The best DIY bathtub refinishing kits are 2-part epoxies you can apply by pouring on without spraying or rolling with a paint roller. There are only two kits available in the market that allow you to pour it on: Ekopel 2K and Armoglaze. Between the 2 Armoglaze is the best one because it is made in the US and for its self adjusting properties

If you’re looking to paint your bath you’re going to need one that will adhere to the surface of a bath. You will be taking lots of baths and showers so you need a paint that can endure a lot of water. You will want to look for a paint that is epoxy-based. The best ones are 2-part systems

That tub you think is plastic is either fiberglass or acrylic and yes you can reglaze it. But, unlike a bath made from metal or fiberglass the preparation of the surface is very different

From a cost perspective, bathtub reglazing compared to replacing a bath offers a lot of savings. The average cost to replace a tub is over $3500 compared to $500 for resurfacing a bath. There are other things you need to consider

It takes approximately 3 – 4 hours to resurface a tub. It doesn’t matter if you hire a professional to do this or if you decide to refinish it yourself. The process is the same

In the past professional bath refinishers were the only ones that could paint or refinish tubs. In recent years DIYers have been able to paint their own baths. This has been made possible with the new innovative bath paint products. This is what you’ll need to do

Your bath is peeling because it was previously painted. It’s possible that the paint or enamel used was cheap. The paint could be failing because the person applying the paint did a bad job cleaning the surface. Or it could just be normal wear and tear. Here’s how you solve this problem

When you reglaze or refinish your tub there is normally a smell or odour. But, are these odours toxic? It depends on the product that is being used. Traditional bath refinishers apply their paint using a compressor and sprayer. There are also paint strippers that they use that are very dangerous and toxic. There are safer alternatives that allow you to tackle this project without having to worry about your health or safety

With the proper care and maintenance your new bath paint job can last between 10 – 15 years. Not all bath paints are made equal so if you choose the wrong paint or solution your bath may only last for 1 – 2 years. Here’s what you need to know