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How to Do Ceramic Repair: A handy guide

Learn how to fix broken ceramics and stop spending a fortune on replacement pieces. You’ll save yourself time and a whole lot of hassle.

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Knowing how to fix broken ceramic pieces around the home will save you time and money. All it takes are the proper steps and products and you’ll be able to make that broken ceramic figurine look as good as new!

A person applies LePage Super Glue Ultra Liquid Control to a broken ceramic cactus.
If you are wondering how to fix broken ceramics, LePage Super Glue Ultra Liquid Control is a good choice for any ceramic repairs

How to fix broken ceramics: Follow these steps

If you’ve made it a habit to throw away broken, cracked, and chipped ceramic dishes, figurines, and decorative pieces in the past, it’s time to think again. You can learn how to repair ceramics very quickly. Simply follow these steps:

  1. Make sure that the item you are repairing is clean and dry.
  2. Gather up all the repair materials you will need. These should include the correct type of ceramic glue, mild soap and water, and a clean dry cloth.
  3. Apply the glue to each of the pieces that will be adhered together, only using the minimum amount suggested on the instruction label. By picking a quick-drying glue, you won’t need to use clamps, nor hold the pieces together for long.
  4. Allow ample time for the item to dry. Leave it someplace where it can sit flat and won’t be disturbed.
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Make sure you pay close attention to the drying/curing time of the adhesive so you don’t risk the integrity of the repair. Touching and moving it too soon could result in an inferior bond.

How to fix a ceramic mug: Tips and tricks

Wondering how to fix a ceramic mug that has a broken handle, a chipped rim, or has even cracked right in half? Here are a few tips and tricks.

  • If the mug has simply cracked in half or the handle has fallen off, you can follow the steps above. Ensure the mug is clean and dry, apply the right type of glue, and allow it plenty of time to dry.
  • If the mug is chipped, the procedure is a bit different. First, you want to be sure you’ve got all the pieces and they fit back together. Then you can carefully and slowly glue the chips back to their original positions. If you are missing pieces, you may need to use the glue to build up the area a bit and then file off the excess once it dries.
A person applies LePage Super Glue Gel to a broken ceramic candlestick.
Using a high-strength adhesive like LePage Super Glue Gel is how to fix broken ceramics

How to glue ceramics back together: Pick the right glue!

How to fix ceramics? Well, first and foremost: make sure you pick the right glue.

Choosing a product that will provide strong bonds, is durable and long-lasting, dries clear, and dries quickly will probably be on your priority list.

With that in mind, we suggest you use Extreme Gel by LePage. This premium adhesive is classified as a multi-purpose glue offering an incredibly strong bond. It’s even dishwasher safe, making it ideal for fixing broken ceramic plates and cracked ceramic pottery. Better yet, it is rated safe for items that hold hot liquids, so you know your coffee break won’t end in disaster!

If you’re fixing a collectable ceramic figurine, then Super Glue Ultra Liquid Control is a great option. Its side squeeze design gives you maximum control over those delicate repairs and, to make life even easier, this glue doesn’t require clamping and dries clear. Perfect for your decorative figurines on display!

Related Products

  • LePage Extreme Gel

    LePage® Extreme Glue NO DRIP GEL contains a revolutionary Flextec® formulation that can bond multiple materials when projects or repairs require higher viscosity, excellent bond strength, and resistance to extreme conditions.

  • lepage super glue ultra liquid control 4ml bottle
    LePage Super Glue Ultra Liquid Control

    Designed for fixing breaks around the house, LePage Super Glue Ultra Liquid Control has proven superior performance over ordinary super glues for seamless repairs.

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