Crazing Cracks: Bathroom Sinks And Tubs
Miniature hairline spider like cracks may appear on cultured marble or acrylic sinks over the years. The thermal shock to the surface from turning the hot and cold water on causes many of these cracks.
Cracked but not leaking?
These types of cracks are mostly on the surface and the sinks do not leak. This is generally considered cosmetic in nature.
Where?
The most common places these are found are in cultured marble or acrylic:
- Sinks
- Tubs
- Showers
Bringing back the shine
There are various cleaners, products and techniques to bring back the shine and crisp look to sinks, showers and tubs. With a little research, you should discover a number of ways to accomplish this.
Who to consult? Plumbers, qualified handymen and remodeling contractors.
Home owners can often do maintenance or replace their own sink. Qualified handymen, plumbers and remodeling contractors likewise do this type of work.
Additional Resources
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I have a sink with tiny cracks (cosmetic). They are stained, unfortunately. How do I fill them up or clean through them? Can sodium bicarbonate help?
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