Home Depot Bathtub Refinishing Kits
Complete guide to bathtub refinishing kits at Home Depot. Compare brands, prices, and results — plus honest advice on when DIY makes sense.
Kits Available at Home Depot
Here's what you'll find in the paint aisle. We'll help you pick the right one.
Rust-Oleum Tub & Tile Refinishing Kit
Two-part epoxy formula. Most reliable DIY option. Includes base, activator, roller, and tray. Available in white and almond.
Homax Tough As Tile
Aerosol spray-on formula. Easier application but thinner coating. Good for small repairs or touch-ups, less durable for full tub refinishing.
Ekopel 2K
Unique pour-on formula. Thicker coating than others, self-leveling. More forgiving application but pricier. Not always in stock.
Our Recommendation
If you're set on DIY, go with Rust-Oleum Tub & Tile. It's the most reliable, has the best reviews, and the two-part epoxy cures harder than spray alternatives. But remember: even the best DIY kit lasts 1-3 years max, while professional refinishing lasts 10-15+ years.
What Else You'll Need to Buy
The kit doesn't include everything. Budget an extra $20-40.
Kit ($35-80) + Supplies ($25-45) = $60-$125, plus 4-6 hours of your time working with toxic chemicals.
- Most kits don't include primer or true 2-part epoxy — they cut costs with lower-quality single-component coatings
- If DIY fails, stripping costs DOUBLE a normal refinishing job ($1,200-$1,700 total)
- You can't touch up DIY failures — you must strip everything and start over
The Real Math: DIY Kit vs Professional
Home Depot Kit
- ✗ 1-2 year lifespan
- ✗ No warranty
- ✗ High failure rate
- ✗ Toxic fume exposure
- ✗ 4-6 hours of work
- ✗ No primer, thin epoxy
- ✗ Can't touch up — strip to redo
- ✗ If fails: $1,200-$1,700 to fix
Professional Refinishing
- ✓ 10-15+ year lifespan
- ✓ 5-year warranty
- ✓ True 2-part epoxy + primer
- ✓ $80-$120 touch-up visits if needed
- ✓ We handle safety
- ✓ Done in 3-4 hours
- ✓ Chip repair included
Home Depot Kit FAQs
Which Home Depot kit is best for bathtubs?
Rust-Oleum Tub & Tile Refinishing Kit is the most reliable option. The two-part epoxy cures harder than spray alternatives. Ekopel 2K is thicker but harder to find in stores.
Does Home Depot do bathtub refinishing?
No, Home Depot doesn't offer professional refinishing services. They only sell DIY kits. For professional refinishing with a warranty, you'll need to hire a refinishing company like Proper Reglazing.
How long does Home Depot tub paint last?
DIY kits from Home Depot typically last 1-2 years with normal use. Many users report peeling within 6-12 months due to prep issues. Professional refinishing lasts 10-15+ years. why DIY reglazing fails
Is it worth buying a bathtub refinishing kit?
Only for temporary fixes (selling a house, short-term rental). For long-term use, you'll spend more on multiple kits than one professional job. Our refinishing: $600-850 with 5-year warranty vs. repeating $60-125 DIY jobs every 1-2 years.