How to Repair a Torn Speaker

You can repair torn speakers in a few days.

Today, speakers are used in many devices such as the phone, children's toys and even automobiles. Speakers are used most to listen to music. While repairing torn speakers yourself can be difficult, it is not impossible. With a little bit of patience, you can repair most torn speakers without calling upon a professional.

Things You'll Need

• Tissue paper
• Contact cement
• Spray paint

Instructions

1. Paint a layer of contact cement on the torn parts of the speaker.

2. Lay down tissue paper over the contact cement.

3. Paint another layer of contact cement over the tissue paper and let it dry for a full 24 hours.

4. Peel off the excess tissue paper and repeat Steps 1 through 4.

5. Apply one last coat of contact cement to smooth edges and let dry for 24 hours.

6. Paint with a light coat of spray paint to match the color of your speaker.

References

• Bob Vila: Fixing an Audio Speaker
• Fixit Club: Speaker Repair

Resources

• Simply Speakers