How do I remove a screw with a damaged head?

Over time, screws can oxidize. Their heads can also be damaged, especially if they are forcibly unscrewed. In this case, it may seem impossible to remove a screw, especially if it is stuck or worn. But there is no need to panic! Learn how to remove a screw with a damaged head with this handy tip.

Loosening a stuck screw is not an easy task. He can no longer turn even after great effort. However, there is a technique that you definitely need to know to fix this problem.
How do I remove a screw with a damaged head?

To loosen a screw with a damaged head, you need to   improve the grip of the screwdriver on the head   or use more force when turning the screw. However, to remove it, it is recommended     to place a piece of soft, non-slip material over the screw head. You can use a thin  but durable  rubber as a material, such as a rubber band, or use steel wool or tape   by placing the adhesive part of the tape against the screw head.   Then insert the screwdriver into the material and rotate it. Make sure you press firmly. This makes it easier to hold the screw and prevents the screwdriver from slipping. You can also   lightly tap the screwdriver handle   to help it sink into the screw for a better grip. However, avoid doing this if the item the screw is screwing into is fragile. Note that it is important  to press firmly on the screwdriver when loosening the screw   , being careful not to let up on the pressure you are applying to the screwdriver. Also, when loosening the screw, turn it carefully so that it does not slip. However, if the screwdriver continues to slip, it’s best to stop pushing   to avoid damaging the head even more.

If you still can’t remove the screw after using this technique, make sure   you unscrew it in the correct direction.   In fact, most of the time it is necessary   to unscrew the screw counterclockwise.

Tip:   To make it easier to loosen the screw, you can heat it up using a heat gun or the flame of a blowtorch to expand it, as long as the surface the screw is on   is not sensitive to heat.   Then let the screw cool down a bit and try to unscrew it. You can   also heat the screwdriver shaft   to cause the screw to expand upon contact with the hot surface.

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