How to remove a key that broke in the lock: 5 tricks to avoid disassembling everything

Procedure: Apply a lubricant on the key. Position the magnet close to the key; it should cling to the magnet, enabling easy extraction.
2. Precision with Pliers

Required: Needle-nose pliers or fine-tipped scissors.

Procedure: After lubricating around the key, use the pliers or scissors to carefully grasp the protruding piece of the key. Gently attempt to extract the key, being cautious to avoid pushing it deeper into the lock.

If the Door is Unlocked:

1. Scissor Solution

Procedure: If the key’s trapped with the door unlocked, find a pair of fine-tipped scissors. From the opposite side (e.g., inside the home), slide a scissor tip until it contacts the broken key. Push gently to nudge the key outward. If it doesn’t emerge entirely, employ pliers to draw it out.

2. Key to the Rescue

Procedure: This technique parallels the earlier one, albeit using another key. By inserting this key into the lock from the opposite side, it will thrust the broken key outward.

3. The Silicone Savior

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