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I have done about a thousand of them. Way longer life than 2 years. My brother has a clawfoot tub we did 8 years ago, is used everyday, and doesn't have a spot of trouble.

I can't imagine what comes in a kit for $30.

$400 seems fair if it is a quality job. It is a very tricky paint job. We spend between 5-7 hrs per tub. I have seen guys who charge $275 and are done in 2 hours.

To do correctly, the following steps are required.

1. Remove the drain accessories whenever possible. That is the spot where failure starts.
2. Remove all caulking around perimeter.
3. Clean, clean and clean again. Lots of soap residue. Must be perfectly clean.
4. Sand all surfaces until dull.
5. Acid etch using Porch Etch 1010.
6. Remove dried acid when it appears dry.
7. Mask and prime with multicomponent epoxy by Hawk Research Labs.
8. Finish coat with multicomponent urethane by Hawk.
9. If desired, mask the bottom of the tub and apply another coat of urethane mixed with
aluminum oxide for slip resistance.
10.Recaulk everything and reinstall drain.
11.Let cure for a week if possible.


Ask the contractor if he follows anything close to the above procedure. If so, the tub should last for awhile. Start skipping steps and peeling is guaranteed.