Lake Forest, CA · Bathtub refinishing
Bathtub Reglazing in Lake Forest, CA
Keep the tub you have and lose the chips, rust and tired color. We reglaze bathtubs across Lake Forest in a single visit, at a fraction of what a tear-out and replacement costs.
- 10+Years of experience
- 2-YearWarranty (6 months on kitchen sinks)
- 1 DayTypical turnaround
Why reglaze
The tub is fine. The surface isn't.
Most Lake Forest tubs we see are structurally sound. What has worn out is the glaze, and that is the only part we replace.
Lake Forest was built in waves, and a lot of its tubs date to the El Toro years. Porcelain-on-steel and cast iron from the 70s and 80s were made to last. The thin glaze on top was not. Hard Orange County water, scouring pads and forty years of baths leave it dull, etched and stained at the drain. Some are still harvest gold.
Reglazing replaces that layer in place. We repair chips and rust, etch the surface, bond a new high-gloss coating and spray it smooth. Bright white or the color you pick. No demolition, no plumber, no new tile, and you are bathing again in two days.
Before & after
Bathtub jobs, before and after
Real bathtub reglazing work from around Lake Forest and the Saddleback Valley. Tap any photo to see it full size.
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Porcelain tub in a pink-tile bathDecades of staining and etching, refinished in bright white. -
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Mildew-stained tub and caulk lineBlack mildew along the rim and rust at the drain, gone. -
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Failed DIY refinish, stripped and redonePeeling kit coating removed to the porcelain, then reglazed properly. -
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Tub in a white-tile showerYellowed tub reglazed to a mirror finish. -
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Alcove tub with stone-look wallsWorn floor and dull finish, refinished in one visit. -
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Alcove tub with blue tile wallsTub and surround refinished in white. -
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Tub with worn non-slip appliquésAppliqués removed, residue stripped, surface reglazed.
Is it a candidate?
Signs your Lake Forest tub is ready for reglazing
- Chips, cracks or deep scratches in the porcelain
- Rust blooming around the drain or overflow
- Yellowed, dull or chalky finish that will not come clean
- Original 70s or 80s colors: avocado, harvest gold, almond, pink, blue
- Rough, etched texture from years of abrasive cleaners
- Hard-water mineral staining and soap-scum buildup
- A previous DIY refinish kit that is peeling or bubbling
- A sound tub in a rental or condo that needs to look new fast
What we refinish
Bathtub types we work on in Lake Forest
Porcelain on steel
The most common tub in Lake Forest tract homes. Reglazes beautifully.
Cast iron
Heavy, nearly impossible to remove without demolition, and a perfect candidate for refinishing.
Acrylic and fiberglass
Yellowing and spider cracks are repaired and sealed before the new finish goes on.
Cultured marble
Vanity-style and garden tubs with crazing or stains get a smooth, uniform new surface.
How it works
Our bathtub reglazing process
The same careful prep on every job. That is what makes the finish last.
- 01
Inspect and protect
We confirm the tub is a good candidate, then mask and cover the surrounding tile, floor and fixtures.
- 02
Strip and clean
Old caulk, silicone, soap film and mineral deposits are removed. The surface is chemically cleaned and etched so the new coating bonds permanently.
- 03
Repair the damage
Chips, cracks, rust spots and rough areas are filled, sanded and feathered until they disappear.
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Bond and spray
A bonding agent goes on first, then several coats of a high-gloss urethane-acrylic topcoat are sprayed for a smooth, factory-style finish.
- 05
Cure and re-caulk
The finish cures for 24 to 48 hours. We return the drain and overflow, re-caulk and walk you through care.
Reglaze vs. replace
What a new bathtub really costs in Lake Forest
| Replacement | Reglazing | |
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| Typical cost | $3,000 – $8,000+ | A fraction of replacement. Exact price on your free quote. |
| Time | Demolition, disposal, new tub, plumbing, tile repair and finishing. Usually 3 to 7 days without a bathroom. | One visit, usually 3 to 5 hours on site. Use the tub again after the cure period. |
| Mess | Demolition dust, debris hauling, trades in and out of the house. | Masked and ventilated. We leave the bathroom clean. |
| Other work needed | Plumbing, tile, drywall and sometimes a permit. | None. The fixture stays in place. |
| Warranty | Varies by product and installer. | 2-year warranty on the finish. |
Replacement figures are typical Orange County contractor ranges and vary by home. See the full breakdown on our save by reglazing page.
Our guarantee
Backed by 10+ years of reglazing experience
Every bathtub we reglaze in Lake Forest is covered by our 2-year warranty against peeling, blistering and loss of adhesion. Follow the simple care guide we leave with you and the finish will hold its gloss for 10 to 15 years.
Full warranty terms are in our Terms of Service. The one exception: kitchen sinks carry a 6-month warranty.
Service area
Bathtub reglazing across every Lake Forest neighborhood
We are based in Lake Forest and work in ZIP codes 92630, 92610 and 92679, from the lakes and El Toro to the newer homes up in the foothills. Nearby cities in the Saddleback Valley are a short drive, so we serve them too.
Lake Forest neighborhoods
- Foothill Ranch
- Portola Hills
- Baker Ranch
- Serrano Summit
- Lake Forest Keys
- Lake Forest Shores
- El Toro
- Rancho de los Alisos
Nearby cities we serve
- Mission Viejo
- Irvine
- Laguna Hills
- Laguna Woods
- Aliso Viejo
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- Trabuco Canyon
- Ladera Ranch
- Tustin
FAQ
Bathtub Reglazing questions from Lake Forest homeowners
Straight answers from 10+ years of reglazing in the Saddleback Valley. Not covered here? Call (949) 516-0179.
How long does a reglazed bathtub last?
With normal use and non-abrasive cleaning, a professionally reglazed tub lasts 10 to 15 years. Our 2-year warranty covers peeling, blistering and adhesion failure.
How soon can I use the tub after reglazing?
The finish needs 24 hours to cure before light use and 48 hours before you fill it for a bath. We will tell you the exact time when we finish the job.
Can you change the color of my tub?
Yes. Most Lake Forest homeowners choose bright white, but biscuit, almond, bone and custom colors are available. Color changes cost the same as a like-for-like refinish.
Does reglazing fix chips and cracks?
Yes. Chips, hairline cracks and rust spots are repaired as part of every job, before the new coating is applied. Structural cracks in fiberglass tubs are reinforced first.
Does the process smell, and do I need to leave the house?
There is a solvent odor during spraying. We run exhaust ventilation and the smell clears within a few hours. Most families simply keep the bathroom door closed and stay home; we recommend anyone with respiratory sensitivity, infants or pets avoid the area that day.
Is reglazing really cheaper than a new tub?
Almost always by a wide margin. A replacement in Lake Forest runs $3,000 to $8,000 or more once you add demolition, plumbing and tile work. Reglazing is a fraction of that and done in a day. See our savings breakdown for the full comparison.
My tub was refinished before and is peeling. Can you fix it?
Yes. We strip the failed coating back to the original surface, then prep and reglaze it properly. Failed DIY kits and bargain refinishes are one of the most common jobs we do.
Get a free bathtub reglazing quote in Lake Forest
Use the form at the top of this page, or call. Most quotes go out the same day.