Rust-Oleum 385280 Tub And Tile Refinishing 2-Part Kit, Satin Coastal Fog

First of all let me just say right up front. I am 72yrs old and yes I have used this product and my review is my honest opinion. No one has offered me anything for my opinion and I do not have an agenda for giving my option. It is honest and true. That being said I will tell anyone who wants to know. I have read some of the positive and some of the negative reviews. Ther is a lot of truth in both. Except where someone who has been lazy and down right negative from the start. Does this product have a strong odor? Yes yes yes it definitely does. Is this product easy to use? Let me say this. If you are afraid of a little hard work and just plain lazy you need to look else where. But if you want a nice looking clean looking outcome and dont mind the work then this is your product. I have just finished my second tub unit. First I researched this product throughly last year before Thanksgiving. I have a own ŵhouse that was built in 1986 that was my mom's. It's mine now. I have done a lot of work in it and wanted to do something in the bathroom with the fixtures. The tub unit was original the toilet and sink had been replaced with white. The tub was that brown color and was faded looking. I didn't want the expense to replace it so I looked at options. That's how I found the Rustoleum tub and tile gloss white finish. The price was right and I was willing to get my hands dirty and work hard. Let me just say right here. A negative mind produces a negative out come. ALWAYS. I was skeptical to say the least. Do I expect this to be a job that will last 50yrs? No i do not. Do I expect this finish to look like a factory produced new unit? No I donot. Now right down to the truth. Starting out with a dark color going to an expected white finish I knew was going to be a.challenge to begin with. If at all possible. I am not a professional painter nor a contractor of any kind. With the cost roughly around $50 how could go wrong. Let me say yes there is a very strong odor. I used a respiratory and highly recommend using one. The first coat is just a base coat. DO NOT keep going over the same area . It will get tacky and not do well. Start with a thin coat and move on. Don't linger and waste time. If you don't have a couple hours to devote to this project do not start it. Cover with the base coat. Don't expect great coverage to begin with. Wait at least one hour before a second coat. Do expect there to be some minor streaks. If you encounter bumps and little specks then after that first hour lightly use a t least a 220 grit sand paper. This is not a job for the lazy. Continue with the second coat. Do not work slowly. Take the time to work with it but do not keep going over the same area. The product self levels as time goes on. I used three -four coats. DO NOT use a foam roller whatsoever!! It will come desolve and come apart melt if you will. I made.this mistake . I changed to another type 1/4 in nap. And finished allowing it to dry. After Christmas I used 220 grit WET sanded it and applied another coat this week. It is a very nice finish. Yes it does have a texture to the finish. Some have referred to as orange peel. That is true but ok in my book. I don't know how this product will hold up over the ⁴long haul but listen it looks very nice I am happy with it and my friend had me just finish her tub yesterday. Long story short. Would I recommend this product....if you are not afraid of a little work and willing to have a positive attitude and realistic expectations then go for it. I can't speak of how long this product will hold up over the.long haul but if it lasts for a few years it will be well worth the money. I can always do it again. And not have spent thousands for a new tub. But in my opinion I do have a.new tub. Thanks for your time. Now go do some work and get yourself a great looking clean tub..and get over the fear of the fumes.

After searching for weeks to find a good product on my bathtub, this was the one to use. If you use this make sure that there is a window nearby as the odors are really strong. We use this in a mobile home and it took three days to get the smell out of the house. Remember this, do not use a foam roller otherwise it will eat through the roller. Our local hardware shop told us to do this so please learn from our mistakes. Great product and it has been on tub and wall for about a year now and it still looks great! Make sure that you put this on fast because it will set within 30 minutes.

The Rust-Oleum Tub and Tile Refinishing Kit has completely transformed my dated bathroom at a fraction of the cost of replacement. My old bathtub was stained, discolored, and frankly embarrassing - now it looks absolutely pristine and modern in gloss white. The 2-part system is well-designed and user-friendly. The instructions are clear and comprehensive, walking you through each step from preparation to final coating. While the process requires attention to detail, it's definitely manageable for a DIY project. The 32 oz coverage was perfect for my standard-sized tub with some left over for touch-ups. Preparation is key, and the kit provides everything needed for proper surface prep. Following the instructions exactly resulted in excellent adhesion and a smooth, professional-looking finish. The etching solution worked effectively to create the right surface texture for the coating to bond properly. The finish quality is remarkable. The gloss white coating dried to a beautiful, durable surface that feels smooth to the touch and looks exactly like a factory finish. The coverage is even with no streaks, bubbles, or thin spots when applied according to directions. It's been six months since application, and the finish still looks perfect with daily use. Durability has exceeded my expectations. Regular cleaning with standard bathroom cleaners hasn't affected the finish at all. No chipping, peeling, or wear patterns despite constant use. The surface resists stains and soap scum buildup much better than the original tub surface. This kit saved me thousands compared to bathtub replacement while delivering professional-quality results. Highly recommend for anyone looking to refresh their bathroom affordably!

The product itself works well and delivers great coverage, but there are definitely some things you need to know before using it. First off, they really should include information on what type of brushes or rollers to use. You can’t just grab any brush. it has to be a specific kind. The paint has a spray-paint-like texture: it’s very sticky and grabs onto everything, including cheap brush hairs, which end up stuck in the finish and ruin the look. The smell is extremely strong. it’s not just unpleasant, it’s borderline overwhelming. A regular mask won’t help. You’ll feel lightheaded fast, so make sure you have a huge open window and at least two large fans going. Even then, you’ll need to take breaks often and avoid being in the space for too long. Also, while the paint dries very quickly (which is good), it also means you can lose product fast if you’re trying to ventilate properly. And be careful if you get this paint on anything, nail polish remover works best to clean it off. Overall, it’s a solid product if you’re prepared and know what you’re getting into. Just be cautious, follow safety steps, and don’t take shortcuts

Absolutely love this product! Actually ordered another one to add to my project! Gave me exact results i was looking for! Cost me 200$ to make my ugly bathroom completely retiled professionally!!! Porcelaine finish! Would have cost minimum 1000$ to retile plus the hassle! Took 3 hours in all for 2 coats of magic! Very impressed! and i never really take the time to review…but believe this product… and result of my reno.. deserves it! Recommend 200%

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Great stuff - I applied it with a Graco sprayer. Mask off all areas and open all windows and wear air protection. It is powerful stuff. The final result was nice and clean. It really improved the look of the tub I repaired.

Takes a few coats didn’t quite get finish I wanted on the sink. But struggled with roller type. Very smelly for 3 days. But overall good product