How many cans does it take to cover the average tub?

I purchased this product at a local store thinking 2 cans would knock it out. My tub was not far off from being white anyways. I performed the instructions on the can explicitly, and realized that this project was a lot more work than anticipated and that waiting a couple of days to add more paint wasn't a good option. I spayed one full can and covered almost all of the tub. There was very little difference after one coat, but I know that a second coat is generally when you see big color changes. I'm a rattle can pro. I've got awards to prove it. After waiting the required time, I started spraying a second coat. My heart sank. The second coat wasn't even close what I expected. I knew immediately that more cans would be needed. I drove 10 miles up the road and bought all 4 cans the store had. Going off the Sq ft of coverage presented on the front of the can I felt confident I had enough to cover the tub and add some extra for better protection. Went back home and applied all 4 cans thoughout 4 more coats applied evenly. I have never been more disappointed in all my life. I honestly considered the equipment that fills the cans with paint must have been faulty and I bought that batch. No area of the tub made it to being fully white. There were still sanding marks showing through SIX coats of paint. Needles to say, I should have researched it before getting that deep into it, but that's my mistake and I learned the hard way. The 2 part application kit from rustoleum is by far the superior application method and you can buy 2 kits cheaper than I spent to fail miserably. If you buy this product, you will be disappointed.

We recently painted the tile of our tub/shower surround with Rustoleum tub and tile paint, will this help even out portions that aren't covered enough

My experience is no. The spray cans coverage is quite thin and limited in coverage. I tried 2 cans as a final application and it did not meet my expectations. I'm now going to add an additional coat or two.

Our tub has been painted before us and started to peel now. Would this cover?

I had a Scratch and started rusting about four inches from the drain I cleaned with wet sand paper 1200 grit then sprayed it is around 6 inch patch it sticks out it is not going to match the tub color it is 3 weeks and holding I am due for renovation next year I hope it last that long

Can this be used on marble?

Hi, it says on the can not to use on stone or marble

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R**M

نفس الصورة بالضبط ..مغلف جيدا وجديد واستخدامه جميل جدااا ولونه قوي

26.04.2023

M**Z

It's a joke and can't fix anything!!

It's completely wasting your time and money. Do NOT ever buy this product. It's a joke and can't fix anything!!

10.10.2021

L**A

It works like magic.

27.08.2019

A**R

I bought the bone color spray from home depot. Needless to say, it wasn't the color I wanted but that was all they had in stock during that time. I used it and it came out pretty poor. It had a rough texture, and 1 can of bone color could only cover 10 sqft with 1 coat. I bought the white color from amazon (the color I actually wanted), and I bought 2 because of my first experience with the bone color. But I was impressed with the white spray. It actually gave me 2 coats for 10sqft. And it spray on way nicer. Smooth to the touch, and larger spray coverage. I'm keeping the 2nd can because it worked so well. I would recommend this product, but I would avoid the bone color one and go for the white!

22.06.2022

K**N

This product did exactly what I needed it to do which was cover a small area I needed to repair after doing a compete bath tub refinish. There was an area about 12" x 12" where the refinishing product didn't adhere because I didn't prepare it properly, so the finish bubbled after a couple of months. I removed the finish that didn't adhere with a razor blade scraper, cleaned it well with acetone and applied the Rust-Oleum product in about 6 coats until the area was covered. I did this right before leaving on a week long vacation so it had plenty of time to cure. It looks great and matches the tub refinish color pretty well. It does had a strong lingering smell, so open windows and close the door. I definitely wouldn't use this product to do a compete tub refinish. You need to buy the roll on, two-part tub refinishing product and use this for small jobs and repairs. Just my opinion based my experience.

29.11.2025

J**Z

Es una pintura muy fácil de aplicar y muy resistente para revivir un montón de elementos de la casa, yo lo use en una tina, la apariencia quedó muy bien y hasta el momento logré resolver el tema del óxido. Muy buen producto.

23.09.2023

L**A

Se cae con facilidad en pocos días

27.07.2021

ASIN	B00T82712Q
ASIN	B00T82712Q
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Best Sellers Rank	#35,125 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #236 in Spray Paint
Color	White
Coverage	36 sq ft/liter or 3.3 sq m/liter
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (6,635)
Customer reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (6,635)
Date First Available	20 April 2015
Date First Available	20 April 2015
Finish	Gloss
Included components	Acrylic
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Weight	340 g
Item model number	280882
Item model number	280882
Manufacturer	Rust-Oleum
Manufacturer	Rust-Oleum
Part number	280882
Product Dimensions	6.68 x 6.68 x 20.02 cm; 340 g
Product Dimensions	6.68 x 6.68 x 20.02 cm; 340 g
Size	12 fluid_ounces
Special Features	Glow
Specific uses	Interior

Rust-Oleum 280882 Specialty Tub and Tile Spray Paint, 12-Ounce, White

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