How to Reglaze an Old Shower

Empty the shower of any shampoos or other items that could get in your way during the reglazing process.

Wash the shower thoroughly with a soft sponge, mild detergent and hot water. Remove any traces of mold or dirt before continuing. White vinegar in a spray bottle is effective at removing grime from a shower surface.

Remove caulk from tiles or fixtures in the shower using a razor blade. Wear protective gloves to protect yourself against accidents when using a razor.

Sand the shower surface with fine sandpaper or #0000 steel wool to remove remaining finish from the shower.

Wash the shower again, using a TSP-based cleaner. TSP is corrosive, so wear rubber gloves and safety goggles, and follow all safety instructions on the packaging. Rinse the shower thoroughly once you're finished. Ventilate the room during this process and wear a respirator as well.

Apply masking tape to any areas you don't want affected by the reglazing.

Apply an epoxy acrylic paint to the shower with a sprayer. This gives you a fresh glaze and an improved look to the shower. Once the first coat is applied, place the can of epoxy paint in the freezer overnight to prevent hardening. The next day, let the can warm up naturally and apply a second coat.

Scrape paint out of any affected grout lines with the razor, then recaulk them with a caulk gun.

Wax the shower surface with auto wax two weeks after applying epoxy acrylic paint. Follow all instructions on the packaging for best results. This helps protect and preserve the glaze. Apply fresh wax every three months afterward.