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I have a small chip in the bathtub and was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on which products is best suited to fix this.
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community Bec (@rln801). It's wonderful to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about repairing a bathtub.
The PC-11 56g White Epoxy Paste is used to fill any damage on the surface like chips. Once those holes are repaired the White Knight 500ml White Tub And Basin Paint is applied over the repaired section and tub. The epoxy paste repairs damage, and the tub paint resurfaces and rejuvenates the bath.
It really just depends on what type of damage you are trying to repair. You might like to post an image of your issue so our helpful members can better understand what to suggest.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @DarrenN and thanks for joining in the discussion.
Let me tag our resident Bunnings D.I.Y. experts in @MitchellMc and @EricL to assist you as soon as possible.
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Jason
Hi @DarrenN,
That would be correct; it's a three-stage process. The filler must also be sanded flat to blend into the surrounding area.
You might like to apply the filler and see if you are happy with the colour difference. However, I think you'll find the "white" filler ends up being quite grey.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions.
Mitchell
Hi Mitchell,
The coat of my bathtub has started to chip. Would you recommend using White Knight Tub And Basin Paint to cover these chips, or is there a better alternative?
The bath is made of metal in case that's important.
Thanks!
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Richard4. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about restoring a bathtub.
Would I be right in thinking that the chipping layer is a paint that was previously applied over the original paint? It looks like this bath has been re-painted previously, and the painted layer hasn't adhered well. The paint is now delaminating, and any of this compromised paint needs to be removed before you can apply a new tub paint. I recommend preparing this surface and sanding the flaking areas with 120-grit sandpaper; remember to wear a dust mask. Remove all the chipping paint and then sand back into the non-chipped area until you reach solid paint that is well bound. You can then swap to 240-grit sandpaper and smooth out any rough spots. You'll then be able to clean the tub thoroughly and re-paint with White Knight Tub and Basin. I am not aware of any better product, and I've successfully used it myself.
Please let me know if you need further assistance or have questions.
Mitchell
I'd recommend repainting the entire bath @Richard4. It will provide an additional layer of protection to the current paint and will help blend in the repaired section. If you were to paint just the repair, the paint would likely be a slightly different white, and you'll be able to see the repair clearly.
Mitchell
