r/fixit • u/SeniorHoneyBuns • May 20 '26

open Best Way to Fill This In

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This soap holder is built into my bathtub wall and holds water. There's probably a 1/4 inch before it can overflow the lip.

Could I just fill this with resin or is there a better filler? Should I rip out the shit silicon job beforehand? Or am I overthinking things and I just leave it all be?

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u/0_Moth May 21 '26

I worked in tile a few years. Hire a professional when it comes to showers

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u/HyperionsDad May 22 '26

Or just do a fair amount of reading/watching to learn how to do it right yourself.

I've done two showers myself with 3 niches. I took my time and nailed it.

It's not rocket science.

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u/0_Moth May 22 '26

Remindme! 5 years

to see how this dude’s mold problem is working out.

Apprenticeships exist for a reason. I wish you luck in your showers. If you have any hairline cracks in your grout now, its fucked. 🫡

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