Practical tricks to get a broken key out of a lock

We have all had difficult days and we seek to enter our houses or rooms to rest, but sometimes it happens that the lock is rusty or worn that when the key is inserted, it remains inside without turning or breaks in half. Many times it is not known what to do with them or we ask the help of an expert in fixing the 'sheet' of a door, to remove the key.

Therefore, to reduce costs and take care of your own home, follow these tips to be able to remove the broken key from a lock, in order to exercise greater caution on a future occasion. It will also allow you to continue learning about important tools or utensils to know in order to take care of your apartment or house.

1. ALICATES

First you have to keep in mind that to unlock the door we will need some tools. In this case, we must ask the neighbors to help, because most likely our tools are inside the house. You can also resort to one of the most shared and applied, the use of pliers.

The pliers are the most effective tool to use when a broken part of the key still sticks out and is visible. You just have to grab the embedded key to start pushing it out, little by little and without hurry so that it can come out completely. It is necessary for another person to help stop the sheet metal, as this prevents some movements. In any case, you can use your thumb to keep it from moving and with the other arm you push.

2. TIJERAS

On the other hand, there are scissors, which are another recommended tool to use when the entire key is inside the lock. One of the tips must be inserted through one of the sides of the lock: the objective is to locate the key. Then, the thing to do is move it out until it comes out in its entirety. Pull with precision and patience to prevent the broken key from getting stuck in the lock. Otherwise, it won't do much good.

3. CLIP METÁLICO

If the first two have not worked, you can use the metal clip. These are another element that can be used to remove a broken key. As it is of thin construction, it can easily enter the locks. In addition, it is allowed to mold into a hook shape to catch the key stuck in the lock.

The process is similar to that of scissors. Insert the wire through one side of the bolt, then hook the key and pull it out. During this home trick it is advisable to use oil so that the broken key immediately slips and comes out, because from the temperature (being metal) it can stagnate when performing the procedure.

4. IMÁN

Finally there are magnets, which can be used when the key is made of metals that contain iron or nickel. They are materials that allow themselves to be attracted. On the other hand, if the object is made of aluminum, copper or silver, there is no way to generate magnetism and you have to try other methods.

You just have to rest the magnetic element at the entrance of the lock so that the key sticks to it and comes out without any hassle. Ideally, use a high-intensity magnet that provides all the attractive force needed to remove the broken key.

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