foto: YouTube/Amnaifa Channel
Brilio.net - A leaky and perforated zinc roof can be a big problem at home, especially when the rainy season arrives. Although zinc is known for its good durability, over time and exposure to weather, this material can experience damage such as holes or leaks. When it rains, water can enter through these gaps and cause damage to the interior of the house, such as the ceiling, walls, or even furniture located underneath.
In addition to physical damage to the building, leaks in zinc roofs can also cause other problems, such as excessive humidity. This humidity can trigger the growth of mold and moss on walls or ceilings, which not only damages the aesthetics of the room but can also reduce the quality of air in the house. This condition certainly interferes with the comfort of the occupants of the house, especially for those who have respiratory problems.
To avoid worse impacts, it is important to immediately repair the leaking zinc roof. There are many ways to patch a leaking zinc roof. But most usually require special tools or methods, such as anti-leak duct tape, glue mixtures for zinc, and other tools.
In fact, there is a more practical method to patch leaking zinc with just one simple tool. Reported by brilio.net from YouTube Amnaifa Channel on Tuesday (21/1), the simple tool in question is tissue. Yup! He only relies on tissue with G glue to cover the leaking or perforated zinc part.
photo: YouTube/Amnaifa Channel
How to use it, just prepare a piece of tissue, then squeeze it until it clumps. If so, tear a little bit of the tissue clump. Then insert it into the perforated zinc part. Make sure the hole is completely covered with the tissue.
photo: YouTube/Amnaifa Channel
If so, take G glue and drop it onto the tissue. Give glue until the tissue becomes wet and full of glue. Now, at this stage, air the tissue until it dries. Once dry, the tissue will become stiffer and stronger. This indicates that the hole in the zinc is tightly closed.
photo: YouTube/Amnaifa Channel
In the video, YouTube user Amnaifa Channel tested the perforated part by pouring water on it. Who would have thought, even though it was only patched with tissue and G glue, the hole in the zinc did not leak water at all. Therefore, you don't need to worry about water dripping into the house when it rains.
Basically, patching a zinc roof with tissue and glue can be stronger and does not allow water to seep in because the combination of these materials creates an additional layer that is tighter and more waterproof. Tissue, although it looks light, can act as an absorbent material that combines with glue, providing additional strength to the leaking area. When the glue is applied, it will bind the tissue tightly, creating a protective layer that can cover gaps or holes in the zinc more effectively.
The glue used can fill in small gaps in the zinc and make it more watertight. When the glue dries and hardens, it forms a flexible but strong layer, which helps to keep water from seeping through the holes. The combination of tissue and glue works by adding durability to the damaged roof, reducing the chances of water seeping in, even if it is only a temporary solution.
(brl/far)