Acrylic/Plastic Bath Panel Crack

Anoneemoose

grumbler said:

Anoneemoose said:

grumbler said:

Anoneemoose said:

Please can anyone recommend a product I could use to try and fill this crack that could also be a bit flexible? 

Is it a crack or a gap? Is it a thin wobbly plastic panel, not a massive one covered with plastic?

It’s a crack about 2.5” long, though when I’ve looked there’s a slight gap formed where it is where the plastic has separated. 

If you want to cover the panel and it's a crack, not a gap, you have to reinforce the panel. For this I suggest to glue several layers of fabric on the back side over the crack with some thick grab adhesive. Allow the previous layer to dry before adding next one.

If there is a gap, close it first (pull the sides together)  with strips of duct tape on the front side and remove them later, when you finish.

Thank you. That makes sense and seems like a great idea. I’ve plenty of fabric in my stash! 

ThisIsWeird

Also abrade the rear surface of the panel around the crack to aid adhesion.

wazza99

We have same problem, P panel, gone brittle (and slightly yellow), i've used fibreglass in the past which has been ok on the rear side. As others say though more cracks will soon start to appear. Same story cannot find a replacement anywhere that fits, like you im done with P shaped baths.