If you find yourself in a bit of a pickle with a broken key you might be tempted to reach for some super glue as a quick fix and while that is an option it’s important to consider a few things before you do so.
Here are some points to consider
- If the key has broken cleanly and the pieces fit together well super glue can temporarily hold the key together but as it might allow you to temporary unlock the door or to use it at the moment of an emergency it is not recommended to keep on use it in the long term.
- When super gluing a broken key it is important to align the pieces precisely as any misalignment could make the key unusable or even damage the lock.
- Super glue is not designed to withstand the force applied to a key when turning a lock and the glued key is likely to break again and even worse it can break inside the lock which can lead to more serious problems.
- If the key breaks inside the lock it can be challenging to remove and may damage the lock which will result in more costly repairs or the need for a lock replacement.
Professional Help
If you’ll ask any emergency locksmith he will tell you that the best course of action is to have a new key cut and not only it is more reliable but also wont risk damaging your lock.
Can Professional Locksmiths Successfully Copy a Glued Key?
If a glued key is your only copy it can be challenging but it’s not impossible to duplicate it and the success depends on how strong the glue and whether the shape of the key cuts are still good.
A professional locksmith is your best bet in this situation as they have the experties to duplicate a key even if it was glued together.
