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@mathomaatuark

3 ай бұрын

Very informative. I have a plastic welder with the stainless mesh but the addition of steel wool seems a pretty good idea. Seeing the weaker methods was the most helpful though. thanks for this really.

@Berkana

2 ай бұрын

7:26 would it be advantageous to orient the reinforcing wavy staples in the other direction so the wires cross the break line several times with each wavy staple? It would be interesting to see how the strength of the various welds compare with each other.

@fchuatan

2 ай бұрын

Would this type of plastic welding repair method applicable to round wood plastic handles - my laundry basket handles broke from the main body of the basket. How do I apply this fix method with a Round surface?? Please reply on this request for help, thanks to all DIYers out there

@fchuatan

2 ай бұрын

Correction it’s not wood but plastic - typo my mistake thanks

Right to the point. Clear instruction. No bull talk…straight to the fix. Much appreciate you sharing. Thank you.

@fluffycotton4683

22 күн бұрын

Ditto, now subscribed 👍

Great Video, No clickbaiting, no BS, straight to the point, informative, evaluating, Top Class!

I've been using metal window screen for years for this plastic fix, happy to see that it's the strongest of the 4. It works, it's easy, and it's strangely satisfying melting the screen into the plastic. Plus you fixed your shit you thought you would have to throw away. One important thing: if you are adding plastic you need to use the same type of plastic, often I've removed some from a spot that's hidden or doesn't matter. Don't be afraid to try this fix, it's easy and fun. I have never even added steel wool, the screen is so strong it will never rebreak where you put the screen

That's a brilliant trick using steel wool for plastic welding. Thank you !

@jadesluv

3 ай бұрын

Yes, steel wool method held very well, only must find a source for stainless steel wool.

@drizler

3 ай бұрын

@@jadesluvwhy would it have to be stainless? It’s buried so it’s not going to deteriorate if you used cheap steel wool

I saw titles like this on many videos before and never clicked them because I thought they were just click baits and would never work. Until today I saw it posted by you, the guy I trust, and checked it out. I am glad I watched it and learned something useful. 👍

@FixThisHouse

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the love and support my friend! It really means a lot! 🙏🏽😊🥰

@MarkTrades__

3 ай бұрын

plastic welding is pretty cool & helpful in todays world where everythings made in a plastic box & lots of stuff even using structure-critical plastics! Great vid since alot of kits come with the staples & your steel wool + mesh hack works WAY BETTER. Crazy how the steel wool melts into the plastic basically fiber-reinforcing it similar to how they make fiberglass-reinforced plastics which are very high performance.

@RH-nc8uu

3 ай бұрын

​@@MarkTrades__haven't finished this vid but maybe check project farm vid on plastic welders... The welding kits don't really work well at all. The steel wool maybe better I don't know.

@WisconsinWanderer

3 ай бұрын

this will come in handy in my area with frozen plastic breaking (frustrating) but this will fix that. thanks for the video my friend 😊

@michaelgleason4791

2 ай бұрын

It kinda is. It'd be nice to know what material he was gluing together.

I've got a very good supply of tools for plastic soldering. I find that marrying method #1 and method #4 is best. Staples first for deep penetration. Next, FLUSH cutters - not wire cutters - to remove the staple ends. You need a decent pair of those though as many aren't rated for the thicker steel in some plastic staples. Next, melt with plastic welding rods to add material when adding either steel wool or wire mesh. Lastly, more welding rod deposits to smooth out the surface. Sand and/or polish as required. Acetone on wet/dry sand paper can work, but you must work quickly and rinse well.

Straight into the point 👍🏼 GREAT INFORMATION!!! 💯🔥 How many countless times have I wondered how to fix broken or snapped plastic... Now I know. Thank you so much 👍🏽☺️

I appreciate your method of testing the strength of each method so we know what works best. Great video

@FixThisHouse

3 ай бұрын

I’m glad I could be of help! Thank you! 🙏🏽😊

Thank you. I'll be using the 1st method to fix my cracked kayak. You saved me a boatload of money 😂😂

Tip on using the staples - while it's still hot, after you've pushed down to depth... give it a slight twist (like you're turning a bolt) then release the trigger. This kind of buries it under the virgin plastic. I do that when repairing bumper covers. And always use flush cutters to snip the ends off, then a tiny hit with a grinder to make the cut tips be under the surface before finishing.

@FixThisHouse

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the advice! 👍🏽🙏🏽😊

@Gambo916

3 ай бұрын

@DrFiero, I twist exactly the same as you, but then I also carefully use my thumb to quickly squash the soft plastic back into the groove left by the staple before it hardens again.

@DrFiero

3 ай бұрын

@@Gambo916 - do you shout afterwards? It's always a good idea... to twist & shout. 🤣

@mikehunt8968

3 ай бұрын

​@@DrFieroOnly if it's too hot and I burn myself...🤣

Method #4 with the hot staples will be stronger if you turn the staples approximately 90 degrees from where you had it, so there will be multiple places where a single steel staple crosses the crack. You want it to zig-zag across the crack, not zig-zag on either side with one little wire crossing.

@tresdoobies6581

3 ай бұрын

Exactly... This method has been used for a long time to repair plastic bumper guards and other body panels on cars.

@brianwest2775

3 ай бұрын

Would be an interesting comparison.

@dubmob151

8 күн бұрын

Yes, the squiggles should have been going back and forth across the seam of the crack, I like that staple the most out of the various shapes they had with my electric plastic welder.

I was able to bond a plastic part just with the steel wool, thanks!!!!

Great video, Sir! But... You forgot one of my favorite plastic repair methods- Using stainless steel automotive band clamps. Simply open one up and flatten it out then use it as a suture on the broken area. The laser cut micro grooves work well to enmesh the plastic together, it is incredibly strong and also rust proof. Additionally, it is perfectly smooth and flat for a nice finish. Thanks again and keep up the great work. Jeffrey Z. in SC

@PulseCodeModulate

2 ай бұрын

It is exactly what you see happening in this video. You just use stainless steel, flattened band clamps instead. @@ItsVideos

@ItsVideos

2 ай бұрын

@@PulseCodeModulate But will it support 52.5 lbs or more?

@PulseCodeModulate

2 ай бұрын

I don't know because I have never tested it for that. But, I have never had a repair fail using this method. For instance, I drive a classic car where the slide lock mechanism on the drivers side door broke in half and no glue could ever repair it. The plastic is less than an eighth of an inch thick and only 3/8" wide. It goes through a lot of stress for such a small part. I repaired it over 9 years ago- this is my daily driver and it has held up perfectly. Hope this helps. Take care. @@ItsVideos

@christarohdy5655

Ай бұрын

I'm gonna go out in my garage find something to break, just so I can try that! I already have the clamps and the welder. tons of fun! I can't wait! 😂

I just did a major repair using my heat gun, with the smallest nozzle, combined with helping the softened plastic to bond by using a flat screw driver to mix the plastics together. I don't need the extra strength, but I planed to install some home made wire pieces, bent like those commercial heated wires. After watching the video, I am going to use steel wool instead, just because it will be easier. For the last 40 years, I also used a Weller 280 Watt soldering gun, that has a flat pad attachment for welding plastic. I enjoyed watching the testing. It just confirms my experience.

You, by far, put out some of the most interesting and informative vids on YT!!

Very good video. Steel wool and steel mesh would be my choice.

Oh my gosh... what a coincidence that you posted this! It's snowy here in the Northeast, and my car fender cover got stuck on a chunk of ice and came loose. It was hanging by one screw as the plastic tabs broke. I'm getting the welding kit you recommended as I can think of many things to repair with it! Thanks for posting this very helpful video!

zip ties melt nicely as fillers doing this

Awesome comparison and information! Thanx!!!

Very interesting,Thank you!

Adding metal reminds me of fiberglass construction methods and certainly makes the most sense if strength is required. In saying that, depending on the application, the type of metal used might need to be taken into consideration if water ingress is a risk. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from OZ

Excellent video! Might also be a good idea to use stainless steel wool in case any fibers are not completely encapsulated in the plastic and rust won't work it's way into the patch. The included mesh in the kit is stainless. I bought one of welders in solution #4 for several repairs and didn't get a chance to use it yet. I'm bummed that it's past the return time limit, but at least I didn't waste my time with repairs that would fail. Thanks for the info.

I started using steel wool a couple of months ago yours is the first video 2/2/24 that I seen someone else using it you did a great job in video thank you

Steel wool is a great idea. Wish i would have thought about it before. I have used pieces of a beer can that I drilled tiny holes into in place of the mesh before works great.

Nice job showing various methods and their results. Thanks.

Good job Family, thank you for sharing. PEACE and God bless.

Using steel wool is genius

Awesome breakdown of the processes and results, thanks a lot!

Finally a use for my bow flex weights. No longer are they just for storing laundry.😎

Thank you for the lesson man!

Great video. I suggest doing this in a well ventilated area and avoid breathing in the fumes from the melting plastic.

@47retta

3 ай бұрын

That's what I came here to say. Melting plastic is very carcinogenic! Do it outside with a fan blowing on you.

@gcarson19

3 ай бұрын

You want to live forever?!

@racebiketuner

Ай бұрын

Most plastics begin to break down around 400F. The fumes are very nasty. You definitely want a fan blowing.

Learned something new today. Cheers

@FixThisHouse

29 күн бұрын

I’m glad I could be of help! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

I appreciate that you took the time to demonstrate and show …. The difference and possible best way to “weld” plastic together!! Good Job!!! I’m going to take the information you provided…. And repair my daughter’s headlight housing assembly!!! Thank you for helping dad look like the “bomb”!!!

I've always liked the super glue and baking soda method, after learning about, and using it. It's strong, sandable, and can be layered to build up for strength and contour sanding. Then paint or permanent marker afterwards...

Thank you sir. I would use the first two methods.

Thank you thank you thank you this is gold to me I do body work and been experimenting with the plastic welder but I never thought about adding steel wool it’s like fiberglass strands to body filler. It’s a game changer 💯💯💯

Next time, please test the mesh and office staples without the steel wool. Also test steel wool only. It would be interesting to compare the numbers and see how much strength the steel wool actually adds.

Well done, keep it up!!!

@FixThisHouse

29 күн бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏽

Very impressive and informative!!!! Thank you!!!!

Great finishing video to give me the best method for my cracked bumper repair, going the mesh + steel wool method; thanks!

Great video demonstration of different techniques. Thanks for sharing! 💯👍

Excellent video. Thank you for showing us what is the strongest weld. Now, we can just duplicate what we saw and fix our cracked or broken plastic! ❤

You are very professional very good job thank you

I'm going to start plastic welding today. And i'm definitely gonna go with method number one thank you for the video

I've used Staples on my car's dash without the steel wool and it came out great. Love this video

Wow, great method. That looks really strong.

That is cool to know. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom.

Very helpful demonstration, thanks.

Excellent comparison! Great video! Thank you

Ive used the staples method and the just melting together method and the filler method. Never even thought about using steel wool, great idea thanks.

This is valuable info and I appreciate your sharing your different results.

@FixThisHouse

3 ай бұрын

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

Very good demo! I guessed from the beginning the 1st demo would win! Nice job! Keep up the good work!!

Steel wool in steel screen works very good

@FixThisHouse

25 күн бұрын

Yes 👍🏽

I'm sticking with the first. Great video.

Thank you, thats the easiest best method yet, that I've seen.

I have used the steel wool and it works very well. Good comparison video👍

Good video. It is better than several others I have seen on this topic! Good job!

ive used paper clips W steel wool and have worked awesome for me

I definitely like method number one before I even knew the results. The method incorporates the most area coverage with reinforcement while not having to be prissy about it. Excellent video I learned a lot and glad you tested the various methods for us!

So useful, thanks for such an informative and fun video.

Thankyou for the video. Love the strength test!!!!!

Good job, good explanation

Well done. Thanks. 😊

Good advice! I never thought of the steel wool. Thanks again and Have A great Day Today my friend!

I will try the one that came out the best with the Number one and thank you keep putting up my videos

Wow! Merci from Montreal Canada

i’m going to get it to fix my Dyson vacuum that broke changing the belts. Thanks for your tips and advice 😊

Great video! I don't say that lightly. Great idea using steel wool for reinforcement. I never thought if that before but u definitely will be using it. THANKS!

I've used staples & a solder iron with cable ties for the plastic. Worked a treat on bumpers & other bits of trim. That mesh looks great for stuff needing more rigidity though. Noted. Good vid.

Outstanding, this will help my customers

Dude! Awesome video!! This was super helpful. I'd love to test the strength by bending the ends. Thanks for posting this 👍

Most helpful advice, thank you indeed!

Thank you for this video. I learned something.

One your fine point#3 you push your top back down,one side first,keep your tip one track,not across. Then come back down with other hill and smooth out. Have been doing this for years now. Good video

Obviously, method number 1 is the best ❤

Thanks COOP ...

Excellent! VERY well done. 👍

Best plastic repair i seen yet

Your videos are great man, please keep it up!

Good test. 👍

Very impressive

I use a soldering /welding kit with the mesh. I haven't had one fail yet, but it was impressive to see how strong it can be. Hadn't thought of using steel wool for added reinforcement, so thanks for that tip. I've seen those wire welders you used for method 4, and I was wondering how strong they would be. I'll stick with the mesh.

@chriscadman5715

2 ай бұрын

Which kit did you use?

@ST-0311

2 ай бұрын

@@chriscadman5715 The Chicago Electric from Harbor Freight. Pretty sure any from Amazon would work too, as they're pretty much all the same.

Thanks . I am about to try #4

Plastic welding gun is the best of all them I use this on car bumper covers

Great job on this!

Excellent points clearly presented. Thank you!

@FixThisHouse

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

Very helpfull info!!Thanks👍

Thanks God bless you

I have a busted 700l water tank i want to use as a filter for my large fish ponds. Going for the steel wool and mesh. ❤

Plastic bumper clip snap off. Thank you for steering me right!

Number 1 definitely. Gotta save this.

Very informative! Great video Thanks

Beautiful work, the differing tones sit so well together 💎 Your pup eats better than I do, doot!

Interesting...the wire wool excellent ideas 💡

That was really well done! Thanks!!

Nice comparison man! I have dabbled in this. Never tried steel wool even though I always have some around. I will definitely try it next time.

Really helpful info - especially in out totally plastic world.

Excellent 👌🏽

Thanks for the info, very helpful, great test too.