Gotta say, I've been down this road too and DIY kits always seem like a good idea...until they're not. Tried one on a hairline crack in my kitchen sink—followed every step religiously—and it still ended up leaking again after a few months. Honestly, if you can swing it, I'd lean toward a pro fix. Might sting the wallet now, but saves headaches later. Just my two cents.
Totally get where you're coming from. As a first-time homeowner, I thought DIY was the way to go for pretty much everything—until my bathroom sink started dripping again after just a month. Same deal, followed instructions exactly, but guess it wasn't enough. Ended up biting the bullet and calling in a plumber. Honestly, the peace of mind alone was worth the extra cash. Live and learn, right? Hang in there, you'll get it sorted.
"Honestly, the peace of mind alone was worth the extra cash."
Yeah, I hear you on that. I've done my fair share of DIY fixes, especially trying to keep things eco-friendly around the house. But sinks and plumbing... they're tricky beasts. Last time I patched up a crack with an eco-safe epoxy kit, it held up surprisingly well—but I'm still skeptical about long-term durability. Curious if anyone's had luck with greener professional options? Seems like most plumbers default to standard materials...
Totally get where you're coming from on the eco-friendly materials. Most plumbers stick to standard stuff because it's tried-and-true, but greener options are definitely out there if you ask around. I've used some bio-based sealants and low-VOC adhesives that hold up pretty well, though honestly, durability can vary depending on the sink material and usage. Have you looked into recycled composite sinks? They're surprisingly sturdy, and you might feel better long-term knowing they're sustainably sourced...
I've dealt with cracked sinks more times than I care to remember, and honestly, DIY kits are usually just a temporary fix. Had a client once who patched a porcelain sink with an eco-friendly sealant, and while it looked decent at first, it cracked again within a few months. Ended up swapping it out for a recycled composite sink—been two years now, and it's holding strong. Sometimes spending a bit extra upfront saves you headaches later on...
