How to Repair a Chip in a Porcelain Pot
In order to properly repair a chip in a porcelain pot, it is necessary to determine the material from which your pot was made. There are two main adhesives suitable for the task. If your pot is ironstone, porcelain, glass, or a combination of these materials, a slow-to-set epoxy is required. This two-part product allows you to set a chip exactly in place before the glue dries. A polyvinyl acetate or PVA white glue dries more quickly and is therefore a better choice to repair pottery. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Hair dryer
- Epoxy glue, two-part kit
- Toothpicks
- Popsicle sticks
- Porcelain enamel kit
Instructions
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Ensure the area to be repaired is completely dry by using the low setting on your hair dryer to prepare the surface for gluing.
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Mix the two-part epoxy in the small tray included in the kit. There will be two tubes containing ingredients that must be carefully combined, following kit directions.
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Apply the prepared epoxy to the back of the chipped piece, using a toothpick.
Spread the glue thinly and evenly with a popsicle stick.
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Place the chip in position by lining up the broken edges as precisely as possible.
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Hold the chip in place for 30 seconds to allow the epoxy to set.
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Apply porcelain enamel with a new toothpick to fill in any visible cracks that may remain at the site of repair.
Smooth the surface with an unused popsicle stick.
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Allow the repaired piece to dry for 24 hours.
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Tips & Warnings
Two-part epoxy kits, popsicle sticks, toothpicks and porcelain enamel kits are available at your local hardware or craft store.
Mix and apply epoxy and porcelain enamel in a well-ventilated, protected area. Use gloves and a safety mask to avoid exposure to chemicals and the inhalation of potentially harmful fumes.
References
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