foto: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
Brilio.net - Cooking is an activity that cannot be separated from everyday life. One of the most frequently used kitchen tools is a pan.
However, overuse can cause damage to the pan, such as holes. This can certainly be annoying, especially if the pan is still often used to cook soupy foods.
Leaking pans not only cause food to spill, but they can also risk damaging the stove. Liquids that leak out of the pan holes can hit the stove burners and block the holes where the fire comes out.
If left untreated, this condition can cause the stove to not function properly. Therefore, a leaking pan needs to be addressed immediately so that it can still be used without harm.
photo: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
Instead of buying a new one, there is a simple way to patch a leaky pan using used items. This trick was shared by a netizen on the TikTok account @nurjamancreator.
Without the need for large capital, anyone can repair a pan just by utilizing used cans and milk cartons. In this way, a holed pan can be reused without having to spend additional costs.
photo: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
The first step that needs to be done is to prepare the materials that will be used to patch the pot. Used beverage cans can be the main material in this process.
Make sure the can is clean so that there is no dirt left. In addition, used milk cartons are also needed to make additional patches to make the pan more sturdy.
The holed part of the pot needs to be sanded first so that the hole is more visible. This process will help the patch adhere better to the surface of the pot.
photo: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
After that, cut the used can into small sheets. Then, shape the pieces into circles with a size that fits the hole in the pan.
In addition to cans, also prepare used milk cartons that have been cut into sheets. Cut two circles from the milk carton with different sizes, namely one larger and one smaller. These two pieces will be used as additional layers in the patching process.
The next step is to heat the pan on the stove to make it easier to apply the patch. Once it is hot enough, stick the smaller piece of milk carton on the hole.
photo: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
Press with a spoon so that the patch sticks well. Once it has stuck, reheat the pan and attach the previously cut pieces of used can.
Make sure the patch matches the hole in the pot. Once the tin can is attached, add the final layer using a larger piece of milk carton.
This layer serves to strengthen the patch to make it more durable. Press again until all parts of the patch stick perfectly. If all processes are complete, the last step is to test the patch results by boiling water in a pan.
photo: TikTok/@nurjamancreator
Boiling water will help check whether the patch has successfully closed the leak. In addition, this process also serves to glue the patch to make it stronger. If there are no leaks, it means that the pan can be used again as before.
By using this method, leaking pans do not need to be thrown away or replaced with new ones. In addition to saving money, this trick also utilizes used goods so that it is more environmentally friendly. So, before deciding to buy a new pan, try this simple trick to fix a leaking pan at home.
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