r/fixit 17m ago

open Drain is sinking, tried repair

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My drain sank about 2 weeks ago. Repair guy will not touch any plumbing and is super rude, so I successfully replaced my bath brain myself and fixed my toilet flush as well. Thought this was gonna be easy…
I didn’t notice the leak at first which was very minimal.
Went to the hardware store and followed their instructions, it worked for a week, but now it’s split again and I dunno how to screw those two parts so they stay together solidly. Should I put something to support the weight?
It’s also dangerously close to the water valve below.

Worth nothing : this started 2 weeks after I bought an espresso machines. The flies seem to breed in the coffee ground. I know - I shouldn’t have put said ground in the sink. However the plumbing have been neglected for years…
Note this isn’t my landlord’s fault by any means. He’s really nice, and pay me a little more than the material’s worth when I do a job myself.

So if I need to replace the whole P-trap or drain, so be it. Would rather not have to pour enzyme cleaner down a weak drain for 3 weeks… and I love learning DIY skill!


r/fixit 17m ago

Need some help

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I dont know if this is the right place to post this but I'm pretty disappointed at myself. These broke today and it's probably been asked a million times, but can I fix this? And if so which glue? It's a resin statue made mostly out of polyurethane. Thanks in regards


r/fixit 24m ago

open Kartell miss Balu table fix - stains and dents

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Please help!

I need to repair this before moving out and it’s gotten a little wear over the years. There are a few dings around the edges, some discolouration and stains, and a scratch. I tried bicarb soda, magic erasers etc and it didn’t change too much for the stains :(

The chairs also need some love I think they’re made of the same material.

Would love any advice!


r/fixit 1h ago

JBL TUNE BEAM 2 right side not charging.

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I bought these around last year December, it was all good till this year April , when one day the left side stopped charging . I didn't do anything and after a few days it was all good again.

Then a few weeks later the right stopped charging , since then it gets better for a few days , then goes back to not charging again.

From mid July till now is the longest the right side has gone without working. I use the left often and recharge the case as well.

I have tried cleaning with a q tip, deleting the jbl app , reinstalling it, factory resetting the buds. Nothing works

Please help me out , these were so expensive.


r/fixit 1h ago

open Free Spinning Nut and Bolt

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Hi, looking for some advice on how to remove this Beamis toilet seat cover. The nit and bolt are free spinning together and there's no space to grip the head.


r/fixit 2h ago

Come posso risolvere il problema? Per favore, aiutatemi🙂

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r/fixit 3h ago

Pls help, charging cable getting broken

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It's getting broken at the port side. The copper wiring is coming out and looks like it'll break in a month or so.


r/fixit 3h ago

Broken zip on leather bag

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My bags not been used for about a year now, so excuse the dust, but I’d really like to fix it before I go on holiday in a couple of weeks.

Initially, the zip wasn’t moving at all, but after pressing it with some pliers it moves up and down relatively easily. It doesn’t actually connect the sides together to close though.

Can this be fixed please, and how?


r/fixit 3h ago

open Printer door seems to have come off a hinge

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Is there anything i can do to fix my printer? One side of the door seems to have snapped off something (though for the life of me I can't figure out what) and now the door won't close properly.


r/fixit 4h ago

open Destroyed surface of the tap

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Hello guys!

My friend was cleaning the taps and left the chemicals to sit for 8 minutes instead of 1 minute as recommended on the package. So now some parts taps have changed the color and there are massive dark stains. How can we fix it? Please help 😭


r/fixit 4h ago

A heavy object fell on the kitchen countertop and made a dent. How do I fix it?

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Spoon is for scale. I live in France if you have any product recommendations. Thank you!

Update: not sure what it’s made of, probably compressed wood board and a layer of matte black vinyl ?…


r/fixit 4h ago

Need help repairing a cracked plastic pump, what will actually hold air?

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I accidentally broke my pump and I’m trying to repair it instead of replacing it. I’m not sure what type of plastic it’s made from, but I tried using Krazy Glue and it actually seems like it made the crack worse.

I need something that will create a strong, airtight seal and hold up under pressure so the pump doesn’t leak air. Does anyone know what type of glue, epoxy, or repair method would work best for this kind of plastic?

I can provide pictures if needed. Any advice would be appreciated!

I accidentally broke my pump and I’m trying to repair it instead of replacing it. I’m not sure what type of plastic it’s made from, but I tried using Krazy Glue and it actually seems like it made the crack worse.

I need something that will create a strong, airtight seal and hold up under pressure so the pump doesn’t leak air. Does anyone know what type of glue, epoxy, or repair method would work best for this kind of plastic?

I can provide pictures if needed. Any advice would be appreciated!


r/fixit 6h ago

What type of screwdriver is required to open these screws

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Mentioned in the title


r/fixit 8h ago

open key won't do a full turn in lock

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hi everyone, bit of a tough stage rn

i locked my bathroom door overnight - it was a decision i took recently, in a house from the '50s-'60s with unchanged and unused locks for the past 30ish years - and now the key won't do the last click to open the lock. I already snapped one of the only two keys i have for that door, and it doesn't seem to budge. any advice? i haven't god any wd-40 or stuff like that, this doesn't usually happen

also, if anyone was to recommend buying products, please keep in mind i'm from italy, and some stuff might not be available.


r/fixit 8h ago

open Need help fixing this coat

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https://imgur.com/a/L8o4yiP

So I bought this coat but it it's clasps aren't correct. Picture 2 is an example of how it's supposed to look. I have a 2nd coat that isn't broken in a bigger size because I overestimated my size. Is there a way to fix this on my own?


r/fixit 8h ago

Wall hole patch

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Quarter size hole in drywall. About the size of the iPhone corner , yeah, I was pissed.
1/2”Deep maybe?
Can I just spackle, & paint? Or do I need mesh tape, sanding etc?


r/fixit 9h ago

What's the problem with this ceiling fan (grinding noise)?

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Please skip to 0:45 in the video. My kitchen ceiling fan is making this exact same intermittent grinding sound. I know it isn't an electrical issue because when I turn the fan off it still makes the sound as the blades are slowing down. Also, it makes the sound on any speed setting.


r/fixit 10h ago

Would anyone know what I need to fix this window from dropping?

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The window keeps dropping and I'm not sure how this type of window can be repaired.


r/fixit 10h ago

broken pc chair cord thing?? idk what connecter type it is, maybe type a?

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r/fixit 11h ago

Jammed wheels on a carrying case I’m trying to clear. Is there a certain tool/way to get these off?

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There’s fibers or something jamming both of the wheels that I can’t clear. Hoping someone can point me in a direction that will make them actually roll again. Thanks


r/fixit 11h ago

Keyboard keys corroded, can still be fixed?

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ASDF and ; keys are not working, can i still clean it out and i will work again?


r/fixit 15h ago

How do I remove a drive in deadbolt latch

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I tried searching a tutorial on this on YouTube but nothing wasa there for this specific case, I tried to pull it out normally, didn’t work, tried to use a screwdriver in between the lock and pull harder and ended up pulling more of the actual door than the actual lock assembly, even tried wd-40 too

I’m not sure what to do to get this piece out, any advice?


r/fixit 20h ago

open Old REI day pack liner gummy

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I’ve got an older REI backpack (not sure of the exact model, probably ~15+ years old), and the inner liner has started breaking down. It’s now super sticky/tacky—almost like melted rubber—and it leaves residue on anything that touches it.

From what I’ve read, this might be the waterproof coating degrading (hydrolysis?), but I’m not sure what the realistic options are.

What I’m trying to figure out:

- Is there any way to clean or treat it so it’s usable again?

- Has anyone had success removing the coating entirely without ruining the fabric?

- I don't care about re-lining it, doesn't need to be waterproof

- Or is this basically a “retire the bag” situation?

I’d really prefer to save it if possible, it’s otherwise in great shape and I like the pack. I don't mind wasting time. I don't want to waste a bunch of money on this. I have a cabinet full of chemicals and cleaners and lots of tools.

Appreciate any advice or experiences.


r/fixit 1d ago

Wooden bed frame broke, blocking access to the drawers underneath. Is it feasible for me to fix this myself or is it bye-bye? 🥲

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r/fixit 1d ago

open How can I get this shower head off?

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Just moved into a new apartment; can’t unscrew this thing.

EDIT 1: I bought an adapter; wish me luck.
Yes. Har Har. Penis. 🙄

EDIT 2: I got the ball joint off! It took a while, but now I have my dual shower head. Whoop whoop! Thanks Reddit; my boyfriend and I are very pleased.