Whatever your needs may be in porcelain repair & refinishing.
Porcelite utilizes a scientific process for bathtub refinishing that has been successfully researched and tested by various engineering testing firms. The process utilizes a specially-formulated, catalyzed, chemical coating to turn an ugly tub into one that dries to a gleaming, smooth, hard finish with that "new tub" look of any desired color. This refinishing or reglazing process works on porcelain, acrylic and fiberglass tubs and showers.
Service since 1976- the oldest refinishing company in town.
Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing Company has been in business in the Twin City Metro area for over 34 Years. A wide variety of home owners, apartments and contractors have been pleased with the Ease, Low-Cost and beauty of their "new" bath tubs. Compared to the cost of a new fixture + removal of old, new installation, the Porcelite tub refinishing process is a great alternative of Refinishing rather than replacing. Experience shows in quality!
Description of Work: Technician arrived on time, did the job quickly, and did it well. Cost of $425 well worth it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad Mitchell was prompt and did a good job for you. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing Porcelite for your tub refinishing!
Julia A.
09/2015
4.0
bathtub refinishing
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unknown
Description of Work: They were unable to match the repair patches in color to the tub color, so you can see 4 round areas that don't match the color of the rest of the tub. The spots are quite a bit larger than the ones they were trying to cover up! The gentleman said he spent an unusually long time trying to match the color but just could not get a good almond color match. The areas are darker than the tub and the repairman said he hoped that the color would eventually fade over time. It may have lightened some, maybe ..... So, if you have an almond tub, you may not be satisfied with the color match outcome. They say they have hundreds of colors to match; guess almond is a difficult color. I'm not sure if they had told me over the phone when I booked, they would not be able to match the color, that I would have spent $200 for no improvement. A bit disappointed. However, he did say the small areas are now sealed and in good condition.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$200
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm sorry the repair didn't turn out well. Our call notes indicate you tried Porcelite to see if we could achieve a better match than the previous repair done by another company. I'm sorry we weren't able accomplish that. Porcelite is able to get any color made by Behr, Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams. Perhaps getting some samples and selecting a custom color may be necessary. Almond is usually almond, ,but with 2 refinishing companies not having good luck matching this tub, it makes us wonder if perhaps it was a custom color when it was manufactured? The alternative Mark offered, of refinishing the entire bottom of the tub, is still possible as well. I know the price ($225) is just about the same as the repair ($195) but we'd be happy to discuss a discount if the dark spots become too bothersome. Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate the feedback.
Lauren C.
09/2015
4.0
bathtub refinishing, ceramic tile
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Porcelite was very prompt in calling me back and setting an appointment, as well as showing up to the service on time. They removed our old tub liner and refinished the porceline on the original tub. The repairman was unobtrusive in the house and besides the noise, we wouldn't have known he was here. The only problem is they broke a few of our floor tiles in process and did not offer to fix them, granted I haven't called back to complain. Overall, the tub looks great and I would use them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$725
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm so sorry we caused damage to your tile floor! We'd be happy to pay for them to be repaired/replaced, so if you'd like to pursue that option, please call our office and we'll get something worked out. Thank you - Karin / Porcelite
Stacy F.
09/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
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unknown
Description of Work: They did an amazing job on our tub! It looks like new again. They fixed the chips that we had from the last time we did it , and did a much better job in a short time frame. They were neat and thorough and gave good care instructions.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad the work Andy did last year has held up so well! Thank you for writing a review after you've lived with the tub a little while. We appreciate your business!
Kathy N.
09/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The person who came was careful, thorough, on time, personable and did a beautiful job!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
We will be sure to let Joe know you were pleased with the outcome of this refinishing project. Thank you for taking the time to post a review! Karin / Porcelite
Michael S.
09/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Tim enjoyed working with you on this project. Thank you for choosing Porcelite!
Julia G.
09/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Re-glazed bathtub
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad Mitchell did a nice job on your tub! Thank you for taking the time to post a review.
Heidi S.
09/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Date of service 7-7-14. Cost of service $500.00
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for taking the time to post a review a little more than a year after Joe did this refinish. We are so glad it's holding up well! It's nice to hear from people after some time has gone by and know that the tub is performing as we'd expect it to.
Joan O.
08/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
My tube looks great!
Description of Work: Refinished bathtub
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I see from the notes in our system that Mitchell needed to return about a week after the refinish to wet-sand out some runs (topcoat applied a little too liberally in a few spots!). I'm glad he was able to rectify those areas and get the tub a smooth as it should be. Thanks again!
Robert G.
08/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The tub had been glazed poorly before. The technician stripped the old glazing and applied a new glaze. Very professional.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad you were pleased with Mitchell's work. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Ginny Q.
07/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm so glad you wrote a review for us. It looks like we did this job about 10 months ago. We're so happy when people write in after they've had a chance to live with the tub for a little while. Joe does good work; I'm glad the tub is holding up well. Thanks again for taking the time to put up a review. Karin / Porcelite
Evan T.
07/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They coated a green tub to make it a white tub. They were completely organized, and the process went well. They didn't cause a ripple in our day.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$475
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad the refinish turned out well. Mitchell enjoyed working with you on this project. Have a great summer!
Jody G.
06/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing, ceramic tile
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had my tub reglazed. They say it should last about 15 years. I have had a prior tub reglaze 14 years ago (not with this company)..so they charge $150 to remove old residue...Then $425. to reglaze my tub. They gave a $25. discount being an Angie's list member. They did a nice job. The sealer where shower tiles meet tub is very well done. We do keep it wiped and dry after showers. We do not leave soap bottles on ledge of tub any more. Hoping to get more life out of the work they did.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for the review. I'm glad Joe did a nice job not only on the tub, but on the caulking between the tub and tile. That is a skill that takes some practice since we do it when the tub is still wet. Thanks again for taking the time to put your experience on Angie's List for other people to read.
KAY S.
06/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Before Porecelite arrived the bathtub looked awful. Afterwards it looked new,clean and shinny. Best way to update a bathroom ever. Great experience with them on every measure.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad Mitchell did such a nice job on your tub! Thank you for the lovely review. Karin and the Porcelite Team
KELLY K.
06/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They removed shower doors, stripped a previous finish that was chipping, refinished the tub and reinstalled the shower doors. Not only was the work done well, but the guy who came out gave us a number of tips on how to keep it looking great. We have dealt with other companies who do this type of service and would highly recommend this company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
I'm glad Mitchell did such a nice job on your tub! Thank you for sharing your experience; we appreciate it!
Dan M.
05/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The technician Tim arrived on time and went right to work on prepping the bathtub to be refinished. I had some hard water build up that required a bit more work to address, but Tim was unfazed. He completed the prep and refinish process and the bathtub looks better than ever. The quality of work was fantastic, now to see how it actually holds up over time.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
We are glad Tim gave you such a good result! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Please check back in a few years and let us know how it's holding up. Thanks again!
Mark B.
05/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
CRAIG J.
05/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Mary F.
04/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for the review. Joe enjoyed working with you on this project. We're glad you are happy with the outcome!
Carol A.
04/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Resurfaced my 30+ year old bathtub. Looks like new again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
We are glad that Joe was able to make your tub look new again! Thank you for choosing Porcelite to do this work for you.
carol L.
04/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Tim D.
04/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Re-enameled the 1955 pink tub to white with a textured bottom for grip. Prompt, completed as explained within the the given time frame. Also provided ongoing care advice for new surface longevity.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for the review. I'm glad Joe went over the care instructions so that the tub will stay looking new for a long time to come. Thank you for choosing Porcelite for your refinishing!
Brenda K.
04/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The service was performed smoothly and very professionally. My tub looks better than it ever has before!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. I'm glad that Joe was professional and that he did a good job on the refinish itself. I'll let him know that you were pleased. Thank you again!
J D T.
03/2015
4.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: When I called with questions ahead of time, Mark was very responsive and helpful, and the guys assigned to do the actual work called the day ahead to confirm the work order. They showed up on time and were both courteous and careful in protecting the surrounding surfaces. My reticence in hiring the same outfit again has to do with the finished product itself. |While the front of the tub got a decent scouring and puttying, a number of divets on the ledge along the back wall were missed and a significant area on the front inside of the tub were never filled in and smoothed out. In other words, those areas essentially received just a glorified paint job. |I didn't notice any of this until two days later - the paint was still wet when the workers left, so I couldn't run my fingers over the surface anyway - and we were told to wait and let the finish cure for 48 hours before using the tub. |So, while I have nothing but good to say about the people from Porcelite with whom I dealt, I might think twice about spending $425 for a tub that still has plenty of pitted surface areas. Instead, I think I'd either look at finding someone else to do the job or just put that money into a brand new tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
$425
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad you found our staff to be polite and careful of the surroundings in the bathroom. While we strive to find and fill all scratches, grooves and chips, sometimes we don’t see them all. When the shiny new topcoat is sprayed on, that’s when stragglers will sometimes appear. When Mark was informed of the ones we missed, he offered to have the tech come back and rectify the situation. Our offer was declined. There is a good point raised here about when to replace a bathtub and when to refinish. When this appointment was scheduled, Mark was told that the tub was currently not installed (it had been temporarily removed as part of the remodeling project). It’s unusual to see the expense and effort put into removing a bathtub, only to reinstall the same tub and have it refinished. Ironically, this is generally what people are trying to avoid by opting to refinish vs. replace. There are certainly instances where this could make a lot of sense (for example, the tub is a custom size, or one that is no longer made) it’s just something we don’t see very often, if ever, in the refinishing world. Our offer still stands to have the tech come back and fill in the scratches/grooves he missed. Please give us a call if you change your mind. Thank you – Karin / Porcelite
Timothy P.
03/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Refinished large tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
Response from Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing
Thank you for taking the time to offer your experience with us on your bathtub refinish. We appreciate the positive review!
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Service Categories
Bathtub Restoration,
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Interior Painting,
House Cleaning
FAQ
Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Porcelite Bathtub Refinishing accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa