If they don't come off with a mild abrasive, you probably can't get them off. You may instead be able to refinish the bath tub. Check at your local hardware store for options.
If you want to take it on, read up on fibreglass repairs. You will need to remove the tub and repair it from the underside. You will need some fibre glass cloth and a two-part epoxy resin. You will also need to feather sand the inside and possibly put one or two plies on the inside. Repainting never works in tubs and showers using normal paints. You will need a two-part epoxy paint. A heat lamp is also beneficial in the cure cycle for all epoxy resins and paints. The two parts of any epoxy system are the base and the catalyst or hardener. Once mixed, you will have a set time (depending on the manufacturer's instructions) to work with it before the hardener causes the base to gel. This is known as the working life. After it gels, it must be left untouched until the cure time is up. Once cured it should be hard to the touch, not tacky.
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Walmart has an extensive supply of laundry tubs. Because they are simply molded from plastic, they are cheap products that last a life time and are a good deal.
They sell tubs in 500ml and 125ml sizes.
There are standards in heights of fixtures like tubs or showers. It is easier to have all valves at the same height than all over the place on walls.
A paint specified for spas and hot tubs should only be used as chemicals, heat and waterproof properties must be adhered to. The Bathtub Refinishing Referral Network at www.refinishingonline.com sells such a paint product. 2 part Spa & Hot Tub Paint in 13 hi gloss colors. Complete directions for preparing the surface and application are available for viewing on the product page. Coatings cannot be sprayed and must be brushed on or rolled on with a dense foam roller. No fumes and are non toxic when dry.