How to Reglaze a Tub?

Remove all items from the bathroom and ventilate the area

Turn off exhaust fans and cover vents if needed to control dust

Clean the tub thoroughly with a strong bathroom cleaner

Remove soap scum, grease, mildew, and mineral deposits

Rinse and dry the tub completely

Repair chips, cracks, and deep scratches with filler

Sand the entire tub surface to dull the finish

Wipe away all sanding dust

Mask off surrounding walls, fixtures, drains, and floors with tape and plastic

Apply a tub-safe etching or bonding cleaner if required by the product

Rinse and dry again according to product instructions

Mix the reglazing coating exactly as directed

Apply the first coat evenly with a sprayer, roller, or brush

Allow the first coat to flash or dry as directed

Apply additional coats as needed for full coverage

Keep the area dust-free while the coating cures

Allow the tub to cure for the full recommended time

Remove masking materials carefully

Reinstall fixtures and clean up the work area

Avoid using the tub until the coating has fully cured

Clean the reglazed tub only with non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaners

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