| Item | Miracle Method | Perma-Glaze |
| Start | 1979 | 1980 |
| Franchised? | Yes | Yes |
| # Locations U.S. | 120 | 50-60 |
| Proprietary Coatings? | Yes | Yes |
| Tubs | Yes | Yes |
| Showers | [Yes | Yes |
| Sinks | Yes | Yes |
| Final Buffing? | Yes | No |
| Process Length | Multiple Day | One Day |
| Residential/Commercial | 60%/40% | 70%/30% |
| Warranty? | 5 yr. ltd. | Not known |
Quick Compare: Miracle Method and Perma-Glaze
By Lee Wallender, About.com
The foremost companies in the United States (and abroad, too) that refinish bathtubs, as well as sinks, counters, showers, and more: Miracle Method and Perma-Glaze. Which is right for your refinishing job?
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