PORCELAIN & FIBERGLASS SPECIALISTS
Los Angeles County's Original Bathtub Refinishing Experts
North Hollywood-Based Craftsmanship, Trusted Countywide
Porcelain and Fiberglass Maintenance, Inc. has refinished bathtubs throughout Greater Los Angeles since 1955. Working from our North Hollywood base, we have built decades of experience in porcelain bathtub refinishing and fiberglass tub refinishing.
What Bathtub Refinishing Actually Involves
Refinishing renews the surface of an existing tub rather than replacing the tub itself. The process cleans the surface completely, repairs any chips, cracks, or rust, chemically etches it so a coating can bond, then applies a professional bonding primer and topcoat that cures to a hard, glossy finish. We use hi-tech coatings originally developed for the aerospace industry, applied to a bathroom fixture instead of an aircraft. The tub never leaves your home, and most jobs are done in a single visit.
Los Angeles County's Housing Stock, and What It Means for Your Tub
Los Angeles County covers an enormous range of building types, and that shapes what a bathtub in this county typically needs. Mid-century homes throughout the Valley and older multi-unit buildings across the county still hold original cast iron and porcelain tubs, heavier and more durable than most of what’s built today. Closer to the coast, in the Westside and South Bay, humidity and salt air take a faster toll on grout and caulking, so surfaces there often show wear sooner even when the tub itself is structurally sound.
Signs Your Tub Needs Refinishing
Staining that no amount of scrubbing removes
Chips or cracks in the surface, even small ones
A dull, rough, or faded finish that used to be glossy
Rust spots, especially near the drain
A previous refinish or DIY kit that’s peeling or bubbling
If you’re seeing any of these, the tub is very likely a good refinishing candidate rather than a replacement job, but the only way to know for certain is to have it looked at.
Our Process
1
Assessment
We evaluate the tub’s material, condition, and structural soundness before quoting anything.
2
Cleaning
The surface is stripped of soap residue, oils, and mineral deposits down to bare material.
3
Repair
Chips, cracks, and rust are filled, treated, and sanded flush.
4
Chemical Etching
The surface is etched to create the microscopic texture our coating needs to bond.
5
Priming
A commercial-grade bonding primer locks onto the etched surface.
6
Topcoat
Our aerospace-derived coating is applied in controlled layers for a smooth, glossy finish.
7
Cure
The tub cures over the following day before it’s ready for normal use.
Porcelain Bathtub Refinishing and Fiberglass Tub Refinishing
Porcelain and fiberglass tubs can both be refinished, but they should not be treated as though they are the same material.
Porcelain bathtubs are known for their hard, glazed surfaces. Over time, the glaze may become dull or stained, while chips can expose the material beneath and allow rust to develop. Proper porcelain bathtub refinishing addresses these areas before the new coating is applied.
Fiberglass tubs are lighter and may develop cracks, worn sections, or movement around drains and hardware. Fiberglass tub refinishing begins with inspecting those areas and completing the appropriate repairs so the surface is stable before coating.
This material-specific preparation is an important part of the job. A finish is only as dependable as the surface beneath it.
Every Tub Type, Every Material
We work with clawfoot, alcove, corner, walk-in, drop-in, freestanding, soaking, and therapy tubs. Our technicians also refinish tub and shower combinations commonly found in apartments, hotels, and newer homes.
Suitable materials may include:
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Cultured marble
- Enameled steel
- Fiberglass
- Porcelain
- Stone resin
Each material has its own surface characteristics and bonding requirements. More than seven decades in the refinishing trade have taught us to pay attention to those differences before applying a coating.
Proof, Not Just Promises
Our client list across Los Angeles County includes major hotel brands, university housing departments, and property management companies, the kind of commercial and institutional clients who don’t sign off on shoddy work.
That trust wasn’t earned overnight. Meet the three generations behind seventy years of this work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Porcelain bathtub refinishing and fiberglass tub refinishing are two of our primary specialties. We identify the material before work begins because each surface requires its own repair, preparation, and bonding approach.
All of it. We’re based in North Hollywood, but we’ve been refinishing tubs countywide since 1955, over 400,000 surfaces and counting.
Tub reglazing, resurfacing, re-enameling, restoration, and recoating all describe the same process.
For a structurally sound tub, yes. It costs a fraction of replacement with none of the demolition or downtime.
Most jobs are complete in a single visit, with about a day of cure time before normal use.
Yes, that repair work is a standard part of the process.
Yes, you’re not limited to matching the existing color.
Ready to Restore Your Tub?
Whether your bathtub is porcelain, fiberglass, cast iron, acrylic, or another suitable material, the first step is identifying its condition and the preparation it requires.
We are based in North Hollywood and have served communities throughout Greater Los Angeles since 1955.