-to-back measurement of 16 to 23 inches, and a depth of five to eight inches. Round bathroom sinks are usually 16 to 20 inches wide, with a depth of five to eight inches.

Sink Refinishing or Reglazing Costs by Type

The cost to refinish a sink can vary depending on the type. For example, a custom-made copper sink may cost more to reglaze than a porcelain bathroom sink because copper is more delicate.

Porcelain Sink

For a porcelain sink, refinishing costs run from $220 to $500, with an average cost of $360. Standard drop-in porcelain sinks may cost between $100 and $200, whereas pedestal sinks cost between $250 and $450.

Cast-Iron Sink

Cast-iron sinks cost between $300 and $500 to reglaze and are a popular option for kitchens because they last for a long time, retain heat well, and have a nice-looking finish. This cost is a fraction of that of installing a new cast-iron sink.

Stainless-Steel Sink

Stainless steel sinks cost $300 to $450 to refinish and are another popular kitchen option because they’re durable, low-maintenance, and have a lower cost. The cost includes polishing out scratches and recoating the steel with a protective acrylic, polyurethane, or urethane clear coat.

Granite Sink

Granite sinks cost between $200 and $500 to refinish, depending on the amount of repair work needed. If there are a lot of cracks in the sink that require mending, the job may fall at the higher end of the cost scale.

Bathroom Drop-In Sink

The cost to refinish a bathroom drop-in sink ranges from $100 to $200, with costs varying based on the sink material.

Bathroom Pedestal Sink

For a bathroom pedestal sink, refinishing costs between $250 and $450. The sink base needs to be accounted for in the pricing and adds to the surface area, driving up the price.

Drop-In Kitchen Sink

Refinishing a drop-in kitchen sink costs between $100 and $200, though sinks with premium materials can cost up to $500 or more. The sink size and material will play a role in how much the refinishing ultimately costs.

Custom Kitchen Sink

Custom sinks are often the most costly to refinish. Refinishing a custom kitchen sink costs between $500 and $1,000.

DIY vs. Hiring a Reglazing or Refinishing Pro

While DIY refinishing kits for porcelain sinks cost between $50 and $100, plus additional expenses for materials, hiring a professional results in a total cost of $360. Though doing it yourself might seem cost-effective, a sink pro can ensure a long-lasting, high-quality finish.

If you're ready to give your sink a fresh look, consider hiring a local sink refinishing professional to get the job done right.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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