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ScrubinMuhTub t1_is5yaet wrote

Tenacious tape on both sides of the hole and put it back into service?

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sklodoma t1_is60c2f wrote

Having some flat scrap silicone might come in handy.

In the past I've used pieces as grip mats, wraps for stiff and uncomfortable heavy bag handles... quite a few things actually. They're at the top of my scrap stack and they're all just the same few pieces from one small sandwich bag I had 5 years ago.

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pkflesh t1_is6211w wrote

Buy some aquaseal. It’s super strong stuff that will stick to the silicone and it’s super flexible.

It’s used as a repair for inflatable rafts.

The tricky part might be getting it to set in that hole but I think it’s your best bet.

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big_top_hat t1_is62r0t wrote

Throw that varmint eaten thing away.

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Charred_nuns t1_is630dj wrote

At times I’m concerned this sub is breeding horders. If you got some broken old trash, you’re not gonna need it. Throw it away.

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Done-By-Hand t1_is636pl wrote

If you have kids, this would be great for holding toy pieces (that are big enough to not fall out of the hole). Wash it well first, obviously. My daughter loves to put her wooden puzzle pieces in reusable bags, so I would give this to her for that purpose.

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dayjsun t1_is65gc9 wrote

Same thing happened to a compression sack I had while camping. If you have a repair kit for tents/sleeping pads/water bags etc, you can add sandwich two patches from the inside and outside. Worked pretty well for me!

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sklodoma t1_is67rtm wrote

Replying to blacklassie (#94,523)

Come to think of it I think I still have a piece in my apron pocket I used for grabbing a hot pan lid. My gloves got wet and I needed something fast and easy

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Frank82341 t1_is681zm wrote

If you cannot find another use for it, and it is medical grade silicone you can burn it in a campfire. Seriously. It is safe to burn and will not release harmful gasses. Alternatively, call your local hospital and find out what they do with silicone.

Source: Scoured the internet on how to recycle a menstrual cup.

EDIT: Okay, maybe don't burn it, per u/GoldenNerd1. But yes, check with your local hospital.

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extremechocolatine OP t1_is68q7i wrote

Replying to Frank82341 (#94,798)

I had checked and recycling isn't possible where I live, so this is a good possibility to keep in mind - thanks.

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Edit - thanks to you and the other commenters for checking out the info about burning it!

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GoldenNerd1 t1_is6bdci wrote

Go buy some platinum cure silicone. Super clean broken item. Put some tape on the inside of the hole. Mix up silicone and pour a bit over the hole on the outside

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teamglider t1_is6bqhg wrote

Hantavirus is rare but serious, and sometimes fatal. You can also get bacterial infections from mouse droppings.

I'd personally toss it, but it needs to be disinfected inside and out if you keep it (using gloves, and disinfected, not just washed) and not used for food or anything related to children. But really, throw it away, it's got mouse pee on it.

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RayzTheRoof t1_is6ms2t wrote

I thought the pic was going to be a dead mouse, then I saw it and thought it was all mouse poop, then I saw the hole lol

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RuaidhriM t1_is6skhl wrote

Duct tape. Or tenacious tape if you want to be all fancy.

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Known_Common6005 t1_is7bjyd wrote

RTV Silicone from the auto department might make a good repair material. Comes in a tube like tooth paste, cures really flexible and adheres pretty good. Would make a small parts organizer or something afterwards.

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pkc0987 t1_is7dgzf wrote

Recycle it into a new CPU for your computer.

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J35O7 t1_is7ig5g wrote

Garbage. Theres no way this is a real post. Im seriously sure that many of the people on this subreddit are mentally ill

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Burlymanchef t1_is7lk28 wrote

Buy some clear liquid gorilla glue in a metal tube.. get some sand paper 200-400 grit and scuff 1/2 inch around the outside of the hole. Insert a piece of wax paper in the bag where the hole is.. fill the hole and smear the gorilla glue flat and overlap the hole by 1/2 and inch. Let it sit 24 hours.. peel the wax paper off and bag should be good to go. Should have a bag that is usable again.

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LiveLearnCoach t1_is7q0ef wrote

After boiling in sanitizer* or however you’re going to clean it up, just put some potpourri in it and hide it behind some stuff on a shelf or side table and let the smell slowly waft out. A couple of quick squeezes if you want to quickly freshen up the place.

*you might not want to do this bit.

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KMCC44 t1_is7xnle wrote

Throw it away and buy a new one.

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anon_johnson t1_is8esgz wrote

Repurpose it as trash man. How much can those cost, like 5 dollars max? Not worth the trouble and health issues.

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probablycheese t1_is8t555 wrote

The fact that you’re debating keeping it is pretty concerning. Toss it and get a glass jar for your coco puffs instead.

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ssulli4 t1_is9smr6 wrote

Open the bag up and start throwing trash in it

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antuvschle t1_isb0s4i wrote

Replying to Charred_nuns (#94,536)

As a hoarder trying to reform, BIFL creates a lot less clutter than fast fashion does. It’s the path from the roomful of clothes towards the capsule wardrobe. Clothes you just can’t count on and your most lived items getting discontinued is where having backups for everything will get you off track.

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Uppaduck t1_isdjblc wrote

Cut it to size to make shoe heel cushions that stick to inside back with glue

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knitwasabi t1_isln6pk wrote

Sugru that thing. That stuff would work really well as a plug there, and then smear onto the bag. It would probably be waterproof again, might be good for wet clothes?

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Comac10 t1_isqbucm wrote

Cut a slit in it starting from where the hole is then bag is with the plastic bags from the grocery store as you get them (if you get them). Which would turn it into a handy dispenser. Good for the shop/car/workplace. Idk.

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penscratcher1 t1_isxv4mz wrote

Creat multiple perferations slightly larger than the mouse hole. Fill bag with soil. Plant seeds right through the holes and transplant once seedlings sprout.

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