How to update a stained bathtub

Sandra
by Sandra
I have a 60 year old bathtub in one of my bathrooms that became stained. We don't want to tear it out and replace it yet as it is a major job and major expense. I had it painted by professionals but that didn't last long. Any suggestions?
  1 answer
  • Had the contractor that did the past refinish used the proper materials and did the job correctly there should not have been an issue with the finish. Its not uncommon for refinished tubs to stain as the material although some are pretty good these days, is simply not the same as the porcelain finish that was done when the tub was made There are companies such as Bath Fitters that can install a complete cover over the tub and add some new fixtures making the tub look as though you did a complete tear out and replacement. Not so expensive as compared to a tear out and looks just like new.