Will this kit fix a softball sized hole in the sidewall of a tub and do I remove the remaining material from the hole or go over it?
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No way there is enough in here to fix a whole that big. You may want to just get some marine/boat epoxy or something to help fill in a hole that big, this is just 3 small putty sticks.
2064152
Doug. This item worked on a 1921 tub. The square hole fit. It was smaller in size,but it work
893056
I returned this product because I realized there was not enough material provided for the repair I needed to make. It is for very small chips & nicks. I needed a much larger amount of filler to fix my sink. So I cannot say how it matches a white tub. I would guess that it is made to match a brand new white porcelain tub, so if your tub is older, it may vary in color a little & it may not blend in perfectly. However, even if the match is not perfect, I would think it still probably looks a lot better than looking at a chip or crack.
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Not at all, I used it on mine. I will caution you, however, to make sure you keep the rotation of the drill slow and don't linger in one spot too long. It can cause damage if you are not really careful, but I will say my fiberglass tub has never been cleaner. Just take your time and work slowly until you get a feel for the use of the drill brush..awesome product!
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I believe a patch for an inner tube or pool will do the trick or if you want to be even cheaper DUCT TAPE FIXES ALL. Lol! Seriously though duct tape or pool patches will do it. Once its patched though I myself would be a little more leery about when my dog lays on it because the patch or the tape could come off or if you have a Whisky, thats my dog, they could decide that the patch/tape looks interesting enough to play with and end up with a huge mess everywhere. Thats what happen with the first one I got for him lasted all of 5 minutes out of the box. lol
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Hi Rose - there are no instructions included, but the hole size is 2 1/8 inches. You can purchase a hole saw (usually used for cutting holes in doors) at your local hardware store. You want to center were the hole is to be cut and make sure it will clear the bottom interior floor of the tub. The gaskets go on either side of the tub once the hole is cut and usually hand tightening is enough to keep it from leaking, but you might need to make it slightly tighter for a really good seal. Hope this helps.
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it grips over the side of the tub. if you have a curved top and not a solid wall, i do not think this will work because you have to tighten it against the body of the tub and if the top is curved over and the tub inset, it won't work.
479783
Check youtube under "remove rusted tub drain missing cross bars" theres a great video of a SIMPLE fix....eureka!
1089452
If the hole is not large you can use a wax nail hole filler available in wood colors. This is not the best but it might work.
585023
We used Crazy Glue, but also thought the clear acrylic bathtub caulk might work and be weatherproof, also.The hole needed was where the crossbar entered the frame. What was really needed was a longer screw for that.
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Yes, It unscrews and a soaking in vinegar and water overnight opens up all the holes. CLR product might work but with the bronze finish on mine, I am hesitant to hit it with chemicals.
810944
I am not really sure. This kit is kinda like the stuff you use to patch a kids swimming pool. Hope this helps.
1830610
I doubt if it would harm the fittings material, for my purposes, it has always "just worked." Probably the smart move would be to test the sealant on a spare fitting first.
429094
I would test first if you don't want to risk damaging the tub-I don't know how the chemical reaction might work-but this stuff is certainly stronger than Goo Gone. I've easily removed decals and sticker residue with the 3M, where Goo Gone did nothing but make a mess.
833770
Did you try the patch kit? In the instructions it also says you can use duct tape for a temporary fix.
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I have to agree with TonyD except I put mine closer to the inside of center, guess it's really up to you and the shape of the tub. Silicone caulk works the best but can be bit messy/greasy to clean up, the key I found is to not to try and wash it off but instead get an old towel and wipe the excess off your hands and fingers after you beaded the seams or use latex gloves which are cheap and handy to have around anyways. Other than that it was an easy install and they work like a charm now.
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That depends. Are you plugging a hole, or reattaching a loose flap? If the latter, it should be fine for a while. It hardens with a certain flexibility, so it should work. Dunno firsthand, though.