I recently discovered a hairline crack in my bathtub, and I'm also concerned that the drain might not be centered properly. I saw a tub repair kit at Lowe's and was considering using Flex Seal around the drain to prevent water from leaking. Does anyone know if those repair kits are effective, and is it a good idea to use Flex Seal in this situation?
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Cracks in plastic or fiberglass tubs often happen when they're not well supported. To fix it properly, you should address the issue from below, especially if the crack is only in the gelcoat or surface. I recommend checking out some DIY videos for a complete guide on how to tackle this. Here’s one that’s pretty thorough: [link](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ql94buhi9xQ).
I had a similar issue and used epoxy putty to repair cracks around my shower drain. It's sandable, watertight, and you can even paint over it. Three years later, it’s still holding strong!
Sounds great! Do you know what type of paint I should use for my bathtub?
First, you really need to understand why the crack happened; without fixing the underlying issue, any repair will only be temporary. Just keep that in mind!
I think the weight of both me and my wife showering together could be a factor, along with what the plumber did when he was working on my toilet. A temporary fix would be okay for now; I just want to avoid redoing the entire drain this year.
That makes sense! I think the crack might have formed because my wife and I have been showering together, which could put extra weight near the drain. But you're right, if I'm going to fix it, I should do it right the first time!