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Q How do I refinish my porcelain bathtub? A The refinishing or painting itself isn’t too difficult, but preparing the surface properly can be quite a hassle, even if the tub does not have chipped ...

Your 1950s bathroom is showing its age. It looks gray and dull. The tub`s enamel coating has long since worn away, and even a vigorous scrubbing with scouring powder fails to make it look clean and ...

Scrape the surfaces to be painted with a single-edge razor blade to remove soap scum buildup. Focus on areas under the soap tray and the tub or sink drain. Wipe all scrapings into a garbage bag.

Q. How do I go about refinishing my porcelain bathtub? A. The refinishing or painting itself isn’t too difficult, but preparing the surface properly can be quite a hassle, even if the tub does not ...

Has anyone had experience resurfacing the porcelain on an old clawfoot iron tub? If so, who does this sort of work and how much does it generally cost?

Q I bought a condo in which the former owner used self-stick decals in the bathtub to prevent slipping. After they were removed, they left a residue that I have not been able to get off. I have tried ...