A dull or chipped tub in Portsmouth does not need a demolition crew. It needs one technician, one day and a sprayed finish that shines.
One number reaches the technician who would hold the gun. The figure comes on the call, not after a visit.
(866) 951-0558The voice on the line belongs to the trade, not to a switchboard reading a script. Two minutes of plain description are enough to price a standard tub.
If you are tired of looking at that ugly stained surface every time you step into the bathroom we have a quick and affordable fix for you. Our local team specializes in giving worn out bathroom fixtures a beautiful shiny new coat right in your home. This simple process saves you thousands of dollars compared to a messy demo job.
Actually, nobody enjoys the thought of workers ripping out walls just to replace a faded cast iron basin. That hassle gets old real fast! Our special technique coats your existing setup with a tough high gloss finish that looks brand new.
This means you get to keep your original layout while skipping the massive plumbing bills. We even offer a completely free estimate to show you how easy the whole process is.
First, we clean the entire area with industrial strength cleaners to remove decades of soap scum and hard water deposits. This step is super important because even a tiny bit of grease can ruin the final bond.
Next, we fix any ugly chips or deep scratches with a specialized polyester filler. We sand these spots completely flat so you can never tell they were there in the first place.
After that, we apply a chemical bonding agent that acts like superglue between the old porcelain and our new coating. We then spray several layers of a high tech acrylic urethane topcoat.
To get that factory smooth look we use professional HVLP spray guns rather than rollers or brushes. This approach prevents any brush strokes or uneven runs from ruining your shiny new surface.
Which means your upgraded fixture will look incredibly sleek and reflect light beautifully. You will definitely do a double take when you walk in and see the sparkling results.
Once the spraying is done the new surface needs about twenty-four hours to cure and harden completely. We always explain how to care for it so you do not accidentally scratch the fresh finish.
As a result of this quick curing time you can use your shower again the very next day. This speedy turnaround is perfect for busy households with only one bathroom.
Now, let us talk about the cold hard cash you save by choosing this smart restoration path. A brand new unit might seem cheap at the home improvement store but the hidden costs will absolutely shock you.
For starters, you have to pay a contractor to demo your old surround and haul away the heavy debris. Then you need a plumber to hook up the new drain and match the old pipes.
By the time you pay for tiling and drywall repairs your small weekend project has turned into a giant financial headache. Our on site renewal service bypasses all of that chaos in just a few hours.
| Project Aspect | Full Replacement Path | Our Restoration Method |
|---|---|---|
| Total Cost | Very high due to labor and plumbing | Highly affordable and budget friendly |
| Time to Complete | Several days or even weeks of mess | Usually finished in a single afternoon |
| Demolition Needed | Yes, walls and tiles must be broken | No, the original fixture stays in place |
On top of the financial savings you also help the environment by keeping heavy cast iron and steel out of local landfills. It feels great to make an eco friendly choice that also keeps your wallet happy.
Living in our historic Virginia seaport near the Elizabeth River means dealing with older houses that have tons of character. Many homes in this independent city of 95,311 residents feature gorgeous antique clawfoot units that are worth saving.
However, finding modern replacements that fit those unique vintage dimensions is almost impossible. Our skilled technicians love preserving these classic features for local homeowners.
Whether your property sits in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,224 or you are fixing up a rental unit, we have got you covered. We regularly service homes all across the ZIP codes of 23701, 23702, 23703, and 23704.
These older properties often have thick plaster walls that are easily damaged during a major renovation. By choosing our surface renewal option you protect the structural integrity of your historic home.
To keep your shiny new finish looking awesome for years you must avoid abrasive cleaning powders. Harsh chemicals like bleach or gritty scrubs will dull the surface over time.
Instead, you should use mild dish soaps or specialized non abrasive aerosol cleaners. A quick wipe with a microfiber cloth after each shower works wonders for preventing soap buildup.
This simple routine ensures your bathroom stays bright and clean without requiring hours of painful scrubbing. You will actually save time on your weekly chores thanks to the non porous finish.
Because we can also coat the surrounding tiles at the same time you can seal up those annoying grout joints. This extra step stops mold and mildew from growing in the damp cracks.
This lets you enjoy a clean hygienic space without constantly scrubbing with a toothbrush... which is honestly the worst chore ever. Your family will appreciate the clean environment.
We can also apply a helpful slip resistant texture to the bottom of the basin during the spraying process. This safety feature is fantastic for kids and elderly family members who might slip on wet porcelain.
This clever addition gives you peace of mind without needing those ugly stick on rubber mats. Those old mats actually trap dirt and can ruin your beautiful new finish.
Are you ready to transform your outdated bathroom into a bright clean space you can be proud of? We make the entire starting process as simple and stress free as possible.
Our friendly local experts will come right to your door to inspect your current fixture and explain your options. We provide a detailed written quote with absolutely no hidden fees or obligations.
Stop putting up with that dingy rusty look and give your home the affordable upgrade it deserves. Reach out to us today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward a beautiful bathroom.
Three quiet stages carry the whole result. They are also the ones nobody sees in the after photo.
Stage 1 of 3
A reglaze fails or lasts on what happens before the gun comes out. The old surface gets scrubbed of soap film and silicone, etched or primed so the new material has something to grip, then wet sanded until it feels like fine paper. Skip any of that and the prettiest coat in the world lets go within a year, which is exactly the story most peeling tubs tell us.
Stage 2 of 3
Chips, rust blooms and worn drain rings are ground back to sound material and rebuilt with polyester filler, then sanded flush until a fingertip cannot find the spot. Coating over damage only photographs well on day one; a repair you cannot feel is what keeps the finish honest for years.
Stage 3 of 3
The topcoat goes on in fine sprayed passes with an extractor pulling air out the window the whole time. Sprayed layers flow together into one even skin, which is why the result reads as gloss rather than as paint. Brushes and rollers leave the texture that gives cheap refinishing its reputation.
Three real ways out of a worn tub. We only do the first one, so the other two columns are simply what we would tell a friend.
| The question | Reglazing in place | Acrylic liner | Full replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| What a standard tub costs | $350 to $800 | $1,600 to $4,000 | $3,000 to $10,000 once walls and plumbing join in |
| Bathroom out of action | One day, then the cure | Weeks of lead time, then a fitting day | One to two weeks of trades |
| Demolition involved | None at all | None, but the old tub is sealed inside | Walls opened, floor patched, debris hauled |
| Honest life expectancy | Five years and up when cared for | Long, unless water creeps between the shells | Decades |
| Watch out for | Prep shortcuts by cut-rate crews | A spongy feel and hidden moisture | The budget doubling mid-project |
If your tub is cracked through, actively leaking underneath, or you simply want a different fixture, reglazing is the wrong tool, a verdict you will hear on the very first call.
Pass 1
Soap scum, silicone and old wax stripped, then the surface etched or bonded so the coating can bite.
Pass 2
Every ding ground out, filled and sanded flush. The repairs disappear under the coating instead of through it.
Pass 3
Tile, faucet, floor and glass papered off. Overspray lands on masking paper, never on grout or chrome.
Pass 4
Primer, then gloss coats laid on in thin passes until the surface reads as one poured skin.
Pass 5
The finish hardens on its own clock, 24 to 48 hours. We tape the door and leave the tub in peace.
Pass 6
Old caulk goes out with the old finish. A new mildew-resistant bead seals tub to tile on the way out.
A reglazed tub is your old tub wearing a professional coating. That is a fine thing to be, as long as everyone knows it going in.
A sprayed acrylic urethane skin, bonded to prepared porcelain, steel or fiberglass. It is smooth, glossy, warm to the touch and fully waterproof. Done properly it gives five years and more of daily service, and plenty of our tubs sail well past that with nothing but gentle cleaning.
It is not factory enamel fired onto iron at kiln temperatures, and no honest refinisher will tell you otherwise. It can be scratched by grit, dulled by harsh powders and lifted by standing water in a spot where caulk has failed. It is a durable coating, not a new tub, and it is priced like one.
Two minutes
ZIP, what the tub is made of, what bothers you about it. Said out loud it goes faster than typing, and a photo can follow later if the case is odd.
The same call
The technician who would do the work asks his questions and names a firm figure for a standard job, then confirms it in writing before any van is booked.
You set the date
One van, one technician, drop cloths from the front door to the bathroom. Water off for nothing; only the tub is out of service.
Most of that day
Damage filled and sanded, the room masked, extractor running, then the primer and gloss coats go on in thin, even passes.
24 to 48 hours
The finish hardens untouched, the new caulk bead goes in, and you run the first bath knowing exactly what was done and what to expect of it.
| What we quote | Typical range | Reading the number |
|---|---|---|
| Standard bathtub, reglazed complete | $350 - $800 | Clean, etch, repairs, sprayed gloss and fresh caulk. |
| Chip or rust repair alone | $150 - $300 | When the finish is sound and only one wound needs closing. |
| Clawfoot tub, inside and out | $700 - $1,300 | Two surfaces, more masking, and paint-grade feet if you wish. |
| Shower pan or base | $300 - $550 | Same process on the floor you stand on every morning. |
| Caulk renewal with the job | $90 - $180 | Old bead cut out, mildew-resistant line laid in. |
| Small job minimum | around $250 | The van, the materials and the cure time exist even for tiny work. |
Heavy previous coatings that must be stripped, unusual colors and badly pitted iron push a job toward the top of its bracket. The written price reaches you before the van is even loaded, and it holds.
Ventilation is not a courtesy, it is part of the job. The extractor runs from the first solvent wipe to the last sprayed pass, pulling air out the window instead of through your hallway, and the technician wears supplied air even when the household has gone out for the day. By the evening the bathroom smells like a bathroom again.
The materials are the professional two-part systems made for this trade, mixed fresh on site, never the single-can kits sold next to the paint rollers. It is the difference between a finish that cures into a hard skin and one that stays soft enough to peel at the drain within a season, and it is most of the reason our work carries a written workmanship promise against peeling and loss of adhesion.
And the schedule respects the cure. We tell you in writing when the tub goes back into service, 24 hours for most jobs and 48 for the cautious ones, because handing a family a beautiful surface and letting them ruin it that same night helps nobody. If anything in our workmanship lets go early, the technician comes back and makes it right without a discussion about whose fault the water was.
Strong while spraying, gone surprisingly fast. The extractor vents the room to the outside for the whole job around Portsmouth, so the rest of the home stays livable, and by the next morning the odor has left with the fumes. Pregnant households and bird owners get the frank version of this talk before booking.
Between 24 and 48 hours after the final coat, and the exact time is written on the paperwork you keep. The first bath is not a gamble; it is a date.
Any color. The most common request is retiring an avocado, pink or almond tub to white, and the coating is tinted before it is sprayed, so the new color is in the material rather than painted over it.
Yes. The prep changes, the primer changes, the result reads the same. Fiberglass with soft, flexing spots gets extra reinforcement talk first, because coating a moving floor is how warranties die.
Now the old coating comes fully off, which is honest work we price plainly, and then the job proceeds as if the tub had never been touched. Peeling almost always means the first crew skipped the etch or sprayed over silicone, not that your tub rejects coatings.
Five years is the floor we are comfortable promising out loud, not the ceiling. With soft cleaners, no standing mats and caulk kept sound, these finishes routinely serve a decade. What we refuse to do is whisper twenty and hope you lose our number.
Zoom for the lay of the land; the link lists further down name every community the van reaches from here.
The technician who picks up when you call works these streets, so the ledger below is home turf rather than trivia.
Somewhere under that worn surface is the tub you chose. One day brings it back.
Call (866) 951-0558