PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To repair a cracked part of a building by a simple work so that the peripheral part of the cracked part is not contaminated with an injection material. SOLUTION: An adhesive tape 4 is applied so as to cover a crack portion 3 formed on a wall or the like of a...
If you notice the water level in your pool dropping faster than usual, you may wonder if there's a leak. If you notice wet areas around the pool or near the equipment pad, it's definitely time to start troubleshooting. It’s not too difficult to find most pool leaks with a little kn...
There are a few ways to easily repair the minor cracks and chips on your windshield if you don’t have instant access to a professional but need a quick fix. These easy ways can be done through simple household items like superglue or even clear nail polish. Using clear nail polish...
Allow the table to dry overnight. Within about 24 hours, you should be ready to play some pool. Hairline frame cracks or cracks in the butt cap at the end of a tennis racket's handle are rare, but can develop over time from wear and tear. Unfortunately, a permanent repair to restore...
Repairing cracks in plastic containers restores the usefulness of the item and keeps plastics out of landfills. Cracks occur in plastic containers due to extreme heat, cold, use and bending plastic past its breaking point. Repair cracked plastic by welding the edges; plastic welding is a method ...
If you have a crack or split in your asphalt orblacktop driveway, you'll need to repair it as quickly as you can. Cracks can be caused by the pressure of vehicles, but the driveway can also be made vulnerable to this damage by the cold weather, followed by a long hot spell. These...
Drywall is a commonly used material in residential construction. And while it’s generally durable, it can be damaged, leaving you with unsightly holes or cracks in your wall. Fortunately, drywall is relatively easy to repair, and in many cases, you may even be able to fix it yourself. ...
Plastic bumpers are designed to be flexible. The idea is that when they are "bumped" they have enough give and take to handle the blow and then pop back in place. Unfortunately, the theory may not work so well for the paint. Minor accidents, run-ins with
Tail light covers are set in place to cover the light bulbs underneath. If you have a cracked tail light cover, you do not need to replace it. A simple repair with a few tools and materials will do just fine. Step 1 Removethe plastic tail light lens. Use the screwdriver or flat chis...
Small holes in drywall, about the size of a doorknob and larger, cannot be fixed with only drywall compound or spackle because the patching compound will collapse into the hole without adequate support. To repair these small holes in drywall, you'll need an adhesive patch kit that can cover...