It doesn’t take long for a small chip (star) on your windshield to develop into a full-fledged crack. And when this happens, it not only can lead to complete destruction of the glass, but also becomes a concern for your safety. Windshield cracks reduce visibility while driving, which leads to serious and severe accidents on the road. So, stopping windshield cracks, no matter how small it is, should be your priority.
Damage on glass can be of different types. It can be a chip, a crack, or a “bull’s eye”. Regardless of all, the chip will expand because the surface of the windshield continuously expands and contracts due to changes in pressure and temperature. Fortunately, there are several ways to prevent windshield cracks from spreading.
Windshield Repair Kit
Available at any auto parts store, a repair kit is the easiest way to seal a crack in glass. It comes with a variety of specialized resins. All you need to do is clean the damaged surface of the glass and apply the resin. These simple steps will prevent the crack from spreading.
Super Glue
If it’s a tiny chip and you don’t have a repair kit, it’s handy to use a strong, fast-acting glue like superglue. Place a few drops of superglue on the area and spread it evenly. It will hold both sides of the glass firmly and prevent the crack from spreading.
Super glue can temporarily stop the crack from spreading.
Nail polish
If you have no other way to stop your windshield from cracking, nail polish can be a great temporary solution. Before you apply it, you should clean the spot and the surrounding area. Use clear acrylic varnish on both sides of the gap. However, it will keep the glass intact for some time. But, you will need to visit a repair shop as soon as possible.
Drive carefully
If you don’t have any of the remedies described above, your only solution is to take your car to the nearest auto repair shop and get professional help. But during the way to the auto repair shop, you must follow some mandatory rules to prevent the damage to the windshield from getting worse.
Avoid driving in the hot sun at high air temperatures, because the windshield heats up under the influence of the sun and its surface expands. Likewise, you should avoid extremely cold conditions, as this will lead to compression of the glass surface, which will ultimately lead to a significant increase in the crack.
In addition, it is better to avoid getting dust or dirt on the glass surface, because a simple repair will be significantly more difficult, the dirt will penetrate inside the chip or crack. Also, do not drive on uneven roads or bumps, as shaking the car will contribute to an increase in the crack.
These methods for stopping windshield cracks will work if the chip is not too large and does not extend through the entire glass. Otherwise, you will need to completely replace the windshield of your car .
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