i'm not sure if simple paint remover would be ok.....
2007-01-25 05:24:14 · 9 answers · asked by Niki 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I'm an interior decorator and I have run into this before. It really depends on what the surface of the tub is made of (porcelain, cast iron & enamel, fiberglass etc...) and what kind of paint was used. If wall paint was used you can use a heat gun to peel the paint away, or you can buy a chemical stripper. CAUTION: if your tub is a replica, both of these medthods will damage a fiberglass or plastic tub. If the tub was painted professionally with a good quality oil based epoxy, and if the paint is still in good shape (not peeling or flaking) you can have it repainted a color you like. If however, the tub is plastic or fiberglass and the paint is not in good shape, I hate to tell you this, but the easiest thing to do would be to rip out the tub and replace it.
2007-01-25 05:43:17 · answer #1 · answered by Aunt Bee 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The value of these tubs (if antique) can be very very high. I would get a price on having this tub refinished professionally. A DIY job my drastically decrease the value. If it is heavy and it has been painted, there is a good chance this is an antique.
Check around the internet to see what the market price is for a tub like yours - you may be surprised.
2007-01-25 06:50:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cant paint a porcelain tub. It needs to be refinished which involves the use of epoxies. It is a stinky job and best left for a pro who has the right tools products and skill. The key to the job lasting is the products used and the skill of the tradesman. Look for at least a 5 year finish warranty if you have it done.
2016-05-23 22:44:44 · answer #3 · answered by Deborah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a painting contractor and I also you suggest you get a pro to do it ,I have been in cases where we had to sandblast the old finish off and re finish the tub from scratch....it is a very involved project.
2007-01-25 09:38:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a Automotive painting shop and ask them. They might be able to remove it and redo it for a reasonable cost.
Usually it was done because the finish was bad.
2007-01-25 05:57:37 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try that Green stuff they sell on TV, I am sorry I cant recall the name, but it is suppose to be non toxic and remove paint easily and gently.
2007-01-25 06:01:59 · answer #6 · answered by mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try paint thinner.
2007-01-25 05:31:43 · answer #7 · answered by brittany 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello , Believe it or not there are professionals out there that can resurface your tub ... I suggest you dint even try it yourself ..
2007-01-25 05:33:56 · answer #8 · answered by xxxcaptain_howdyxxx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
zip strip
2007-01-25 05:31:56 · answer #9 · answered by alanharig 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋