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Sun Jul 26 2009 09:55 PM
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Can this porcelain face be repaired? I know I can buy a modern replacement but does anyone know if procelain can be fixed?
Bernie Retired but refuse to grow up.
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Yes it can be restored but you could probably buy 4 or 5 new ones for what it would cost.
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Porcelain repair = Bondo/paint Porcelain is fired glass on metal
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Check with any company(s) in your area, that do porcelain sink and tub repair. Here they use a 2 stage polymer that looks and acts like the original porcelain. As too cost, I have no idea.
Looking for Tide Water/ Tide Water-Associated/ Tidewater items
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Bondo and paint can fix the chips but unless you have an artist who can repaint the printing on the face the restoration will never look very good as the chips extend into the printed area. You are much better off to find one in better condition or go with a repro.
Bill Fortune
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I found a really good white porcelain paint at Home Depot but like wfort39663 said, you would have to have someone do the lettering which would be extremely difficult. The reproductions out there are very nice, I just wish I had one to restore!
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I may have orignal in better shape than that. I will check and let you know if so.
Rick H, Sacramento Ca.
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I may have orignal in better shape than that. I will check and let you know if so. Thanks Rick. Let me know.
Bernie Retired but refuse to grow up.
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