Dropped screwdriver into bathtub

[Andrew Schrader]

I dropped a philips screwdriver and it made a little + indentation into my bathtub. 1/16" deep? Similar to if you slip on a drill and dent the drywall. Is it possible that this will cause a leak?

Should I put a dab of clear silicone over it? Epoxy? To prevent a future leak. Thanks!

 

[Jeff H Young]

Never seen a hole caused like that pressed steel? Fiberglass? Take a dart like a kids dartgun suction cup and test it If dart sticks you're good

 

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[Jadnashua]

What is the base material of the tub? Depending on the coating, it might have been cracked. SOme might just have bent.

It's always a good idea to put a blanket or some other padding in a tub when doing some work in there. Next time...

 

[Andrew Schrader]

I assume it's an acrylic bathtub. Seems like "plastic"

 

[Fitter30]

Repaired a white acrylic shower base with this stuff did the same thing punched a 1/4" hole. Was told by the manufacturer of the base there was no fix. Still good after three years. Purchased a uv flashlite for around $10 to cure the glue. Surfs up!
https://www.amazon.com/SOLAREZ-Cure...x=Surf+board+repai,aps,326&sr=8-11&th=1&psc=1

 

[Andrew Schrader]

Thanks @fitter30 I don't think it's a through-hole so I just put a small dot of silicone over it. But I'll check this stuff out. I wonder how similar this is to JB weld products.