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Recent construction damaged the finish of an already well used many decades old cast iron bathtub. I’m a long term renter and the owner has expressed she might pay to have the tub refinished.
I’ve seen this done elsewhere in the building and they merely used what looks like a can of ordinary gloss enamel appliance spray paint…not such a great solution and doesn’t look so great.

I’ve read of epoxy refinishing, and also the plumber on the construction project whispered to me, “Don’t tell her I said this, but you should ask her to have the tub refinished with epoxy paint, I’ve seen this done and it’s fantastic…durable and looks as good as new!”

I know for certain that the owner isn’t going to pay a premium for this service. Maybe a couple hundred at the very most. Does anyone know of a handyman or refinisher that will epoxy paint a bathtub, in situ, at the lower end of the spectrum?

Conversely, I’ve heard of do it yourself epoxy kits…you tpae off and cover the surrounding area, chemical etch or sand the tub to clean and give tooth for the paint to adhere, then a coat or two of a special epoxy spray paint it. I’m very handy and have the skills and can very likely do this very successfully…has anyone done this that can give some feedback or info?