Tub Refinishing Tips for Beginners

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3 жыл бұрын

This video shares how to refinish a tub and is great for beginners. For more home improvement tips visit www.homerepairtutor.com/👍🏼
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Tub Refinishing for Beginners
0:25 Tools need for tub refinishing
2:44 How to remove bathtub overflow kit
3:30 How to remove caulk in bathtub
4:45 How to remove tub grout joint at floor tile
5:44 Set temperature in bathroom to 75 F
6:45 Sand bathtub with random orbital sander and etch with Lysol
7:28 How to remove tub drain without damaging tub
9:38 How to tape off floor and tub tile
12:49 How to mix epoxy tub refinisher
15:49 How to plan a tub refinishing project
17:46 How to apply epoxy tub refinishing product tub
35:36 How to remove tape from tub
38:27 How to caulk a bathtub
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DeWALT Random Orbital Sander - amzn.to/32QfYEi
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@MandieVPlays 2 жыл бұрын

Anytime I see a handyworker or contractor take the time to unscrew fixtures, they instantly earn my trust and respect for their work.

@PJErvin 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Why wouldn’t you want to finish the whole thing, so that you can change fixtures when you want, etc.?

@6xRedDevilx9 2 жыл бұрын

I've had so called " professionals" tape around them and then tell me that's how all the bathtub guys do it 🤣😅

@swiffcashthor 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree cause I'm a handyman

@wheelie642 2 жыл бұрын

@@6xRedDevilx9 This is when you have to be man enough tell a contractor that you don’t like how they are doing it and they must do it right or they will not get fully paid.

@r.d.9399 2 жыл бұрын

The small details and cleanliness are everything.

@thegem3588 2 күн бұрын

This is the most thorough demonstration of refinishing a tub.

@warrensmith1005 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is AWESOME!!!! He works as if he's working on his own home. They don't make them like this anymore.

@jelica9475 Жыл бұрын

They do but I can't afford a real skillsman with integrity. Thankfully he is willing to share his knowledge with all his experience to us for free !

@-themercyseat Жыл бұрын

Bathroom remodeling teacher

@garrettgiuffre7298 2 ай бұрын

I don't know how anyone could do any service for a living without treating it like your own

@juliemartin7124 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Your instruction helped me get my tub refinished and I am over the moon at the results!

@colsenball2949 11 ай бұрын

I have been examining the various videos and methods to resurface our tub for a few weeks. Your helpful hints and demonstration answered every question I have had, although I will have to adapt the drain removal and plugging to our concrete slab construction. I was leaning toward this particular product simply because of (a) only one coat, and (b) no need for ventilation. Using your tips that covered what others didn't, and using some of those other suggestions, I finally feel confident enough to start planning the job. fyi: 64 year old original steel and porcelain tub. It definitely needs the refinishing done. Thanks for being so thorough and informative with this demonstration video.

@fredbosco6104 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other commenters, very thorough, very easy wording, and exact way to do it is awesome! Thanks for making the video!

@erinhummel5334 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this informative tutorial!! My husband and I work full time and flip houses on the side and I was so nervous to do this but knew a new tub was too expensive. I have to say I'm pretty damn proud of myself with the job I did and I couldn't have done it without this video. I followed everything to a T 👍I wish I knew how or if I even could post a before and after picture because the difference is truly amazing !!!!! Ladies it's possible to transform your tub!!!! Thanks again :)

@roygumpel8415 9 ай бұрын

how bout Less Flipping of houses and More Affordable housing for lower income folks!! The big problem with America... money is GOD.

@odhi2280 6 ай бұрын

How is it holding up and did it start pilling off?

@ashleydavis1937 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!! Best video I've seen on this subject!! Good to see someone taking their time and putting pride into the work and doing it right.

@777bhana 10 ай бұрын

I got the same exact cast iron tub I’m definitely refurbishing it…… they don’t make tubs like they did back in 1948. The sucker’s like a tank.

@chriswilkinson3440 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid, nicely talked through and gave me the confidence to do my own.

@DJLIBERATORE7 5 ай бұрын

So glad you have included the unexpected difficulties with the tub drain. So often with other videos, the surprise problems are edited out. On the old properties, those problems are almost present. Very, very well done. A Big Thank You for your time and effort!

@lourdesa6774 Жыл бұрын

Amazing prep instructions - the most important part of any project! Thank you for such a thorough video

@erinf6810 Жыл бұрын

This is possible the best tutorial for anything on KZfaq. Thank you!

@genoadavidson2784 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the realistic step-by-step!! Great job!!

@scooby0068 5 ай бұрын

5 Star Video! Thank you for showing the day after final clean up and issues! That's a cut above everyone else right there. Your attention to detail will make my adventure much more successful I'm sure. Best tutorial video I've seen spanning dozens of topics from automotive to electronics and everything in between. I'm a commercial building supervisor for decades.

@garrlarry7734 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being so thorough, this really makes it not feel like such a nightmare

@iliketakingshowers 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a plumber and removing the drain on an old tub is a big no no. It can break off or even leak underneath. This is a big deal if you're trying to do this in an apartment, where your neighbor will have to deal with the consequences. While I do agree that the best finish product will come from removing the drain or the "shoe"(as it's called in the plumbing industry), it might be worthwhile just painting over it. Great video

@chichaclutch14 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!

@chirobob12 Жыл бұрын

What about a steel Tub. Bob

@chichaclutch14 Жыл бұрын

@@chirobob12 cast iron you mean?

@iliketakingshowers Жыл бұрын

@@chirobob12 same thing, if the drain looks like it's been there forever, do not try to remove the shoe. If you're in a private house where you can easily access the drain from underneath, then go for it. If in an apartment, don't even think about it!

@awake8806 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this warning

@pcm7315 2 жыл бұрын

Have the same kind of tub. Getting under my house requires contortions I no longer care to try, so I will tape off drain. If I have to touch up later - I'm OK with that, but agree removing drain is best practice. The tub came out beautiful. Kudos for not taking easy way out with the drain.

@raheemonibudo5419 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is a very informative, tutorial video. He never stopped talking and telling his viewers every little details. Great job! 👍👍👍👍👍. Thank you. I watched another before his, it was video with no audio. The guy didn't even let his know what he was doing.

@docdoctme 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! You are a good teacher. Thanks for the detailed instructions.

@annatovchigrechko739 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same tub, wanted to refinish it to honor the bones of my mid century home

@jmkelly7710 Жыл бұрын

I just used your video to do my tub, thanks for all your help! So much better than the product website video 👍👍👍

@johnm2617 2 жыл бұрын

This is the right way to refinish a tub ! Drain gotta come out ! Cleaning and sanding makes a big difference ! I'm a plumber ! 35 years ! Next best thing would be replace the whole shoot n match ! Great job buddy !!!!!

@anthonyohare2268 Жыл бұрын

I've refinished many tubs and I tape the drain off every time if not painting over it

@richardcoulter9146 Жыл бұрын

The most thorough DYI video I have ever seen. I have a huge deep cast iron double sink in the kitchen. House also built in the 50's with the same bathtub. I will attempt the sink, and then the tub, if the sink goes well. Thank You. I'm subscribing to your youtube page.

@danielford4216 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, followed your instructions and the tub looks like brand new

@fishingpinky3165 2 жыл бұрын

You are an ARTIST!

@liutangdege 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly I am looking for. Thank you so much for the video.

@AnyaProhaszka 6 ай бұрын

I followed this video step-by-step and my tub turned out amazing! Definately watch this video if you are reglazing a tub. It has all the advice you will need!

@Esianegg 2 жыл бұрын

Love it when you go thru the tools and items

@vinceagnes 3 жыл бұрын

Great job. Excellent description of process.

@stevesloat4670 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Gives us DIY people little more confidence. Looks nice

@garyofnyc 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome prep and tips thank you!

@jamescoulton5138 Жыл бұрын

You are making the world a better place . Thank you

@reneebanbury7066 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial with very helpful tips! Thank you!

@odemoura 3 жыл бұрын

You have the best tutorial on this project!!!

@HomeRepairTutor 3 жыл бұрын

thank you 🙏🏼

@artiechavez.5568 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the pro demonstration, I said wow!

@xxtacowarriorxx6440 2 жыл бұрын

Recommend getting a piece of the painters tape sticky side up and running the roller over it. Pulls the loose fibers out so you don't have to worry as much about fibers in the paint or epoxy. Don't recommend using other tape though

@amirsayyad3685 2 жыл бұрын

There are no fibers if you’re using a foam roller as recommended.

@xxtacowarriorxx6440 2 жыл бұрын

@@amirsayyad3685 there are if you're painting and not using epoxy.

@SayLessBmore Жыл бұрын

Ayee Ayee Ayee No.. can’t give secrets of real painters to everyone. Man 🤦🏽 😂

@xxtacowarriorxx6440 Жыл бұрын

@@SayLessBmore just wait till you see this one trick! It has homeowners everywhere painting their own cabinets!

@SayLessBmore Жыл бұрын

@@xxtacowarriorxx6440 😂😂 good one.. I’ll be waiting. Just make sure you use oil base paint.

@phillipallsopp4376 Жыл бұрын

This is great! Thank you very much. I have one of these cast iron tubs. It is pink and I am refurbishing the bathroom but did not want to remove the tub and ruin the tiles so I opted for refinishing with Ekopel 2K. A BIG thumbs up to you. You have covered all of the important steps that are missing from other videos and made it so very simple. Now I can refurbish my tub with confidence. Thanks a million!!

@brettbretterson6062 2 жыл бұрын

Very thorough tutorial. Thank you.

@earthkeepinggreen7763 2 жыл бұрын

I love your passion! Thanks for sharing! I have watched a few of your bathroom projects.

@naomihernandez279 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing I appreciate your step by step to restore the beauty of this vintage bathtub great job 💯

@glennchophel342 Жыл бұрын

Amazing work with details and clear communication. Thanks 👍

@A00191095 Жыл бұрын

thank for the video and take your time to explaining all the techniques

@gregorylee9763 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! for this great tutorial,... thoroughly educational and informative with good tips.

@freddielong2275 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I have the very same tub that I was going to replace but now I'm confident that I can save it. You did a great and detailed job. I'm also going to use the same product for the job. Thanks again.

@sidazrbaycanl3050 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. Thank you.

@erikandersen4811 2 жыл бұрын

This was super helpful. Thank you. 🙂

@pd9922 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Thanks!

@pamchappell8258 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! You've been so helpful and gave really great advice. I'm going to try and tackle my tube because of your video. I'm so glad I found your channel. 👍

@Breezie4091 2 жыл бұрын

Great professional advice.

@brandonfujikawa133 2 жыл бұрын

Good video 👍🏼 I'm trying to do this just looking for the right steps n right product. I'll give it a shot🤞🏼

@ivanxyz1 2 жыл бұрын

You do a thorough job.

@DavidStahlOLDHAPPyMACs 2 жыл бұрын

That Came Out Fantastic

@michaelm9621 Жыл бұрын

This man loves what he does. ❤

@ginabryant6330 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched 50 of these videos yours was on point it was real and gave good points... I feel confident I can do this now thank you!!

@catherinestewart8724 2 жыл бұрын

Did you do it, and how did it turn out? Also, did you end up doing the part about removing the drain area and having a cup underneath the tub? I'm not sure I have access so that would be a concern.

@ginabryant6330 2 жыл бұрын

@@catherinestewart8724 yes Catherine I did… I was so nervous 😬 but it turned out great!! I did the cup and I removed the drained covered the knobs with plastic bags and tape!!

@catherinestewart8724 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you!

@farisasmith7109 3 жыл бұрын

This was a good tutorial. Very detailed. My tubs have been taken out to fix a plumbing issue so I plan to reglaze them while they are out. One of the rubs is burgundy. I hope this will cover that. Thanks again.

@turboflush 2 жыл бұрын

Reglazing using something like this or more original baked in coating?

@mindypham6640 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Your instructions help me to refinish my bath tube

@eaj2900 7 ай бұрын

Maybe it was lighting and the camera but after he throughly cleaned the tub it looked perfect before painting

@kmanley4357 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!! this was such a big help!!

@user-lv7gy3wm6n 11 ай бұрын

That was masterful. Thank you!

@gerytremaine488 Жыл бұрын

Great job and instructions on the product……very informative 👍👍👍

@user-yp8pe6gt7j 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this real video showing everything that can and will happen doing a huge transformation like this!! Going to try doing my tub now after your excellent instruction! 👍👍👏unfortunately I got another paint kit but had excellent reviews so hopefully it’ll work

@rachelwhitaker4081 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Job! Well done!🎯💯💯💯👍👍

@loumonte658 Жыл бұрын

Great tips and explanation.

@davidvitch177 2 жыл бұрын

a real pro, great job!

@vincemorath676 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@Wire-Free 2 жыл бұрын

thanks, I'm about to do two tubs in my fixer-upper project! The soapy water was a good last minute tip...

@douglashank9539 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you.

@agnes3847 2 ай бұрын

Wow, great instructional video. I feel confident moving forward with this project now for my 1950 porcelain tub refinish. Thank you. I am subscribing to your channel today!

@lamondlambe5922 Жыл бұрын

Very good video,it helped me to be completely confident on how to do a good job!

@MM-vy3fm Жыл бұрын

Googled refinishing a bathtub and the first video was identical tub. Even the floor tile matched. Thanks for the video. I fortunately have full height access from below.

@dianevessels2632 2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Great video.

@michaelnelson2951 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks.

@YouTubestopsharingmyrealname 5 ай бұрын

Excellent! I have the exact same tub in my home. good info; I want to redo mine and I don't feel like coughing up for a new one.

@moneyfornothing3264 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👏🏽 Thank you.

@gangstarrlizz1988 2 жыл бұрын

Ive watched 4 other tub and tile refinishing videos and this one is EXPERT KNOWLEDGE! The best tip I learned was to not treat the glaze as a paint and make paint motion but rather let gravity pull the glaze and of course help it along the way! I do want to remove and replace the drains rings as well !

@TrojanStarryNight 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a professional who know what to do and provided all the information needed to make this a manageable project. I have the same exact tub and will be doing this and following your direction. Awesome Job! Now I just need to replace my trap and tip lever with original type replacements.

@twincherry4958 2 жыл бұрын

Looks too messy

@lesliesmith660 2 жыл бұрын

This video was informative and a confidence builder for a novice

@MAGAMAN 2 жыл бұрын

A professional would spray the tub. This is big time amateur hour.

@jacobashley2842 10 ай бұрын

@@MAGAMANI own a refinishing company and this is very true. Professionals spray the glaze on

@jamesblevins6042 7 ай бұрын

awesome can do. thanks for all ur tips.

@bhboy457 10 ай бұрын

Very informative video. Detailed work.

@Fuzziefeelings 2 жыл бұрын

You are so thorough...i so wish you could come to South Africa and redo my botched tub.....two thumbs up👍👍

@chrissimon8403 3 жыл бұрын

Another great job boys!!

@HomeRepairTutor 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@sambach7923 Жыл бұрын

Amazing job

@handmadeDenver 2 жыл бұрын

You shot my beginner confidence at the part where you're under the tub with a blow torch trying to break loose the drain. Maybe that $1450 estimate I got to refinish the tub and tile includes the blowtorch drain removal!

@catherinestewart8724 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, I can relate.

@hawksnestinvest 3 жыл бұрын

A nice job, thanks

@hatzlmike1 2 жыл бұрын

Exceptional.

@marclepage1640 2 жыл бұрын

Good job man!

@stevenocchionero5262 2 жыл бұрын

excelent veido i appreciate all the specific details and how to do it thank you 🌄

@lloyd1821 Жыл бұрын

Super awesome great video

@jonaldridge7872 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@FireEater 9 ай бұрын

Whenever I see your videos I know they're legit👍🏻🇺🇸

@farealwitit7947 2 жыл бұрын

wat an awesome vid! thx!!!

@NIO777 Жыл бұрын

WOW double WOW! Fantastic look. I was looking into this non toxic fumes brand repair resurface kit wondering if i could do the job successfully? Your video has given me confidence and tips that will definetly make this old yellowed apartment bath tub look like brand new once again. Your Hired ;) lol

@anamorton3771 2 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 job!

@tlgrantham 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@weeverob Жыл бұрын

in the directions they say to tape the outside of the tub along the floor 1/8 of an inch up from the floor. I just slapped the tape on the floor and on the tub then used a paint mixing stick that was 1/8th of an inch thick as a straight edge to guide my utility knife as i cut off the excess tape that was on the tub. also, for the drain I removed the chrome drain cover, took a 3 inch x 5 inch strip of manila folder, rolled it into tube and when inserted into the drain opening it expanded like a spring closing off the drain. when the epoxy has set but not hardened at that time peel off the tape.

@patrickflannery7263 2 жыл бұрын

I've had one of them linoleum bags in my go bag for years all the time sharpened it so many times it's about time for a new one

@canadiantechprep 3 ай бұрын

Man this saved me an entire $5000.oo reno by using the Lysol toilet bowl cleaner. I left it on the tub to go get more hardware and when I came back the tub was nearly back to it's original condition...I was costing out a new tub and this saved my ass. Many thanks dude!

@sarahfries4774 Жыл бұрын

This video was amazingly perfect!! I was able to completely redo my tub (the exact same model) and it turned out perfect ❤ Thank you thank you thank you!!

@Thom_Yorky Жыл бұрын

Sarah.. Please come refinish mine!!!

@fancy8365 Жыл бұрын

Has it lasted though? Already did mine once almost have the previous spray type paint kit removed... really don't want to do this a second time for it not to work.

@sarahfries4774 Жыл бұрын

@@fancy8365 mine has held up perfectly :)

@fancy8365 Жыл бұрын

@@sarahfries4774 thanks for reply. Did you use his exact kit I have a different one

@sarahfries4774 Жыл бұрын

@@fancy8365 I used the exact kit he showed in the video :)

@keithpovec6462 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I won't be able to take my drain out and put any kind of bucket underneath. Slab house and the tub is almost touching the concrete. And I am also afraid to remove the drain cover due to the high risk of the drain itself breaking. Cast iron pipes....

@michaelm9621 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video on the net explaining in great detail what needs to be done. Will this product work on stand up shower stalls?