How to Repair Bathtubs at Home
Simple Bathtub Repair Hacks for Simple Issues
As time passes by, your bathtubs will get scratched and stained and that’s pretty normal. There are a couple of bathtub issues that you can resolve on your own. If your issues are more on the cosmetic side or if there are only a couple of scratches or stains for you to take care of, DIY bathtub repair may be a great idea. However, if you are dealing with more serious bathtub issues, make sure that you get help from a professional.
A couple of cosmetic issues that you can take care of on your own are as follows:
Rust and Chips on the Porcelain
Rust is typically the result of your faucet dripping water into your tub that has high iron content. A common solution to this is getting vinegar, soaking a rag, and laying it on the stain for a couple of minutes to an hour. After soaking, you can scrub the affected area. Repeat if necessary. Be careful when scrubbing the top so as not to cause any unwanted scratches.
Chipped porcelain can be remedied with a store-bought porcelain touch-up solution or paste. Make sure that you choose one that will be a good match for the color of your bathtub.
Scratches on Fiberglass
When you get a scratch on your fiberglass tub, you can easily restore this with a simple rubbing and buffing. You can buy a fiberglass kit from the hardware store that can help to make your fiberglass tub look brand new. Just make sure that you follow the directions on the label. You will need to buff, apply sealant, and then buff again.
Have major bathtub issues that need the help of a bathtub specialist? If you are in Stockton, CA, you can get a bathtub repair specialist from Rick's Bathtub Refinishing. For more information or to learn more about the service, just call (209) 208-6924.