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    Question Crack in steps

    Does anyone know how I repair a hairline crack in my vinyl steps? The crack is at the very top of the steps (out of the water) and its about 4 inches long.

    Should I use some kind of glue?

    Thanks

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    Default Re: Crack in steps

    Quote Originally Posted by alapool View Post
    Does anyone know how I repair a hairline crack in my vinyl steps? The crack is at the very top of the steps (out of the water) and its about 4 inches long.
    Should I use some kind of glue?
    Thanks
    I'm interested in a solution to this also, as I have the same issue. I used some GE silicone sealant last year for lack of finding anything better. It worked, but even though I used clear, it turned cloudy after a while. Looks like I may have to reapply this year.
    40'x28' I/G L-shaped, vinyl liner pool, with an estimated 40,000 gallons of water.
    Been using BBB for over a year! Excellent results!

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    Default Re: Crack in steps

    Have the same problem. I haven't figured what to do yet concerning the actual fix but I was thinking about how to do a dry fix without dropping the pool level. You may get a chuckle but the dam will work. Naturally, Winter came and went and I didn't do my research.
    Al

    http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthread.php?t=5804

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    Default Re: Crack in steps

    Check out www.poolstepspecialists.com
    We've used their products with success.

    Brad
    Waterworks Pools

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    Default Re: Crack in steps

    Quote Originally Posted by Waterworks View Post
    Check out www.poolstepspecialists.com
    We've used their products with success.

    Brad
    Waterworks Pools
    I live in Alabama so is there any other alternative?

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    Default Re: Crack in steps

    Poconos, you never cease to amaze me....

    I've got a crack on the second level of steps. Last year I drained to just below, then drilled and smoothed the crack with a dremel, back filled with expanding foam, applied underwater epoxy repair (Loc-tite), then sanded and painted white. Lasted about 2 weeks. Did a quick repair again without draining/painting using the same loc-tite, and it lasted a month. Must be too rigid for the application.

    I've seen an Elmers product for tub/shower basins that may work. I'm definately keyed up on Al's dam, that looks like a fun project to tackle.

    I'm going to contact the poolstepspecialists and see if they have a repair kit.
    Nater
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