Cracked bathroom sink

[davidmurphy02]

Our bathroom sink has developed a small crack, on the upper surface from the hot faucet over to the wall where the sink edge curves up. I'd post a pic but I have already covered it up with some white duct tape to reinforce that spot as an emergency repair, we are at the beginning of a two month trip.

Has anyone ever patched a crack in this sink? I assume it is some type of plastic. The crack is on the upper horizontal surface by the faucet and luckily, at least so far, doesn't go down into the bowl.

And in the event the crack worsens, which I suppose it eventually will, does anyone happen to have a link handy to a replacement? Centex, wish this had happened before your trailer was delivered, would have been easy to switch "delete sink" for "do not install sink"...timing is everything.

 

[Donna D.]

Some plastics are repairable some are not and I can't help because mine hasn't cracked.

But, I caution everyone, do NOT use the sink as a handhold to pull yourself on or off the toilet. It was NOT mounted for that purpose nor is the sink made for that purpose. I see a few people suggesting it. Mount a proper handhold if you need it.

 

[RangerMan]

Some plastics are repairable some are not and I can't help because mine hasn't cracked.

But, I caution everyone, do NOT use the sink as a handhold to pull yourself on or off the toilet. It was NOT mounted for that purpose nor is the sink made for that purpose. I see a few people suggesting it. Mount a proper handhold if you need it.

When I have to pull myself up off the 'throne', I may well look for another means of recreation! )

 

[Centex]

.... Centex, wish this had happened before your trailer was delivered, would have been easy to switch "delete sink" for "do not install sink"...timing is everything.

Well, darn, but perhaps you can get the brand / PN info from ETI and find it on the US-side of the interweb at a reasonable delivered price. Methinks (hopes?) it's not a 'custom for ETI' item.

Hope that otherwise y'all are Having Fun, David!

 

[MyronL]

The screw that holds the shower wand to the wall can easily be removed and replaced with a machine screw going through to inside the closet. This allows for any required safe rising throne assistance.

 

[Hancock]

Our bathroom sink has developed a small crack, on the upper surface from the hot faucet over to the wall where the sink edge curves up. I'd post a pic but I have already covered it up with some white duct tape to reinforce that spot as an emergency repair, we are at the beginning of a two month trip.

Has anyone ever patched a crack in this sink? I assume it is some type of plastic. The crack is on the upper horizontal surface by the faucet and luckily, at least so far, doesn't go down into the bowl.

And in the event the crack worsens, which I suppose it eventually will, does anyone happen to have a link handy to a replacement? Centex, wish this had happened before your trailer was delivered, would have been easy to switch "delete sink" for "do not install sink"...timing is everything.

We just noticed the same problem. There is a crack in the sink next to the drain and one up near the hot valve handle. We have also noticed a couple of small cracks on the cold valve handle. We have certainly never used it for anything other than running water - no stress has been put on it. We may need to consider a replacement. The trailer is still in warranty but I an not sure if they would do anything about it.

 

[cpaharley2008]

The screw that holds the shower wand to the wall can easily be removed and replaced with a machine screw going through to inside the closet. This allows for any required safe rising throne assistance.

I'm not sure if I could reach that already standing, seems high to me.......

 

[Ron in BC]

Well Myron isn't exactly height challenged.

Ron

 

[cpaharley2008]

Well Myron isn't exactly height challenged.

Ron

Yes I know, I look up to him......

 

[MyronL]

Jim I would never sell you short.

 

[cpaharley2008]

 

[TTMartin]

Centex, wish this had happened before your trailer was delivered, would have been easy to switch "delete sink" for "do not install sink"...timing is everything.

Just because your sink has cracks doesn't mean that anyone should delete an extremely practical sink.

 

[tractors1]

I think ETI uses the same sink in all models. I bought one for a mod I'm working on and it was around $40 from ETI.

 

[escape artist]

Jim I would never sell you short.

Hi: MyronL... Was that a "Wise crack"? Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

 

[MyronL]

Alf no cracks pleeeze.

 

[Oldtimer-ESC]

It seems the cracks are covered

David

 

[sumac.rhus (2017 17B)]

Hmmmm.... so no suggestions on what best to repair bathroom sink crack with...?

I recently noticed crack in the bottom of my sink's basin... Is the sink acrylic? (2017 17

Am wondering if this, from Amazon, might work:
Tub Repair Kit White, Tub Chip and Bathtub Repair Kit for Acrylic, Enamel, Porcelain, Fiberglass, Repairs Chips, Cracks, Scratches, Rust, Holes on Tub, Toilet, Sink, Shower, Tray in Bathroom
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...or if there is something even more simple or more effective?

 

[HABBERDABBER]

My guess.....only

The sink appears to be vacuum form molded from ABS plastic. That makes it a plastic that bonds reasonably well with 2 part epoxy. Marine-Tex is one that is worth a try to repair the crack. It's used in patching dings on watercraft, widely available and white. You may not get a stellar cosmetic color match, but it's a patch.

Preparation is key. Cleaning, light scuffing sanding, rubbing alcohol wipe down, masking, application and contouring with packing tape, maybe some finish sanding after curing could do the job.

ABS plastic is my guess, but it comes with some experience in the plastics industry.

Patching is worth a try.

 

[sumac.rhus (2017 17B)]

Thank you so much!!

 

[tractors1]

I ordered a spare sink from Escape some years ago for a project. Think it was only $35 or so.