Repair of umbrellas at home

The weather in our country is changeable - with unexpected spring thunderstorms, frequent summer showers and dull autumn rains. Therefore, you need an umbrella. And, of course, it should be in good order. Therefore, often repairs of umbrellas are carried out at home, without resorting to the help of a master. But let us look into the past: who invented the umbrella, when and for what? So, some information from history.

A brief history of umbrellas: from antiquity to our days

In addition to protection from rain, many people often use the umbrella, sheltering from scorching sunlight. It turns out that it was for this purpose that the first umbrellas were designed, which were invented in the tenth century BC. Approximately this time are dated ancient images of Chinese mandarins with original adaptations over their heads. Spokes and cane were made from bamboo, and "dome" - from thick paper, feathers or palm leaves, impregnating them with a special composition. In ancient Egypt, umbrellas were used exclusively by pharaohs for protection from the sun. Gradually, this household item became a symbol of the power of the rich and noble people, often decorated with precious stones and gold. The repair of umbrellas was trusted only by the approximate.

But over time the privileged position of the umbrella is lost, and it becomes available to many. In Europe, they appeared in the XVII century, becoming a fashion accessory. Those who could not afford to buy this luxury item, rented it. And only in the XVIII the umbrella starts to be used, as protection from a rain and a wind. At the same time, the masters try to improve it in every way, inventing a folding version.

Nowadays, there are also new ideas related to umbrellas. Recently, a new model was developed in the United States, in the handle of which a meteorological receiver was placed, reporting a flashing light bulb about a possible change in the weather and the approach of precipitation. So the first umbrellas from palm and feathers gradually turned into "technological wonders".

Simple repair of umbrellas at home

By the way, in the most technically advanced country in Japan, cheap umbrellas, for the most part, are disposable. At us have got used to use things for a long time.

Therefore, many had to do a small repair of the umbrella at home with their own hands. What are some minor breakdowns and how to eliminate them?

• Repair of fabric. When tearing off the fabric from the end of the knitting needle, take a matching yarn that is folded several times. Then fasten the fabric, passing through the hole of the knitting needle, but without tightening too tightly.
• Small holes in the dome, formed from the broken spokes, cover with a suitable cloth, using glue BF-6. Weak the rubbing, strengthen by brushing the umbrella with a colorless nail polish on the back of the umbrella.
• It is more difficult to repair umbrellas if the spokes are broken. They can be replaced using spare parts from completely out of order. Note that the size of the spokes should match the desired, otherwise the umbrella will not fold. You can also try to cut out the "spare" from the wire.

Repair of the umbrella, namely - broken links, power springs, locks, at home is difficult, since certain skills are required and special spare parts and tools will be needed. Therefore, it is better to contact the workshop.