Nothing tells the story of what Heritage Coatings does better than before-and-after results. Here are 10 real bathroom transformations we’ve completed for homeowners across Montana — from simple tub refinishing to full bathroom makeovers.
1. Stained Cast Iron Tub — Helena
The problem: A 1960s cast iron tub with decades of rust stains, worn enamel, and a rough texture that no amount of scrubbing could fix.
The solution: Professional bathtub refinishing with chip repair, rust treatment, and a brilliant white topcoat.
The result: The tub looks factory-new. The homeowner saved over $5,000 compared to the cost of demolition and replacement, and the job was done in a single day.
2. Dated Pink Bathtub — Bozeman
The problem: A pink bathtub (straight out of 1972) that clashed with a recently updated bathroom. The homeowner loved the tub’s shape but couldn’t stand the color.
The solution: Color-change refinishing from pink to bright white.
The result: The tub now matches the rest of the bathroom perfectly. No plumbing changes, no tile work, no demolition — just a color transformation that took one day.
3. Fiberglass Shower Stall — Missoula
The problem: A yellowed, scratched fiberglass shower in a rental property. Multiple tenants over 20 years had left it looking tired and uninviting.
The solution: Full shower refinishing — walls and base — in a clean white finish.
The result: The shower looks brand new and the property owner was able to increase rent by $75/month. The refinishing paid for itself in under a year.
4. Cracked Tile Surround — Great Falls
The problem: Cracked and chipped ceramic tile surrounding a bathtub. Several tiles had grout failure and water was starting to get behind the wall.
The solution: Tile repair, regrout, and full tile refinishing in a modern off-white tone.
The result: The tile looks uniform and clean, the water damage risk was eliminated, and the homeowner avoided a $4,000+ retiling project.
5. Laminate Countertops — Billings
The problem: Faded, burned, and scratched laminate countertops in a kitchen that was otherwise in good shape. Full granite or quartz replacement was out of budget.
The solution: Countertop refinishing with a multi-tone decorative finish that mimics natural stone.
The result: The countertops have a modern, granite-like appearance at about 20% of the cost of actual stone replacement. Guests consistently ask if they’re real granite.
6. Clawfoot Tub Restoration — Butte
The problem: A beautiful antique clawfoot tub with a badly deteriorated interior. The homeowner wanted to preserve the tub’s character but the surface was rough and stained beyond cleaning.
The solution: Interior refinishing with a smooth, glossy white finish. The exterior iron was cleaned and repainted to match.
The result: A stunning restored clawfoot tub that’s both a functional fixture and a design centerpiece. Replacing it with a comparable antique tub would have cost $2,000+ before installation.
7. Tub-to-Shower Conversion — Kalispell
The problem: An unused bathtub in the primary bathroom of a couple in their 60s. Stepping over the tub wall had become a fall risk, and they wanted a walk-in shower.
The solution: Full tub-to-shower conversion with a low-threshold acrylic shower system, grab bars, a fold-down bench, and a handheld showerhead.
The result: A safe, accessible shower that the homeowners use every day. The conversion took four days and eliminated a significant safety hazard.
8. Bathtub and Surround Combo — Helena
The problem: A bathtub and matching surround that were both dated and worn. The homeowner wanted a complete refresh but didn’t want the cost and disruption of full demolition.
The solution: Combined bathtub and surround refinishing in a matching white finish, plus fresh caulking throughout.
The result: The entire tub area looks cohesive and new. Bundling the tub and surround into one visit saved the homeowner money compared to doing them separately.
9. Vanity Cabinet Refinishing — Livingston
The problem: Dark oak vanity cabinets from the 1990s that made a small bathroom feel even smaller. New cabinets were quoted at over $3,000 installed.
The solution: Cabinet refinishing to a bright, modern white finish.
The result: The bathroom feels twice as large and the cabinets look custom. Total cost was a fraction of replacement, and the work was completed in two days.
10. Full Bathroom Package — Bozeman
The problem: A complete 1980s bathroom — almond tub, almond tile, almond countertop, and outdated oak cabinets. The homeowner wanted a modern white bathroom without a full gut remodel.
The solution: Heritage Coatings refinished the bathtub, tile surround, vanity countertop, and cabinets — all in a matching bright white.
The result: A total bathroom transformation for under $3,000. The same scope of work using replacement materials and contractors was quoted at over $12,000.
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These transformations represent just a fraction of the work Heritage Coatings has completed across Montana. Every bathroom is different, but the pattern is the same: professional refinishing delivers dramatic results at a fraction of the cost and time of replacement.
Visit our portfolio to see more projects, or browse our individual service pages for bathtub refinishing, shower refinishing, countertop refinishing, and cabinet refinishing.
Ready to transform your bathroom? Call Heritage Coatings at (406) 438-4288 for a free estimate.