If your tub is really bad there are companies that put a new topper on to totally cover it. (Bathfitters) We looked into repainting our whirlpool and tiles and the top negative comments were the chemical smell was very overpowering and might never go away.
There are companies that do this. Also companies that slide a vinyl tub shell over your tub. I choose the vinyl shell after hearing from a lot of people that having it sprayed does not hold up- and I was staying in my home for a long time. The vinyl people gave me a lifetime guarantee.
Daughter had hers professionally reglazed. Beautiful job that is still lovely years later. Get references. Do in summer when there is ventilation and you can go outside.
I was wondering if you could help me with something -- I have an entirely oak kitchen. I know it's the rage now to paint or gel stain cabinets. I've been considering ...
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Rust- Oleum or Homax tub and tile paint kits.
Tubs CAN be painted, but one suspects you might want to have it professionally done for the greatest durability.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9m1kBzOjhI
Yes you can but it would be a better idea to have it reglazed.
You can buy a glazing kit.
If your tub is really bad there are companies that put a new topper on to totally cover it. (Bathfitters) We looked into repainting our whirlpool and tiles and the top negative comments were the chemical smell was very overpowering and might never go away.
It can be done. I'd have a pro do it. It is very involved and there are chemicals involved you don't want to handle yourself.
There are companies that do this. Also companies that slide a vinyl tub shell over your tub. I choose the vinyl shell after hearing from a lot of people that having it sprayed does not hold up- and I was staying in my home for a long time. The vinyl people gave me a lifetime guarantee.
http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/skills-and-know-how/painting/tips-from-the-pros-on-painting-bathtubs-and-tile
The professional paint job in my bathroom did not hold up. Paint peeled from tub and porcelain tiles in a relatively short time.
Daughter had hers professionally reglazed. Beautiful job that is still lovely years later. Get references. Do in summer when there is ventilation and you can go outside.