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how do I mend a crack in a ceramic sink?

We have a small linear crack in the bottom of a white ceramic sink and wonder if there is another way to repair it, aside from replacing the whole sink?
kate, August 2004
Hi I have a similar problem with my porcelin sink. I have not yet repaired it yet but I was going to try the following:

Obtain a filler called 'MILLIPUT' the type for ceramic etc (it is white in colour and has a smooth finish, sets under water, is water proof when set and is very very hard)
Use a dremel or other type of small grinding power tool to grind away at the crack. this will get rid of dirt and also give the filler a great 'key'.
Mix the filler (observing the instructions) and then fill the grinded out crack. smooth off as much as possible but leave a very small amount protruding the crack.
Wait til it has neary gone off and the use water and a cloth or fine sponge to smooth the surface more. then wait 12 hours til completely set rock hard.
Use the dremel with a polishing bit and use jewelers rouge or other very fine polishing paste and polish to a shine.

I cant guarentee the finish will be exactly the same but this will probably be the best you will get.

Hope this helps

Simon [at] dreamtechnologies [dot] co [dot] uk, August 2004