Can an old,( 1970's) plastic tub surround be painted?

Dena Bailey
by Dena Bailey
  5 answers
  • Rachel Rachel on May 11, 2017

    Plastic bathtub refinishing is similar to the process of refinishing and repairing porcelain and fiberglass bathtubs. First, the surface must be chemically cleaned to remove any soap scum, mineral deposits, or body oils. Next, all cracks and chips are filled and sanded smooth. Apply tub and tile self leveling paint (at all hardware stores) and let it cure. Beautiful bathtub in a day.

  • Bobbie Bobbie on May 11, 2017

    There is a tutorial at www.domesticimperfection.com She did a fantastic job and will answer a lot of your questions.

  • Dena Bailey Dena Bailey on May 12, 2017


    Thanks Rachel. Do you know if it can be finished so that the plastic looks like porcelain?

  • Dena Bailey Dena Bailey on May 12, 2017

    Thanks Bobbi.

  • Jlay Jlay on May 21, 2017

    I went to the above website. She has a lot of great ideas but found nothing on painting the plastic bathtub walls