Bathtub refinishing questions, answered
Everything people ask us before booking — the method, the price, the smell, the wait, and what we will and will not take on.
The basics
What is bathtub refinishing?
It is restoring the surface of your existing tub in place. We sand the old enamel, repair chips and rust, and pour a new coating over the whole tub. It cures into a hard, glossy white finish. Reglazing and resurfacing mean the same thing.
Which tubs do you refinish?
Porcelain-enameled cast iron and steel bathtubs, including clawfoot tubs. Nothing else.
Do you refinish fiberglass or acrylic tubs, sinks, tile or shower pans?
No. If a magnet does not stick to your tub it is plastic, and we do not refinish it. We also do not work on sinks, tile, countertops or shower pans.
What colors do you offer?
Glossy white only. The starting color does not matter.
Do you fix a single chip or just one area?
No. A patch never matches and fails at its edges, so we always refinish the entire tub. Chips are repaired as part of that.
The visit
How long does it take?
About three hours for one tub.
When can I use the tub?
24 hours after we finish.
Do I need to prepare anything?
No. We handle all of the prep. The only thing we ask is that the faucet does not drip — a leak onto the fresh finish would mark it, so have a dripping faucet fixed beforehand.
Do I have to be home?
Someone needs to let us in and see the result at the end. In between you are free to work, run errands or stay in another room.
Will there be a smell?
No. The coating is odorless and nothing is sprayed, so there is no mist and there are no fumes. It is fine to stay home, with children and pets.
What about the Arizona heat?
The coating cures at ordinary indoor temperature. Keep your air conditioning running as usual for the first day and it will cure as it should.
Do you work on weekends?
We work Monday through Saturday.
Price and payment
How much does it cost?
$475 for a standard cast iron or steel tub, with repairs and new caulk included.
What could make it cost more?
A tub that was refinished before and is now peeling (+$100 to remove the old coating), rust that has gone right through the metal, or an address at the far edge of the metro area. You will know the exact total before we come.
Do you take a deposit?
No. You pay when the job is done.
How can I pay?
Zelle, cash or check with no fee, or by card with a 3% processing fee.
The finish
How long will it last?
Up to 15 years with ordinary use and non-abrasive cleaning.
What does the warranty cover?
Peeling or lifting of the coating for five years. It is written on your receipt. Damage from abrasive cleaners, impacts, scratches or leaks is not covered.
How do I clean a refinished tub?
With a soft sponge and a mild liquid cleaner or dish soap. No powders, no scouring pads, no pumice stone. Full care guide.
Will hard water stain it?
Minerals can dry on any surface. On a smooth, glossy finish they wipe off easily — the key is not letting scale build up. Rinse and wipe the tub after use when you can.
Is the bottom slippery?
The finish looks glossy, but customers tell us it does not feel slippery underfoot. If you want extra grip, a rubber bath mat is fine — just lift it out after each use.
Can I use a bath mat?
Yes. Unlike a thin sprayed finish, a poured coating is not harmed by a mat. The one rule: take the mat out after every bath or shower so water is not trapped under it.
Send a photo. Get a real price today.
No home visit needed for a quote. A photo of the tub is enough for us to confirm the price and offer a date.
- Text a photo of your tub to (602) 733-0000, or use the form.
- We confirm the price — $475 for a standard tub — and a day.
- One visit of about 3 hours. The tub is ready to use 24 hours later.