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Old 01-26-2025, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Clum9 View Post
We have a small hairline crack on the top of our bathtub. The color of the tub appears to be bisque. Can anyone recommend a repair company that can fix this without it being obvious or without having to replace the entire tub?

Scratch or crack? Either way Google has repair for both.

Quote from Google

To remove scratches from a porcelain bathtub, you can try using a mild abrasive like baking soda, a fine-grit pumice stone for minor scratches, or a dedicated porcelain repair kit for deeper scratches; always test a small inconspicuous area first, and be careful not to scrub too hard to avoid further damage.
Here are a few methods to try:
Baking soda:
Sprinkle baking soda on the scratched area and gently buff it in with a damp cloth or sponge.
Pumice stone:
Soak a fine-pore pumice stone in water and lightly rub it over the scratch.
Commercial porcelain repair kit:
Apply a small amount of the repair compound specifically designed for porcelain to the scratch and let it set according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Important points to remember:
Test first:
Before applying any cleaning method to the entire scratch, test it on a small inconspicuous area of the tub to ensure it won't damage the porcelain.
Light pressure:
Always use gentle pressure when scrubbing the scratches to avoid causing further damage.
For deep scratches:
If the scratches are deep, a professional bathtub refinishing service might be necessary

For cracks just google cracks in porcelain.