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6 Ways to Create a Repair With Duct Tape Duct tape is definitely the go-to repair material of choice for those quick-fixes. It's a three-layer tape consisting of a plastic top layer, then a cloth mesh inner layer, and a rubber-based adhesive layer to provide maximum stickiness. It is one of the strongest tapes and may be used for just about anything. One of the benefits of the tape is it can be ripped with bare hands and does not require special cutting tools despite its strength and flexibility. With so many uses it can be hard to limit repairs that can be finished with duct tape, however the six repairs below can help enable you to get ready to go very quickly. 1. Vacuum Hose If your vacuum hose is promoting a hole, have no fear. A fast round of duct tape around the hose should correct the problem and ensure proper suction. You might want to tape above and below the hole, just to be sure that the hole is completely covered. 2. Window Protection Is the home in the path of hurricane or any other potentially damaging storm? Place duct tape diagonally across your home's windows to prevent them from shattering. Use adhesive remover to remove the sticky residue once the storm has passed. 3. Car Repair It is a fact that a bumper fixed with duct tape looks a little peculiar, but anyone that has ever had a loose bumper knows, it's really a life saver until you can get to a repair shop. Store a roll of duct tape inside your trunk when you'll need a quick fix. [http://aviationtape992.qapacity.com/my-blog/599128/silicone-repair-tape/ silicone repair tape] 4. Broken Furniture Is the leg threatening to separate apart in your coffee table? Wrap duct tape around it several times and it will be as good as new. For a fun and funky look, try using colored tape rather than the standard silver. You may also use tape to correct that patio furniture that needs a little more strength within the webbing. 5. Curtain Repair Has your curtain accidentally been torn after being caught within the window? Smooth the torn area flat and on the back of the curtain place a bit of duct tape. This can be useful for roller shades which have been damaged. If you need to quickly hem a curtain, you may also fold up the bottom of the fabric and duct tape the finish to the main fabric itself. If you need to lengthen it, simply remove the tape and readjust. 6. Shower Curtain Repair When the grommet on your shower curtain continues to be performed, there's still a way to salvage the curtain. Put a piece of duct tape over the top edge of the curtain after which poke a brand new hole for the shower curtain ring. For a stronger area, put a few layers of the tape rather than one. Duct tape is a superb, inexpensive tool to help keep in your bag of home repair tricks. Its strength and adaptability make it ideal for most anything. Ironically, this tape doesn't work well for repairing cooling and heating ducts, as it becomes brittle and loses its adhesive strength when subjected to constantly fluctuating temperatures.
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