Sometimes accidents happen while in the bathtub and something is dropped or you can fall and you make a hole in your fiberglass bathtub. There are many methods to fix this yourself. Here we are going to show you some different ways to fix it yourself and save money doing so.DIY – Fix Hole in Bathtub You may be asking yourself these questions about repairing a hole in your bathtub:Is the hole too big to repair? How can I fix this problem in the most cost efficient way? Will i be able to repair the hole myself? Will my bathtub leak water after I fix it? If you are wanting to go the easy route then a brand new bathtub that comes in 2 different pieces (bathtub and surrounding wall) will cost you around $500 dollars. Labor to have a new bathtub installed would cost around $1000 dollars. So, as you can see, if a new bathtub is the route you want to choose then it will cost you around $1500 dollars total. That is a heck of steep price when it will cost you around $80 dollars to DIY! If you choose to DIY then read below…..

Best Fix Method 1 – Patch it with a fiberglass repair kit from any home improvement store. The normal fiberglass repair kit contains a patch of fiberglass cloth, a bottle of resin, and a bottle of hardener. You simply add a few drops of hardener to the resin, mix it, then apply it over the hole. Cheap Terminator TiresFollow the instructions, apply it, then sand down the patched area with a heavy grit sandpaper. Used Book Stores Petoskey MiIt would be best to sand down the complete bathtub after the kit has been applied to get things looking uniform. Clawfoot Tub New JerseyThen use a bathtub refinishing kit to make it look brand new. A refinishing kit can make even the oldest bathtub look amazing if applied correctly. Elmers Bathtub Repair KitBest Fix Method 2 – You could use car Bondo with a patching fabric.

Sometimes Bondo is cheaper than an actual repair kit. If you choose this route then follow the same directions as above for applying it.Bondo Fiberglass Repair KitBest Fix Method 3 – Use a common 5 minute fast dry epoxy. Mix 2 part epoxy and add a small amount of baby powder to make a paste and to get it looking white if your bathtub is white. Then, use a cheap throw away spatula to spread the mixture. Flatten the epoxy paste into and against the hole making sure to keep it nice and level. Wait 4 hours to fully cure and then sand it down to a smooth and level surface to match the rest of the tub.5 Minute EpoxyPlease Share Our Helpful DIY InformationDent Repair with a Hair Dryer auto & mechanicalblow dryerdentdry icefingerglovehair dryerhandkitmaintenance & repairpaintlesspdrremovalrepairA ready-to-use, one-part filler that provides easy, long-lasting repairs to chips, scrapes and gouges. Pre-tinted in 10 popular colors. Use on gelcoat, fiberglass, ceramics, stone & more.

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12.9mL / 0.43 fl OZ (resealable tube) Plastic (Requires a priming coat with MagicEzy Mega Fusion first.) Aluminum (Requires a priming coat with MagicEzy Mega Fusion first.) At 70ºF / 20º C (In cooler conditions, allow more time): Re-coat after 2 hours Avoid any contact for 48 hours after application Avoid getting wet for 14 days (If necessary, cover area with a temporary shield. plastic bag, sealed with electrical tape ) MagicEzy will continue to strengthen and harden over the next 2-4 weeks. If the temperature is expected to drop below 20°C / 70°F within the first 24 hours, blow dry the repair with a warm hairdryer for about 2 minutes after each coat. Store in a cool place below 50°F / 10°C. (A refrigerator is best.) Do NOT use when temperature drops below 50°F / 10°C as the product will not cure. Clean area with soapy water & dry thoroughly. Massage the sealed tube to loosen contents. Apply into damage and slightly overfill.