Recent content by G-MAN

I do not know where you are located but in PA, we would have installed an expansion joint between the concrete deck and the base of the spa to alleviate any pressure from possible settlement or movement. I agree with others, this is a structural crack in the shell; not uncommon with raised spas...

Use some type of a backer to fill the crack before caulking; Home Depot sells backerod for this purpose. It will need to be trimmed to fit tightly. The caulk does not have to be deep. In fact, some caulks will not cure properly if too deep - follow the caulk directions and push your backerod in...

If you don't have trim tile already, I would suggest installing a 1" or 2" band of tile on face of the sunshelf, about 2" down from the rounded edge. You should be able to find a tile that matches your current perimeter tile. All of the existing plaster on the sunshelf should be removed prior to...