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The detachable concrete bowl of my bird bath has developed a couple of small holes about 2-3mm in diameter. It does have some sentimental value so would like to repair it if possible. I was thinking drilling a slightly larger hole from the underside and then filling. However I'm struggling to find something to use; either the epoxy stuff isn't recommended for continuous contact with water or is toxic for aquatic use

Any suggestions please of suitable products available in small quantities
 
As it is concrete would a cement mix work well and be wildlife safe?
 
I had exactly the same and did exactly as you suggested, ie: drill them slightly larger then refilled with mortar mix. although I made it up from sand and cement ( using a desert spoon to get the mix of 3 sand to 1 cement and not make too much) it is possible to by concrete filler ready mixed. As I have visiting kids and my own animals I also put a blob between the base and the bowl just to make it a little safer ( there was no fixing other than gravity) As you will need so little I would sugest asking everone you know if they could give you a cup full of sand and cement)
 
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BADGER.BRAD said:
I had exactly the same and did exactly as you suggested, ie: drill them slightly larger then refilled with mortar mix. although I made it up from sand and cement ( using a desert spoon to get the mix of 3 sand to 1 cement and not make too much) it is possible to by concrete filler ready mixed. As I have visiting kids and my own animals I also put a blob between the base and the bowl just to make it a little safer ( there was no fixing other than gravity) As you will need so little I would sugest asking everone you know if they could give you a cup full of sand and cement)
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Thanks for that - as you say may have to ask around as I need so little
 
taxboy said:
Thanks for that but on further research apparently not bird safe. Good call though I didn't know it existed
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I really can’t see how waterproof silicone sealant would effect any birds . . The cheapest option though would be a hot melt glue gun stick
 
the black fox said:
I really can’t see how waterproof silicone sealant would effect any birds . . The cheapest option though would be a hot melt glue gun stick
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I guess the chemicals leach out ? It was an answer to a question on Amazon provided by the manufacturer
 
taxboy said:
I guess the chemicals leach out ? It was an answer to a question on Amazon provided by the manufacturer
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How can the chemicals leach out you silicone the inside of a fish tank and it doesn’t effect the fish .. obviously it would have to cure first but it’s then inert under water.. and most modern bird baths are made of plastic to
 
Have a Google. Lots of sites cover non-toxic repair solutions.
 
taxboy said:
Not in this case they are paint on sealers. I'm looking for something to fill holes with
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Fill holes with mortar/cement which you can get in a cartridge then paint on the sealer to make it bird safe?

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Fischer DEC "Premium" Express Ready Mixed Cement Cartridge

Fischer Express Cement Premium DEC, the ready-to-use, paintable repairing mortar that has a variety of uses. These include renovating masonry, fixing roof tiles, sealing drill holes or general repair work. The practically odour-free mortar can be easily used due to its stable consistency. It...
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