Pour-On Method (Bathtub Refinishing)

If you’ve never heard of it: reglazing is a bit like giving your tub a fresh coat of “paint” — only it goes much deeper. Pour-on enamel bonds to the surface as one thick, glass-hard layer that covers stains, old peeling finishes and deep damage. The result looks brand-new, without brand-new costs or demolition.

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The method

How the pour-on method works

Most older Los Angeles homes and apartment buildings still have solid porcelain-enameled steel or cast-iron tubs that are worth saving. Usually only the surface is worn out — and that’s exactly what the pour-on method restores.

Strip the old surface. The tub is sanded down to the base material, then every chip and crack is repaired so the new enamel has something solid to grip.
Clean and degrease. We clear out all dust and debris, wash the tub thoroughly, degrease it with a special solution and dry it completely before any coating starts.
Apply the enamel — poured, not sprayed. We pour the enamel on by hand, starting along the top edge and working down the sides. No brushes or rollers (they leave lint and bristles behind); the excess is drawn off and the material levels itself into one smooth, glossy surface.

Small trick of the trade: we warm the tub with hot water before degreasing. It improves adhesion — and leaves an even smoother finish.

Pouring enamel onto a bathtub — the pour-on method

Done in an afternoon, ready tomorrow

The tub never leaves the bathroom — no demolition, no plumbing work, no torn-out tile. We protect the surrounding area, do the job and clean up after ourselves.

3–4 hfor the whole job — prep, repair, cleaning, enamel and cleanup

24 hlater the enamel is fully cured and the tub is ready to use

BATHTUB REGLAZING COST – PRICING

BEFORE AFTER

OUR SIGNATURE SERVICE

Bathtub Reglazing

Pour-On Method — 10× thicker than spray
5-year written warranty
Ready in 24 hours
Cast iron & steel tubs only
Odorless, safe for kids & pets

STARTING AT: $475 *tax included

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Why we use pour-on, not spray-on

Both finishes look glossy on day one. They don’t age the same way — which is why pour-on is the only method we use.

Pour-onSpray-on

Durability

A thick, flexible layer that resists peeling, cracking, chips and impact. Typically lasts 10–15+ years.

A much thinner coat that usually starts losing its shine within 1–2 years.

Cost

A little more upfront — but you refinish once. Several times cheaper over the life of the tub.

Cheaper on the invoice, then paid for again every couple of years when it needs redoing.

Time & smell

One application, about 3–4 hours; ready in 24. The enamel is solvent-free — virtually no smell, nobody has to leave the home.

Several coats with drying time between each, and a strong chemical smell that often forces everyone out.

Hygiene & upkeep

Dense, non-porous surface that resists dirt, rust and microbes. Cleans with a soft sponge and ordinary soap.

More porous — holds stains and needs harsh scrubbing, which wears the finish down even faster.

The bottom line

Pour-on wins on durability, long-term cost, turnaround, hygiene and upkeep. A sprayed tub looks fine for a season or two; a poured tub looks like new for years — and that’s the only kind of result we’re willing to put our name on.

Made for porcelain, steel and cast-iron tubs
Solvent-free enamel, safe for families, tenants and pets
5-year written warranty on every job

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Paul G.

★★★★★3 years ago

Great bathtub reglazing service! Quick, professional, and my tub looks new. Very happy with the results. Highly recommend!

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It was a pleasure working with you, and we're grateful for your positive review of our tub reglazing service. Thank you for trusting us with your project!

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