Screws that are bald and stuck always complicate the projects we work on. When removing stuck screws, you have to be patient. If one method doesn't work, don't give up! Take a deep breath, collect the new tools, then try the next method.
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Method 1 of 4: Trying Different Tools
Step 1. Replace the used screwdriver
When the screw holes are dented or bare, try removing them with another screwdriver.
- First, try using a shorter, larger-edged screwdriver. Press down and try to slowly remove the screw.
- If that fails, try using a screwdriver with a different head type. If the screw stuck is a plus head, try using a minus head screwdriver whose eye is wide enough to fit through the entire hole. Press down and try to remove the screw.
Step 2. Tap the screwdriver into the screw head using a hammer
Position the screwdriver on the screw head. Take a hammer and tap the base of the screwdriver. The screwdriver will go deeper into the screw head so that the grip becomes stronger. Put down your hammer and try to remove the stuck screw.
This method is most effective on soft screws
Step 3. Remove the screws with pliers
If there is a gap between the screwed surface and the screw head, try turning the screw with pliers. Grip the screw head with the mouth of the pliers. Twist the pliers until the stuck screw is released.
Step 4. Make a small hole in the screw head with an electric drill
Select the appropriate drill bit and turn on your electric screwdriver. Carefully punch a small, shallow hole in the screw head. This will allow your screwdriver to go deeper into the screw head. Take your screwdriver back and try to remove the stuck screw. Press down while trying to remove the screw.
Step 5. Use Dremel
Mount the metal cutting disc on the Dremel, or small electric dial. Turn on your tool and make a new notch on the screw head. Take your flat-blade screwdriver and insert it into this new notch, then turn the screwdriver to remove the stuck screw.
Method 2 of 4: Using the Screw Pickup Tool
Step 1. Make pilot holes in the screw heads
Use a power drill to make a 0.5 cm (1/8 inch) hole in the center of the screw head. Increase the size of the drill bit by 0.2 cm (1/16 inch) and enlarge your hole. Continue to enlarge the drill bit by 0.2 cm and enlarge the hole until the diameter fits the screw take-up tool. Keep the drill in the center of the screw head.
Make a note of the recommended depth for your screw picker. Do not dig deeper than recommended
Step 2. Insert the screw take-up
Insert the screw take into the hole you made. Tap the screw take-up tool against the screw head lightly with a hammer. Make sure the screw take-up bits grip the sides of the screw before you move on to the next step. Locate the T-handle that usually comes with your screw take-up kit, and attach it to the end of the screw take-up tool.
Step 3. Turn and remove the screw
Keep the take-up tool straight while turning it counterclockwise. Do not press the screw take-up tool sideways as the screws may bend. Continue turning the screw until it loosens. Pull the screw take-up and bring the screw to the surface. Remove the screws from the surface using pliers.
Method 3 of 4: Increasing Screwdriver Grip Using Homemade Items
Step 1. Use a rubber band
To increase the grip of your screwdriver, place a wide rubber band between the screwdriver bit and the screw head. Slowly turn the screwdriver and try to remove the stuck screw.
Step 2. Use steel wool
If you can't find a rubber band, replace it with steel wool. Place the steel wool over the screw heads. Insert the screwdriver firmly into the hole. Turn the screwdriver and try to remove the stuck screw.
Step 3. Apply lubricant
Spray the screw heads with a rust remover. Let the rust remover sit for 15 minutes. Spray your rust remover again. tap the screw head 5-6 times with a hammer. Take your screwdriver and try to remove the stuck screw.
If the screw still cannot be removed, apply valve grinding compound. This product contains grit which allows the screwdriver to grip the screw head. Insert a screwdriver into the screw head and try to remove the stuck screw
Method 4 of 4: Gluing the Bolt to the Screw Head
Step 1. Gather equipment
Even if you're not very good at welding, you can still attach the bolts to the screw heads. Purchase a super strong adhesive adhesive. Look for bolts that are the same diameter as the screw heads.
Step 2. Attach the bolts to the screw heads
Place the bolt on the screw head until it fits. Fill bolts with super strong adhesive adhesive. Allow the product to dry for the time recommended by the directions for use.
Step 3. Remove the screws
Make sure the bolts are fully attached with screws. Take a wrench and screw it on the bolt. Turn the wrench and remove the stuck screw from its surface.
