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Hi team,
I have a clawfoot cast iron bath tub where the cream paint has peeled off in a section. It was caused by a very slow drip from the tap and developed into a crack and now pieces of paint have come off. The rest of the bath is in excellent condition.
How do I go about repairing and painting this section and ensuring it is watertight? Photo is attached.
Thank you in advance!
Hello @Sasha4
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your cast iron bath.
One way to patch the damage on your bath is to use Selleys 50g Knead It Aqua Epoxy Putty. Please note that the epoxy putty cures in an off-white colour and will need to be painted over to match the baths colour. Just be aware that the paint is for cosmetic purposes only and will need to be touched up when it peels or fades away.
The general steps are to sand the sides of the paint damage to level them out. Wipe away all the sanding dust and mix only what you need in your hand. Make sure that the putty is fully activated before pushing it into the damaged section. Flatten it as best you can and feather the edges with your thumb to blend the putty into place. Once the putty cures you can lightly sand the surface to lower its height, wash off the sanding dust before painting over it.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
