Slight cosmetic damage on fridge, how can I fix as I want to give it away.

dekaspace1

Had it about 6 or 7 years, works fine but at some point part of the top part got cracked so someone wanted to lift it it might damage it, I was thinking of anything to stop it that would be strong enough

There is 2 other problems but one is fixed but ugly,

At base of fridge inside theres a small dent/crack where a heavy bottle toppled over before, I was thinking some sealant may work for that, the final issue which I "fixed" was the clips at the base of the door which hold the trays broke ages ago so I just drilled holes and put rawl plugs and screws in, looks ugly but no one sees it so just cosmetic.

Any ideas to fix the other 2 issues? I am not one for DIY but have basic skills.

shiraz99

If you're giving it away why bother?

dekaspace1

Because even when giving things away people are picky, id rather spend a few quid making it appealing than wait weeks for something that is less appealing.

[Deleted User]

Hi,

can we get a photie, then we can maybe help?

TELLIT01

There are charities which provide furniture and white goods for people moving into housing for the first time.  They will almost certainly take it as-is assuming it is working.

Ebe_Scrooge

I agree with the previous replies - especially the comment from TELLIT01.  The BHF have large "furniture" shops in many towns, they'd probably be glad of it.

That aside, from what you've described, my go-to for stuff like that is epoxy resin.  It comes in a 2-pack format - you mix the resin with a hardener then apply it to the cracks using a filling knife.  Actually, if you're stuck, a cleaned-up bit of plastic cut from an old milk carton makes a reasonable substitute.  Might even be better, 'cos it's 'orrible stuff to try and clean off tools.  But it's great at doing what it does, and is really strong.

You can get it anywhere - online, Wickes, B&Q, Screwfix, all the usual suspects.  And a small pack is only a few quid.

dekaspace1

I got it from BHF originally but the big issues are that the bottom of the door I have put little holes in for rawl plugs and screws so I don't think they can sell it, that and theres no trays for the door itself.

I was thinking of epoxy myself but in the past I think I mix it wrong as it always seems sticky even after a few days (though it works)

And sealant for the small crack on the inside as I wanted to buy some anyway as I have a few small holes that need filled around house which I may as well ask about other things

I have a few radiators around where the holes that pipes go through are much larger than the pipe, I was thinking of using sealant to fill them in, and at same time use sealant on some holes where rawl plugs were in bathroom back when there was a fan heater in there from previous tenant.

I have a vacumn cleaner that I dropped down stairs when I was hoovering them, it still works but the handle snapped off, the big issue with that is the handle has a push button to release it from the machine so when I glue/expoxy it together it jams the button, its not screwed down and I don't think I can remove lid, there is a few screws under it.

I may get a photo if I remember, its a bit hard at moment as I have a puppy who keeps biting my feet or hands when I don't give them attention.

diystarter7

Good evening

Fill in with plastic filler then add a 1mm, small round piece over the repair. You will see the round bit but it will be nice, clean and appear damage free and east to clean

dekaspace1

Oh I forgot to say, I have double sided foam tape which I use for curtains, I don't know if that would work for the top of fridge.

Slinky

I gave a fridge away, describing it as scruffy and suitable for a man-cave. It went quite easily on Facebook.

victor2

If it's working and you're giving it away, it doesn't have to be repaired. The recipient will be grateful for it, complete with blemishes. If they want to try to fix it, they can, and might be proud of the fridge they "repaired for a few quid and a bit of work".