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SharkGrip Coatings

Liquid Porcelain Enamel (LPE) – #1 Professional Tub Refinishing Coating

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SKU:
LPE1W-BW-A
MPN:
LPE1W-VP
Availability:
Orders Placed by 1:00 p.m. Central Time Ship the same Day
Weight:
12.00 LBS
Width:
12.00 (in)
Height:
12.00 (in)
Depth:
12.00 (in)
Minimum Purchase:
1 unit
Maximum Purchase:
250 units
  • Liquid Porcelain Enamel Part A
  • Liquid Porcelain Enamel Value Pack
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Description

You’re on the LIQUID PORCELAIN ENAMEL (LPE) page
Direct-to-surface performance means prep discipline decides the outcome.
PRO TIP — DIRECT-TO-SURFACE DISCIPLINE
LPE bonds direct-to-surface. Your prep must be PERFECT.
IF YOU’RE SPRAYING DIRECT TO SURFACE
With no primer/bonding agent buffering mistakes, the surface controls the outcome.
1) CLEAN
2) DRY
3) DULL
SWAT PROMO
$5 OFF SWAT
$5 OFF SWAT (auto at checkout)
When LPE is in your cart
No codes-no forms, just add SWAT if you need it. 
SWAT — FINAL WIPE (RECOMMENDED)
We strongly recommend using SWAT as the Final Wipe before LPE. It’s engineered to remove contamination that common “solvent wipes” leave behind so you start on a clean, dry, and dull, bond-ready surface.
Do not sand over residue. If you grind contamination into the surface, you’re locking in defects.
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Produced for professional workflows. Follow labels/SDS and local safety requirements.
ENGINEERED FOR PROFESSIONAL REFINISHING
LIQUID PORCELAIN ENAMEL
Professional Standard • Immersion-Service Performance
DIRECT-TO-SURFACE
ANTI-SAG / ANTI-RUN
ISO-FREE
WHAT YOU’RE BUYING
  • Complete 3-Component System (Part A + Part B + Reducer)
  • VALUE PACK includes a full gallon of reducer
  • Porcelain-like depth of gloss customers recognizes instantly.
MANUFACTURED for DIRECT to surface perforamce 
Controlled Production. 
Built as a pro standard for consistent weekly refinishing schedules.
PRO BUYING NOTE
Most weekly pros stock 2 kits per cycle to maintain workflow continuity and color consistency.
Produced in controlled batches.
Pro rule: Keep it clean, keep it dull, mix it right.
What “Immersion Service” Means
Immersion service coatings are built to handle constant or prolonged water exposure. Unlike splash-zone coatings, immersion-rated systems maintain durability, adhesion, and appearance even when water exposure is continuous.
1) Superior Durability
Resists weakening, blistering, and failure from prolonged water exposure.
2) Enhanced Adhesion
Designed to stay locked onto hard surfaces under harsh conditions.
3) Chemical Resistance
Built to hold up against cleaners and common chemical exposures.
Anti-Sag Technology
Loaded with anti-sag control so you can spray a generous film build without living in fear of runs. This reduces the learning curve for newer techs and improves consistency for busy weekly pros.
Pro benefit: fewer callbacks, more repeatable results.
Direct-to-Surface
Engineered to adhere directly to a clean, dry, and dull surface — eliminating extra components. That means less inventory, less shipping cost, and faster production.
Cost saver: Reduce material stack (no epoxy primer shipping).
Built for Mobile Pros: Fewer Components • Less Odor • Faster Setups
Designed for real-world refinishing logistics.
Portability + Low Odor
  • Fewer components
  • Lower odor than typical 2K urethanes
  • Better for occupied apartments and commercial environments
ISO-FREE + Acetone-Thinnable
  • No isocyanates
  • Can be reduced with acetone (VOC-exempt)
  • Optional custom reducer available for tuning
Unrivaled Depth of Gloss (The “Porcelain Look”)
LPE is famous for depth of gloss — not just surface shine. That’s why finished tubs look rich, deep, and porcelain-like.
Challenge: Find a deeper porcelain look. We’ll wait.
Primary Uses
  • Bathtub refinishing / reglazing / resurfacing
  • Ceramic tile walls and ceilings
  • Porcelain tubs and fixtures
  • Fiberglass surfaces
Immersion-Service Uses
  • Swimming pools
  • Baptismals
  • Concrete and water-exposed surfaces
Note: Proper prep, cure, and professional application practices are required for full performance.
Why Pros Keep LPE on the Truck
✅ Porcelain-like finish
Deep, rich gloss that visually replicates porcelain.
✅ Direct-to-surface
No primer required — fewer steps and less inventory.
✅ Forgiving spray window
Anti-sag control helps new and seasoned techs stay consistent.
✅ Low odor + ISO-free
Better for occupied spaces and mobile operations.
✅ Immersion service capable
Suitable for continuous water exposure when applied professionally.
✅ Low VOC + custom color
Environmentally friendlier profile and available in custom colors.
Why Shark Grip Coatings
Shark Grip Coatings supports professional refinishing companies with pro-grade chemistry and real support. LPE is a top mover because it delivers results that make pros money.
Liquid Porcelain Enamel — The Porcelain Look Pros Get Paid For
IMPORTANT: Mixing Precision + No Epoxy Primer Under LPE
LPE is engineered as a direct-to-surface system. Keep it clean, keep it dull, and mix it right.
Mix Precisely — No “Eyeballing”
  • Measure every batch for consistent cure, flow, and durability.
  • Use graduated cups or a scale.
  • Small mix errors create big problems: cure shifts, gloss shifts, weakness.
Pro rule: If you can’t repeat the mix, you can’t repeat the finish.
No Epoxy Primer Under LPE
  • LPE is direct-to-surface. Do NOT apply epoxy primer underneath.
  • Power Bond Wipe-On Primer is acceptable when coupling is needed — but avoid using it as a “primer coat”.
  • NOREAC is NOT to be used under LPE.
Why: Epoxy primers (and NOREAC) can create a yellowish cast in whites and light colors.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Color / Bleed-Through Warning
Both LPE and many epoxy primers use colored catalysts that carry an amber hue. Stacking LPE over epoxy can create a yellowish cast in whites/bone/light colors. For the cleanest porcelain look, keep LPE direct-to-surface: clean, dry, and dull.
Power Bond Wipe-On Primer
Use Only Power Bond Wipe-On Primer under LPE if you want extra insurance.
Liquid Porcelain Enamel — Mixing Instructions
Precision mixing is mandatory for proper cure, flow, and long-term performance.
Exact Mix Ratio (No Guessing)
  • 4 Parts Part A (Resin)
  • 1 Part Part B (Catalyst)
  • Mix thoroughly until fully uniform before reducing.
Rule: Measure every batch — no eyeballing.
Typical Tub Coverage
  • Minimum for a standard tub:
  • 12 oz Part A (Resin)
  • 3 oz Part B (Catalyst)
  • Adjust upward for larger tubs or heavier film builds.
Reduce - Thinning Selection & Equipment Considerations
Reducer amount depends on temperature, air movement, and spray equipment.
  • 2–3 stage turbines typically require more reducer.
  • 5–6 stage turbines require less due to higher output and better atomization.
  • Always spray a test panel when conditions or equipment change.
THE LPE LOW-ODOR FINISHING COMBO
LPE is already lower odor than many professional coatings. If you want to push odor suppression further for occupied spaces: Use
 ACETONE + ScentraLock™ together
What this combo does:
• Helps create a noticeably cleaner jobsite experience during application + early cure
• Reduces “lingering smell” complaints that cost time and reputation
• Gives you a simple, repeatable system you can explain to customers with confidence
Acetone
ACETONE
• Fast-flashing wipe that helps leave surfaces dry and ready
• Helps reduce odor carry-over by removing leftover moisture/residue
• Clean, predictable, a “no drama” step indoors
ScentraLock Odor Eliminator – Performance Enhancer
SCENTRALOCK™
• Odor suppression additive for dramatically reduced jobsite smell
• Helps keep jobs smoother: fewer complaints during cure
• Built for sensitive environments: apartments, hotels, occupied homes
THIS IS HOW PROS AVOID ODOR COMPLAINTS
If you’re charging professional money, don’t leave odor control to luck. Acetone + ScentraLock™ helps keep jobs smoother, customers happier, and your phone quieter.
Note: Odor perception varies by ventilation, temperature, film build, and jobsite conditions. Always use proper PPE and airflow.
 
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Additional Information

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18 Reviews

  • 4

    Good product

    Posted by ALFREDO GARCIA on Sep 12th 2024

    Some times have trouble with fish eyes but overall good product

  • 4

    Overall very good product

    Posted by ALFREDO GARCIA on Sep 12th 2024

    It is a very well performing product, except sometimes it does create fish eyes

  • 5

    Great

    Posted by Rmzzzz on Aug 3rd 2024

    Great quality paint. Love the outcome every time

  • 5

    Love this coating

    Posted by Chris Santell on May 21st 2024

    The depth of gloss and the ease of use makes the product worth every penny.

  • 5

    LPE

    Posted by MATT KNUDSON on Apr 16th 2024

    Great coating. Easy to spray, amazing adhesion and low odor.

  • 5

    Great product

    Posted by NINA CALDERAZZO on Apr 15th 2024

    LPE is an amazing product for newer and experienced refinishers. The anti-sag properties make this topcoat easy to spray thicker coatings without fear of runs. The gloss is excellent and has minimal odor

  • 5

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    Posted by Over the top tub and tiles reglazing on Apr 4th 2024

    Good quality

  • 5

    Excellent product

    Posted by TONY MORENO on Mar 12th 2024

    I Lovet Beautyful great product

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