How to fix bathtub peeling?

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How to fix peeling bathtub? : r/handyman - Reddit
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How to fix a peeling bathtub on bottom? - YouTube
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How to repair peeling bathtub? | Bunnings Workshop community
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How to Repair Bathtub Chips and Peels - Simple Practical Beautiful
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To fix a peeling bathtub, follow these steps:
  1. Remove the Peeling Finish:
    • Use a putty knife to scrape away any loose or flaking paint or finish.
    • For stubborn areas, use sandpaper or a chemical stripper to remove the finish completely
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  2. Clean the Tub:
    • Thoroughly clean the tub to remove any debris or residue.
    • Use a gentle cleaner and a scrub brush, paying extra attention to areas where the finish has peeled away
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  3. Repair Any Damage:
    • If your bathtub has any scratches, cracks, or other damage, use a bathtub repair kit to fill in any cracks or holes.
    • Sand the area smooth once the repair is dry
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  4. Apply a New Finish:
    • Use a refinish kit or hopper epoxy paint kit to apply a new finish to the entire tub.
    • Ensure the tub sits for 24 hours to cure, and follow up with caulking as needed1
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  5. Maintain the Finish:
    • Avoid using abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals, which can damage the finish.
    • Use a mild cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the tub regularly
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It is recommended to consult a professional if you are not comfortable with the process or if the peeling is extensive13.

References

1. How to fix peeling bathtub? : r/handyman - Reddit2. How to fix a peeling bathtub on bottom? - YouTube3. How to repair peeling bathtub? | Bunnings Workshop community4. How to Repair Bathtub Chips and Peels - Simple Practical Beautiful5. Tub Refinishing Tips for Beginners - YouTube



Author: Bathtub Renew



Key insights

  • The process of repairing a peeling tub can be a DIY project, saving money on professional services.
  • ️ The fresh air system pumps right into the mask because the stripping agent can be felt after a while.
  • The tub looks brand new after the repair, making it super clean and super white.

Timestamped Summary

  • 00:00 Bathtub renew expert demonstrates how to fix a peeling tub.
  • 00:45 Stripping the peeling tub with a fresh air system and getting ready to start coating.
  • 03:02 Clean and renew a peeling bathtub to make it look brand new.

Video Full Text

  • 00:00 Matthew here bathtub renew.com porcelain surgeon on site and you guys got to check this out because this one uncle paul job that's right first. I want to bring attention to my hat look at this yeah. This is a mad scientist one that's my second favorite one. I like the other one a little bit better because it's a little bit tighter on top. This one's a little bit deeper. But you know it's got something in here to keep the sweat off the brow which is kind of cool. Let's check out this job right now and we'll go over it. She's a peeler uncle paul got to this one do it. Yourself kid again rolled roll.
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  • 00:45 We're gonna strip the whole thing right off so let's get the fresh air system set up give me. The machine is on. The fall today is ready to rock and roll. So this is the fresh air system. Here. Why is it say fresh air because this actually goes to a hose if you point the camera. Over. There you see your and this actually pumps right into the mast because the stripping agent uh you can actually feel it after a while go through your mask. So this is right in here. There's fresh air that pumps right in here stripper time. So we're getting ready to start coding. That's right all right. We're just packing up right now.
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  • 03:02 I still got the fresh air on because I like it it blows nice and cool air. In here yeah. See all brand new. We're gonna clean it up. We are all done and she is brand new brand new check. This bad boy out. She is super clean and super nice and super white all right. This nightmare is back to brand new again. I'm matthew bathtub renew.com and I will see you guys on the next one yeah.
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