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Originally Posted by Todd
On 09/11/2012 07:10 PM, nestork wrote:
I have no clue why your fiberglass tub/shower would be "peeling", and I
have even less idea as to how to fix something like that.
Not the fiberglass, the paint on the sheet rock when it contacts
the top of the tub. It is pretty messed up too. I figure sand paper
and dig out any holes and fill the with spackle.
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Todd:
Scrape off any loose and peeling paint.
If any surface paper comes off with the paint, then use the self adhesive fiberglass mesh drywall joint tape over those areas. Then, paint that mesh with white wood glue diluted with water to make it into a paintable consistancy. As the glue dries, it'll bond the fiberglass mesh to the paper.
If you have any areas where the paper is missing and the gypsum core is crumbling, remove the gypsum, fill with drywall joint compound, sand smooth, remove any dust and then use the fiberglass mesh over that.
THEN, prime and paint over your repairs with a paint specifically made to be used in bathrooms.