If it's a plastic tub surround, I would repair it temporarily with 100% silicon . I would then plan on replacing the surround completely within a month or two.
There is an article on eHow about painting tub surround. http://www.ehow.com/how_4453501_paint-tub-surround.html
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Tub surround may come in cheap or expensive prices. But why purchase expensive ones when you can purchase a cheap one in a good quality. All you have to do is visit Nextag and look for the cheapest tub surround they offer with a good quality.
Yes, plumbing should be able to repair damage to a fiberglass tub. However, it is recommended you hire a professional plumber to work on your bath tub.
The material that is used before tiling a tub surround and ensure no water damage is known as concrete backer board, sometimes referred to as green board.
If you have a walk in tub that was damaged by a covered peril then Yes, your insurance would cover the cost of repair or replacement. If our just wanting to update your existing tub then that's not covered.
Tiles, or good quality paint.
You're better to consult a tub re-finisher on this one. The process is simple. You would have to scuff the finish first, then repair any cracks. Next shoot the tub with primer and finally shoot the tub with several coats of finishing paint. I build homes and have had several fiberglass tubs cracked and chipped through the years and I always use a tub re-finisher. The chemicals they use are very hard to work with and are harmful to your health. Contact your local home builders association and ask them from a referral.
Most contractors of this type call themselves "bathroom remodelers" or refinishers. Despite the connotation of totally remodeling a bathroom, they repair bathroom fixtures, too. Most bathrooms contractor will perform fiberglass tub repair. Another type of contractor who perform fiberglass tub repair is refinishing contractors.
You can find a guide to making a repair on your tub drain on the following site: http://homerepair.about.com/od/plumbingrepair/Plumbing_Repair_DIY_Tips_and_StepByStep_Guides.htm. They offer great tips!
Make sure your hot tub has onsite repair and maintanance in case of problems.