Bathtub Resurfacing: Like-New Finish Without Replacement

Bathtub resurfacing is the process of restoring an existing tub's outer layer (the part you see, touch, and clean) without replacing the tub underneath. Years of use leave surface stains, dullness, microscopic pitting, and accumulated soap residue that can't be cleaned away no matter how hard you scrub. Resurfacing covers all of that with a bonded coating that looks and feels new.

The terms "resurfacing," "redoing a bathtub," and "bathtub restoration" all describe the same process. So does "bathtub refinishing" and "bathtub reglazing." Whatever name you used to find us, you're at the right company.

What resurfacing is not: it's not a paint job, it's not a DIY kit, and it's not a temporary touch-up. A professionally resurfaced tub holds up for 15+ years or longer with normal care. We back every residential job with a 5-year warranty in writing.

When does a tub need resurfacing?

• Stains that won't scrub out, hard water marks, rust from a drip, mineral buildup
• A dull or rough surface that traps soap residue and feels gritty to the touch
• Small chips or cracks that have started to expose the underlying surface
• A dated color that's making the bathroom feel decades old (color change is included)
• Hairline cracks in a fiberglass tub that need repair before they get worse
• A previously refinished tub where the old coating has peeled, yellowed, or worn through

For full service details, see our main Bathtub Refinishing page.