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  Mistake 1: Treating Prep Like a Quick Wipe-Down   Prep takes the longest and matters the most. Soap scum, oils, and old caulk have to come completely off. Leave anything behind and the new finish peels in weeks. Most people rush this step and ruin the whole job before they even open the coating. Do the boring work first, and the rest will actually last.  Mistake 2: Falling for the $79 Hardware Store Kit   Those inexpensive kits are designed for light-duty sinks, not daily use in bathtubs. They yellow quickly, scratch easily, and crack under hot water. You’ll get six to twelve months before it looks terrible again. Professionals use materials that cost more because they last ten to fifteen years. Pay a little now or pay a lot later.  Mistake 3: Rolling or Brushing Like It’s Wall Paint  This mistake alone destroys more DIY tubs than anything else. Rollers and brushes trap bubbles and leave streaks and orange peel forever. You can’t get smooth that way. Only...

What Tub Refinishing Really Means    Refinishing is just a fancy word for giving your tub a brand-new skin. The pros strip away years of  soap  scum and wear first. They fix little chips and scratches. Then they coat the whole thing with a tough new finish that looks and feels like real porcelain again.    The Process Step by Step    Everything receives a deep acid etch, ensuring the new coating adheres permanently. Small damage is filled in smoothly, and layer after layer of special epoxy or acrylic is applied with fans running to keep the air clear. One day of work and one day of curing is usually all it takes.  You’re  back  soaking by  the weekend; most people  can’t  believe  it’s  the same tub.    How Long Does It Actually Hold Up    Done right, the new surface lasts ten to fifteen years without fading or peeling. Use soft cleaners and skip the Comet, and  you’ll  hit the ...