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    Nmow Posts: 27, Reputation: -1
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    Jan 29, 2013, 09:11 AM
    Bathtub rust
    Bathtub has rust around drain, through the actual tub too around the drain. It has caused water to seep into the tiny rust holes. Is there a cheap fix??
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    Jan 29, 2013, 09:17 AM
    New bathtub...

    Nothing less will fix THAT problem.
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    Jan 29, 2013, 11:11 AM
    Before you replace the tub why not dry it off good and steel wool the rust off. Now epoxy around the drain and see if that holds. If not then replacing the tub's your only option, Good luck, Tom
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    Jan 29, 2013, 06:47 PM
    I don't know guys! Depending on the situation (would love to see pictures here) Nmow may be able to use PORC-A-FILLER:

    Porc-a-Filler

    And then PORC-A-FIX to make things a little better:

    Porcelain Touch-Up Glaze - Amazon.com

    I've had some great results with these products, but as mentioned, would love a pic. Here so I can really tell you the chances of success, Nmow!

    Mark
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    Jan 29, 2013, 07:28 PM
    I understood there was rust THROUGH the tub.. creating a perforation and leak.. and not just a damaged porcelain coating.
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    Jan 30, 2013, 05:56 AM
    Doesn't mention a leak... just sounds like actual damage to the tub at this point...

    I'm picturing something similar to the picture below... but with small holes around the perimeter. Cast iron tub is super thick in this area, so may be repairable!

    Nmow can tell us more when he returns!
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    Jan 31, 2013, 04:52 PM
    YES! The last attached image from "massplumber2008" is identical to the tub.
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    Jan 31, 2013, 06:04 PM
    Cool, then get a rust remover (CLR) and a wire brush and clean the area up real well.

    Use the porc-a-fill to fill the areas just low of flush to the surrounding porcelain and after that dries paint on the porc-a-fix to flush with the surrounding porcelain. Follow directions on the package for best results!

    If you really want superior results you would remove the basket strainer from the tub (not very easy if you have never done it) and clean and patch all before installing a new tub strainer or new toe touch tub drain assembly in place!

    Good luck!

    Mark
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    Feb 1, 2013, 09:54 PM
    All right Mark,
    SO, I Used CLR and A wire brush to clean up the area, follwed the directions on the package of porc-a-fill, and porc-a-fix and got GREAT results.

    New tub strainer and it looks good as new.

    THANKS!
    -Nick
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    Feb 2, 2013, 06:21 PM
    I would clean the area with sand paper and then paint the entire tub with Rust o leums tub and tile paint. Amazon.com: tub and tile paint
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