DIY glass repair composition

In detail: composition for glass repair with your own hands from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

The windshield is the most vulnerable point of the car. From mechanical stress, vibration during movement, temperature changes, chips or cracks may appear on it. The glass will not break completely just because it consists of two glass sheets glued together with a special glue. But if the damage is not repaired, then after a while it can turn into a large crack, and the glass itself can crack into pieces. Therefore, as soon as possible, you need to repair the glass yourself or contact a special service for help.

Mechanical damage that appears on the glass of the car can be repaired only in the following cases:

the inner layer of the triplex is not damaged;
factory-made glass is used;
cracks are no more than 50 cm long and do not reach the edge of the auto glass;
notch, chipping or spall without cracks or with small outgoing cracks.

Recovery is impossible if the triplex is split into several parts, its central part is crumbled or covered with a network of cracks.

To understand the complexity of the repair to be performed, you should decide on the type of damage. They can take various forms and types:

cracks with rays from the point of impact;
cracks that form arcs or circles;
round chips;
cracks in the form of cobwebs;
defects from cracks and chips;
double-sided crack.

If only the outer layer of auto glass is damaged, then you can repair it yourself. If the inner and outer sides are damaged, the glass sheet will have to be dismantled. It is rather difficult to carry out such a procedure on your own.

To restore the triplex, you will need a special car set of tools, which can be purchased at the Inseif online store. The set should include:

blades for cleaning glass from polymer;
ultraviolet lamp;
injector;
injector rings and seals;
transparent plates;
scriber;
hand electric drill;
syringe;
polish;
various polymers for filling chips and cracks;
drills from carbide alloys.

The quality of the windshield repair largely depends on the preparatory work. First of all, the glass must be cleaned of dust and dirt, having previously sealed the damaged areas with tape so that moisture does not get into them.

Video (click to play).

Cleansing technology depends on the type of damage:

Round chips are cleaned with a carbide rod and wiped with a dry cloth.
Cracks in the form of rays are first processed with a drill. They need to be drilled out with a tapered drill. You should get a wide, but not deep cone. Drill carefully so as not to damage the inner layer.
A skyber is used to clean rounded cracks. If it was not possible to remove the dirt with this tool, then the damaged areas are reamed with a drill.
Cracks running in different directions are cleaned with a carbide rod or reamed with a drill. So that the length of the damage does not increase, you need to drill a conical chip, retreating 1-2 mm from its end. After that, the cracks are artificially brought to a chip by gently pressing on the glass with your hands.

Damages on laminated glass are filled with special polymer glue, the properties of which are close to those of auto glass. Before pouring the polymer, dust and small particles should be removed from the surface with a vacuum cleaner. Then everything is thoroughly wiped with a dry napkin. Filling is done with an injector.

Procedure for the procedure:

The injector is installed over the chip and is attached to the surface using suction cups.The equipment should be installed so that it completely covers the chip.
The injector cylinder is carefully screwed into the axle. The sealing rubber located on the tip must be in contact with the triplex surface. To prevent the glue from flowing through the O-ring, the cylinder is screwed strictly parallel to the surface.
6-8 drops of the selected polymer are instilled into the injector cylinder. The density of the polymer composition directly depends on the thickness of the cracks. For small cracks, a polymer with a low density is selected.
The injector piston is twisted into the cylinder until a slight pressure appears in it. Within a few minutes, the polymer will fill the damage, so no action is required during this time.
When the chips and cracks are filled, the piston is unscrewed and set to the top position. For about a minute, air will be pumped out of microcracks and a vacuum will be created. This procedure is performed several times. There should be no air bubbles in the damage.
When all defects are filled with a polymer composition, the bridge and injector can be removed. The equipment used can be cleaned with alcohol or acetone.

Defects are filled with polymer, but you can not use the car until the glue dries well... You can quickly dry it using an ultraviolet lamp, after dropping PL-106 polymer onto the treated area and covering it with a special film from the kit. The film is smoothed out, and a lamp is installed over the windshield for 5-6 minutes.

When the surface dries, the lamp and the film are removed, and the treated areas are cleaned of excess glue. A blade is used for this, which must be held perpendicular to the triplex. The cleaned surface is wiped with a napkin and rubbed with a special polish.

After the repair, damage should not be noticeable. You can only see them if you look closely.

If the damage is small and there is no time to glue them thoroughly, you can use the tools at hand.

A new crack that has appeared on the triplex must be immediately closed from dust and dirt, so that it can be easily cleaned during repairs. You can use ordinary stationery tape, gluing the place of damage inside and outside with it.

A thin crack can be varnished with a colorless varnish to prevent damage from growing. The varnish is applied on both sides in a thin layer. It should dry well. Even the rains cannot wash off the varnish... It can hold out on glass for several years.

Using these tools, you can prepare a composition that is suitable for repairing damage to the windshield. Recipe:

In a glass container, mix turpentine and acetone in a 1: 3 ratio.
Cut the styrofoam into small pieces and add them to the solution.
When the foam dissolves, it should be viscous and transparent.
The solution is mixed and chips or cracks are filled with a thin brush or syringe.

The adhesive hardens quickly, so it must be used immediately, applying to damage in small portions.

In any hardware store you can buy a silicone-based adhesive and apply it directly from a tube to damage. If the crack is thin, you can use a syringe. The cavities are filled with silicone slowly to avoid air entrapment. The glue can dry from 12 hours to a day.... After that, it can be covered with clear varnish.

If you have a little experience and a special kit, you can repair the glass yourself with your own hands. However, if the damage is serious or you are in doubt about your ability, contact a car service that solders the windshield. There, with the help of special equipment, they will quickly be able to solder almost any chips and cracks. After such a renovation, the triplex will look like new.

Before we deal with the types of equipment for auto glass repair, we need to decide on technologies and terms. Modern cars are named.

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The technology of auto glass repair has long been no secret for a wide mass of motorists. And, if 15 years ago, even knowing the technology, we could hardly repair the windshield. There was a certain shortage of materials and equipment.

A modern car owner, today can undergo training in auto glass repair, so to speak, remotely, externally. To do this, we have the Internet with training materials on how to make auto glass repair, videos and manual descriptions of various do-it-yourself auto glass repair methods.

People's experience is a great force, especially when it comes to car repairs. Almost any model of any brand today is represented on the Internet by a forum of owners, where you will find the answer to any question regarding your car.

And we start it by remembering the structure of car glasses and their types. You have not forgotten that only triplex glasses are repairable.

You saw that there is a chip or crack on the windshield of the car. If there is a chip, then repair of the chip is needed, but this is not so scary yet. But if there is a glass crack, then follow a couple of simple recommendations for processing the crack. Estimation of the area of damage in relation to cracks. If the crack is one and small, then in this case, auto glass repair is carried out by hand and is no less effective than in the service.

If the cracks "scattered" on the windshield, then it is best to consult a specialist. Perhaps replacing the windshield will cost a little more than repairing. The only difference is that the quality of the repair cannot be guaranteed for a long time. And the new is the new. Decide.

Depending on the defect, we prepare the necessary materials and proceed to eliminate the trouble. Clearing chips and cracks from dirt and dust, regardless of whether the defect was formed today or two days ago. Any repair of windshield autoglasses is subject to the same repair technology, and amateur performance or hope for "maybe" is not the best help.

Cleaning of the repair site is carried out with special compounds, you remove micro fragments, dirt. Rinse, purge and dry the repair site. Degrease the surface with alcohol. That's it, now we proceed directly to the operation to restore the auto glass.

The chip is repaired using a special repair kit. It includes: an injector, a syringe and a glue-polymer. The glue can be either one-component or two-component. With the second, there are a little more mixing operations.

Installing the injector over the place of repair. According to the instructions for the set, everything is very clear. Locking cup and "nipple" for the syringe.

Polymer injection... Glue-polymer is drawn into the syringe, according to the same instructions. Then we insert the syringe into the "nipple" of the injector. There should be at least two swings. This process, both in terms of time and algorithm, is described in the instructions. In each case, there may be peculiarities, so it makes no sense to describe the procedure in detail.

On average for all polymers, polymerization takes 4 to 8 hours. After the glue has completely dried, clean the place of repair from excess polymer (building knife or razor blade). Polish the place of repair or completely the entire windshield, and go.

This operation will require a little more time and other equipment to repair. The glass crack repair kit remains the same. Accordingly, the operations are all repeated. The only difference is in preparing the crack for repair.In this case, you will need an electric drill with a diamond drill.

At a distance of 3-5 mm. holes must be drilled from both edges of the crack. These holes will help relieve internal stress from the glass so that the crack does not continue its historical development in an unpredictable direction.

Remember that while driving, the glass, like all parts of the car, is subject to vibrations transmitted from the body. After drilling the holes, proceed to repair the car glass using the polymer injection.

The final stage of the repair is car glass polishing. Like this. Minimal time and financial costs, and do-it-yourself auto glass repair convinced you once again that everything that is created by human hands and human hands is being repaired. So why can't it be your hands.

If the glass is cracked or chipped, it must be repaired as soon as possible. Self-repair of auto glass is a rather complicated procedure that requires special tools and materials. For beginners in this difficult task, it is recommended to start by eliminating minor damage. Large and complex cracks are often not repaired even by specialists. The glasses are simply replaced with new ones.

As soon as damage is detected on the glass of the car, appropriate measures must be taken immediately so that later this damage can be easier to repair.

Place a crack or chip with several layers of paper and tape it so that the tape covers the entire surface of the paper. This is necessary in order to prevent the penetration of dust and moisture into the damage cavity and to facilitate the repair of the car glass with your own hands.

Instead of trying to properly repair the crack, do not try to rub the crack with glue, or wash and rub the damaged area. Because of this, a web of small cracks can form, and because of the glue that has filled the entire cleavage space, it will be impossible to perform high-quality repairs.

If you need to drive a car with damaged glass, you need to do it smoothly, avoiding all irregularities. Excessive shaking will increase the crack.

Strong temperature changes contribute to the growth of damage.

Therefore, do not turn on the stove or air conditioner at full power. Try to use less windshield wipers and washers.

Do not postpone car glass repair indefinitely. Minor damages are repaired easier, faster and better.

Optical glue is needed from materials. It is a special liquid polymer, colorless and completely transparent after solidification. There are one-component and two-component adhesives. In the latter version, the polymer consists of 2 parts, which must be mixed according to the instructions before use.

When choosing an optical adhesive, pay attention to its density. For small chips and cracks, it needs high penetrating power and low density. Repair of auto glass with large open damage requires a polymer with high strength and high density.

An important indicator of optical glue is the transparency coefficient. You must also pay attention to it, it must correspond to the transparency of the auto glass being repaired. The transparency coefficient of auto glass is specified in the operating instructions or in the repair manual. In extreme cases, you can find it on the official website of the automaker.

Check in advance the polymerization time of the composition.

For convenience, this time should not exceed 24 hours. Ask the manufacturer of the composition. For example, the repair of automotive glass with materials made in the United States often does not withstand domestic climatic conditions. Be sure to check the expiration date of your optical glue.

Try not to skimp on the polymer composition. Never try to repair car glass with liquid glass or sealant.It is impossible to achieve even satisfactory results with such materials, and after their use, the glass can simply be thrown away. It will not give in to alteration.

Of the auxiliary materials, cleaning agents for auto glass are required: napkins, rags, cleaning fluids, degreasing solvents. You also need special blades to remove excess glue.

Of the tools, the first thing you need is a bridge with an injector. It is necessary to fill the cleavage space with optical glue. Both plastic and metal bridges are commercially available. Plastic ones are much cheaper, metal ones give a higher quality of car glass repair. Steel models can be reused, while plastic ones are intended for single use only.

For glasses with a strong bend, you need to purchase bridges with three supports, for flat and slightly curved ones - with two legs. Suction cups on supports can be pump, lever-vacuum or conventional. Each of them is good in its own way: the pump pump is more convenient on vertical surfaces, the lever-vacuum one gives equally good results anywhere in the glass, ordinary suction cups allow you to fill long cracks by sliding the bridge along the damage.

A drill with a diamond drill should drill in modes from 5 to 10 thousand revolutions per minute and smoothly adjust the rotational speed within these limits.

For the convenience of work, you need not an ordinary drill, but a micro drill with the ability to connect to the vehicle's 12 V on-board network.

The pump for removing air from the damage cavity is a scriber. In addition to its main function, it is used to cleanse the repair site from the smallest particles of glass and dirt, to create additional chips in order to relieve stress in the area of the main damage or in the places of drilling.

Professionals prefer to use steel automatic parting pumps with a special spring device to create additional chips. Their main advantage is the precisely calculated impact force when creating a chip, which is guaranteed to create this chip, but at the same time will not lead to the formation of a crack on the entire surface of the auto glass.The UV lamp accelerates the curing (polymerization) process of the optical adhesive.This is a useful but optional tool. The peculiarity of the lamp is that its efficiency does not depend on the power of the lamp, but on the type of bulb used and the characteristics of the polymer itself.All automotive glass is divided into 2 categories: triplex and stalinite. Triplex glass is relatively easy to repair. As a rule, they are installed as a windshield, sometimes as a rear, rarely as side ones.Glasses of the Stalinite type are very hard, but at the same time they are quite fragile. It is difficult even for professionals to repair them, since with any careless handling they crumble to pieces. Most often, stalinite can be found on the side windows of a car, sometimes on the rear window. The windshield of the Stalinite type has not been used since the 50s - 60s of the twentieth century. Image - DIY glass repair composition

It is possible to independently remove glass chips with rays up to 3 cm and linear cracks up to 15–20 cm long. More extensive damage is within the power of specialists in their field. Specialized centers do not always undertake such work, or provide a limited warranty for their work. Especially in cases where a car windshield repair is required at its lower edge.

The basic rule when self-repairing damage is to try to eliminate them at an early stage, without waiting for a small chip or scratch to turn into large cracks.

It is better to entrust large damage to professionals or replace the glass completely with a new one.

Do-it-yourself auto glass repair begins with the preparatory stage. On it, the glass being repaired must be thoroughly cleaned, degreased and dried. In this case, it is better to use cleaning agents to a minimum and press on the glass.This can exacerbate the damage.

Usually, at the preparatory stage, they try not to wash the glass, since moisture can get into the space between the laminated glass layers, and it will become impossible to dry it. But if the chip or crack is heavily soiled, there is no alternative to washing.

When repairing a chip, it is recommended to carefully clean it with a diamond drill, and then blow the resulting cavity with a strong stream of air. A compressor, pump, or household vacuum cleaner can be used to create airflow.

Residues of dust and glass are removed directly from the damage cavity with a special pump - a scriber.

After the completion of the preparatory work, the injector is installed on the repaired place so that it is located exactly opposite the center of the cleavage. Use a tape measure, ruler, or laser distance meter to get the accuracy you want. With the help of adjusting screws, the injector is set strictly parallel to the surface of the auto glass.

The polymer is mixed (if using a two-part adhesive) according to the instructions and injected into the injector using a syringe. The latter, in most cases, is sold complete with an injector. Then, using the injection piston, the material is injected under pressure into the damaged cavity. The piston is deepened until all air bubbles come out of the cleavage cavity. It is more convenient to control the presence of these bubbles with a powerful lamp or flashlight.

In cases where the chip is deep, the procedure for filling it with glue has to be repeated several times. It is recommended to calculate in advance the required amount of polymer and, just in case, introduce a little more of the composition.After that, the injector is carefully removed, cleaned and washed. Excess polymer composition is carefully removed with a dry napkin.As soon as the optical adhesive comes into contact with air, the polymer begins to solidify. Its curing time is indicated in the instructions for use. You can speed up the process with an ultraviolet lamp. During the polymerization of the glue, it is better to seal the repaired area with a finishing film so that dust or moisture does not get on the glue.At the final stage, using a blade, the excess polymer is once again removed, and the glass itself is carefully polished.The procedure for repairing a crack is more complicated in comparison with the process of sealing a chip. First of all, the glass is also cleaned, degreased, dried and blown with air.The area around the crack is scrubbed.At the second stage of the repair, stress is relieved along the crack. For this, holes are drilled with a diamond drill at a distance of 1–2, but not more than 5 mm from the edge of the cracks. The distance between the holes should be 30-50 mm. The depth of the holes should not exceed half the thickness of the auto glass itself, since the film is located in this place of the triplex. You need to drill the holes carefully, trying to expand the crack to the holes themselves, but so as not to accidentally drill through the glass. Image - DIY glass repair composition

With the help of an injector, the cavity of the crack (and the holes made) along the entire length is filled with optical glue. The injector is installed on the edge of the crack, and then sequentially rearranged along it. Injectors with conventional suction cups can be sliding to a new location, which significantly saves time and effort.

At the final stage of repairing a chip or crack, it is advisable to polish the repaired surface.

This will allow you to achieve up to 95% transparency when restoring the windshield with your own hands.

It should be remembered that polymer glue is a rather toxic material, therefore it is not recommended to inhale its vapors. In addition, it is necessary to protect the skin, eyes and car body from this adhesive.

Repairing cracks on the glass of a car is a procedure that many of us are used to trusting workshop employees. However, not every workshop worker will agree to repair the damage, because it is much easier for him to replace the entire glass.Agreeing to this procedure can be a serious waste of time and money. To avoid this, we will consider the features of choosing an adhesive composition and the procedure for eliminating glass defects with our own hands.

The modern market offers several options for adhesives that can help quickly and effectively eliminate defects on the glass of the machine. These include:

balm - this product is sold in the form of a vitreous mass. Due to the presence of an organic component in the glue - fir resin, it firmly holds even the smallest glass fragments, and, moreover, dries quickly;
balsam is a yellow liquid, the advantages of which include high strength and the ability to withstand extremely high temperatures. The only drawback is that after the repair, a small yellow spot will remain on the surface;
balsam M is an improved version of balsam with high strength. After drying, such a product becomes completely transparent. Other advantages include no deformation during solidification;
UV glue is one of the most modern adhesives that allows you to quickly and efficiently repair cracks of any size. The only caveat is that the longer the sun's rays will affect the place of repair, the better the result will be;
Acrylic - This DIY windshield crack repair adhesive has excellent viscosity. The only negative - for the complete hardening of the product, you need to wait at least 3 days.

Many newbies mistakenly believe that regular contact superglue can be used to repair cracks in car glass.

In fact, the use of super glue will not bring any positive result. Firstly, the part of the surface where the crack was previously will become less transparent, and ugly stains will remain from the glue.

Secondly, the crack will grow from vibration when the vehicle is moving. In this regard, it is better not to save money, but to purchase a suitable tool for eliminating glass defects.

It can be quite difficult for a beginner to understand the features of a particular material for gluing car glass. In this case, it is best to consider a list of the most popular adhesives that are in high demand on the market today. Our TOP-3 includes:

Done Deal - these adhesives from the American company of the same name are in great demand due to their high strength, the ability to stop the growth of cracks and eliminate chips up to 2 cm in size. The composition of the adhesives is based on acrylic acid, as well as a mixture of methacrylic acid and various additives. Done Deal Adhesive takes about 30 minutes to dry. Average market value - about 200-300 rubles;

BF-2 - the compositions of this brand show high resistance to moisture and aggressive chemicals. It takes 1 to 2 hours for the material to fully cure. After drying, the product becomes completely transparent. The price for a tube of material starts from 150 rubles;

Unique - products of this brand have earned popularity due to their high resistance to moisture and high temperatures. The composition of this material is based on chloroprene rubber, which is a light green or beige liquid. It takes about 2 hours for the material to dry completely. The dried adhesive becomes completely transparent and is able to withstand temperatures ranging from -30 ° C to + 70 ° C. The average cost on the market is 160-200 rubles.

Of the adhesives that also deserve the attention of buyers, the UHU Glass brand should be distinguished. It is suitable for repairing defects on shatterproof and tinted car windows. It contains no solvents, which gives the material additional viscosity and strength. The only negative is that until the adhesive is completely dry, you need to wait about a day.Car glass repairs should be carried out in a warm, dry room.Ventilate it beforehand so that there is as little dust in the air as possible.

It is difficult to pass the inspection;
Decreases visibility;
The likelihood of an accident is increasing;
Further destruction of the product is possible;
Ingress of moisture and dust during through deformations;
The appearance of the "swallow" becomes not presentable.

In addition, glass can also burst from a sharp temperature drop in spring or autumn. Each of these situations forces you to turn to repair services for services. But why overpay if the American-designed Glass Profi windshield repair kit quickly solves such problems.

The structure of a polymeric substance has a density criterion that is measured in CPS (centipoise), or mPas (millipascal per second).This indicator is the main property of the material. The coefficient of fluidity also depends on its value, as well as the permeability of air in the form of bubbles before polymerization. Polymer compositions for the repair of car windshields are divided into groups.
Each type of polymer is used for a specific type of damage:

For chips (thin beams) a density of 10-50 cps is recommended.
Cracks:
1-2 cm: 100 cps;
2-5 cm: 200 cps.
Combined defects:
up to 1 cm: 30-60 cps;
from 1 cm: 60-65 cps.
Surface treatment for hardening: 300 cps.

Some garages also use the GlassProfi kit due to its ease of use and quick drying.

To repair glass in a more technologically advanced way, for example, with a composite industrial glue, you will need to remove the "lobe", then apply a polymer composition under pressure using an injection device, then wait for crystallization under ultraviolet rays. Such repairs will cost the car owner 5000-7000 rubles (depending on the size of the damage).

For several years, the developers have improved old technologies and worked on the tool, conducted tests in laboratory conditions. Finally, in 2017, an updated composite component was released that is available to everyone.

Glass Profi Repair Kit includes the necessary accessories, for the repair of cracks, as well as chips of the windshield of the car. You can eliminate defects yourself and quickly, without visiting a car service. The super-effect is provided by a specially developed polymer. It has the properties of shrinking, enveloping, maintaining transparency, as well as the conductivity of light, which allows you to get rid of cracks, chips, scratches on the glass of a car in a garage.

Using the Glass Profi windshield repair kit, you can not only get rid of unwanted problems, but also thoroughly protect the surface from damage in the future. This effect is provided by the barrier film, which is formed under the influence of the polymer.

Wide availability for purchase / order;
Ease of use;
Speed, efficiency;
Favorable price, in comparison with the complete replacement of "lobovuha" or car service;
1 set for 4-5 uses;
Frost resistant (viscosity 150 cps);
By its composition, it does not harm human health;
Additional accessories are not required;
It is guaranteed to eliminate damage and defects due to the universal formula (composition), which is suitable for any glass coverings, regardless of the car brand;
Versatility compared to adhesives. Glass Profi is suitable for any defects up to 30-40 mm
Thanks to these features, reviews of GlassProfi glue are only positive.

Necessarily included in the purchased set of glass profi instructions, as well as all the elements necessary for the repair of cracks and chips on the windshield.

This includes:
1. Special adhesive disc. The item is presented in the form of a small round sticker. It must be secured to the damaged area.
2. Holder with suction cup. This element looks like a stand (pedestal), it is the most important part of the set. The suction cup serves as a kind of bumper to fix the syringe with the injected substance in the right place.
3. A syringe that allows you to gradually apply the polymer to the cracks.
4. The polymer itself has a constricting property and a filling effect.
5. A small blade is used to remove the adhesive disc from the glass surface.

Remember: once you spot cracks, don't postpone repairs. You can also repair cracks in the windshield with your own hands by watching the video instructions at the end of the article. This technological process does not require special knowledge and skills.

When starting to repair a crack in a windshield with your own hands, first of all, you need to glue the areas around the cracks with tape. Before the repair begins, wipe the surface with a rag, and also degrease with acetone.

Remove the adhesive disc from the set, securely fix it on the damaged area.Eliminate air bubbles thoroughly. Attach the pedestal to the adhesive disc.
Using the pedestal, introduce the existing polymer into a special suction cup.
Now we take the existing syringe from the kit, insert it into the pedestal and carefully apply the polymer to the crack through the dispenser by lowering the piston. This is an important process, so you shouldn't rush here.
Carefully remove the adhesive disc from the surface using the supplied blade.
Thanks to the unique polymer formula, the crack disappears in minutes. You do not have to wait long for the substance to solidify.
Check the result of work by keeping it 3-4 hours in a dry place. Next, wipe the treated area with acetone, the excess is removed by polishing with a special paste.

When faced with the problem of cracks, everyone tries to find a quick and easy way to fix it.
A very common method is to use silicone or UV glue. Here it is recommended to simply apply glue to the damaged area. For the glue to hold better, it is recommended to complete the process by applying a small layer of colorless varnish.

The disadvantage of this method is that the crack remains noticeable, since it is simply filled with glue. If you don't apply the product carefully, you run the risk of getting a couple of extra drips with stains on the glass. Another drawback is that this product dries on the surface from 16 to 24 hours, and you will also need to select a brand in terms of density (viscosity).

Another way to fix it is to mix turpentine with acetone in a 3: 1 ratio in a glass container. Pour finely crushed foam into this solution, which should completely dissolve after a chemical reaction. The resulting mass must be very quickly applied to the crack with a syringe or brush.

As you can see, in order to repair glass using this method, it is necessary to carry out a whole technological chain of operations. In addition, it is quite difficult to apply such a solution - it spreads, hardens quickly, so the result of the work will not look neat outwardly.

Video (click to play).

At first glance, the simplest remedy of the above is to cover the defect with transparent nail polish, but this is suitable for eliminating small defects of 3-7 mm in size.

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