Bathtub Restoration Article
When an old bathtub becomes dull, stained, or chipped, many homeowners try the simplest solution — buying a “tub & tile” paint kit and repainting the surface themselves. It seems cheap and easy, but in reality, it almost always fails within a few months.
Why DIY Bathtub Painting Never Lasts — And Why Professional Refinishing Works (With a 5-Year Warranty)
Here is why paint doesn’t last, and why professional refinishing holds up for 5+ years, making it the only reliable restoration method.
❌ 1. DIY paint is not designed for bathtubs
Store-bought paint:
- does not adhere well to glossy enamel;
- is not resistant to heat, moisture, and cleaning products;
- chips, scratches, and peels quickly;
- turns yellow over time.
Most DIY paint jobs start failing in 1–3 months:
- peeling,
- bubbling,
- cracking,
- stains,
- rough texture that traps dirt.
❌ 2. Paint does not bond to the surface
DIY kits simply lay a thin layer of paint on top of the old surface.
There is no chemical etching, no industrial primer, no deep preparation.
As a result, any pressure, heat, or scrubbing causes the paint to peel away.
❌ 3. Paint cannot handle bathtub conditions
A bathtub is exposed to:
- 100% humidity,
- hot water,
- abrasion,
- pressure,
- cleaning chemicals.
Household paint is not engineered for these conditions.
✔️ Why Professional Refinishing Lasts 5+ Years
Professional re-glazing is not paint.
It is a multi-step industrial restoration process.
✔️ 1. Deep preparation and chemical etching
Our process includes:
- machine sanding,
- acid etching,
- industrial degreasing,
- repairing chips, rust, and cracks,
- surface leveling.
This ensures maximum adhesion.
✔️ 2. Industrial-grade coatings, not paint
We use a 2-component urethane-epoxy coating designed specifically for bathtubs.
It is:
- heat-resistant,
- waterproof,
- chemical-resistant,
- smooth and glossy,
- long-lasting (5–10 years).
✔️ 3. Looks like a brand-new factory finish
After refinishing, your bathtub becomes:
- glossy,
- smooth,
- bright white,
- durable,
- beautiful.
✔️ 4. 5-year warranty
We proudly provide a 5-year warranty on all refinishing work.
If anything goes wrong — we fix it for free.
DIY painting can’t even come close.
✔️ Conclusion
If you need a temporary fix, paint might last a few weeks.
But if you want a bathtub that looks and feels new, with a surface that lasts years, professional refinishing is the only option worth considering.
