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    jaybear1818 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 7, 2013, 10:25 PM
    Bathtub Refinishing Kit
    I have a cast iron bathtub wonder if I should purchase an epoxy refinishing kit from Home depot and spray it or should I just purchase a new one.. Does anyone has experience with the refinishing kit. Does it last ? Thanks
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    Oct 8, 2013, 05:45 AM
    I have seen good and bad results from DIY refinishing, mostly from poor preparation. Admittedly cheaper. Cast iron tubs are a killer to remove because of weight. Do you have the space to fit in another tub? What about the walls? Professional refinishers have acids and special prep tools.
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    Oct 9, 2013, 09:48 PM
    Had mine tub done 9 years ago and still looking good. A lot cheaper and cleaner then replacing tub. Only lost use for 24 hours. You will not be able to replace tub in that amount of time.

    Chuck
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