Rivets are one of the simplest types of fasteners. They are used to connect sheet metal and sheet metal, as well as plastic and even leather. Connections made with rivets are very strong and rivet removal is a very difficult task. In fact, in order to remove the rivet, it is necessary to cut off its head, otherwise nothing will work. And then, of course, you won't be able to use this rivet. It can only be thrown away.
It is necessary
file, chisel, pliers
Instructions
Step 1
The difficulty in removing rivets also lies in the fact that you have to be extremely careful and careful not to damage the surface from which you are removing it. Rivets are made from different materials with different properties and different strengths. Therefore, choose the method of disposal primarily depending on the material.
Step 2
Most likely, you will need a lot of time to work, so please be patient and have the necessary tools. From the tools, prepare a file, a chisel, pliers, perhaps even a drill with a thin drill. In short, get almost the entire assortment of tools, because any of these tools you may need.
Step 3
If you are removing a rivet from a metal or similar surface, use a file first. This will be possible if the head of your rivet itself is above the surface it connects. If the file does not give the expected results, use a chisel. But be careful, try to scratch the surface as little as possible and not injure your fingers.
Step 4
Since rivets are not only made from different materials, but also come in different types, the approach to removing different types will also be different. So, if the head is not located directly above the surface for which it serves to connect, but has a countersunk head, use a drill instead of a file and chisel.
Step 5
The drill should be thin, but it must be matched to the diameter. First, carefully drill out the countersunk head of the rivet, and then pick up a rod or similar tool, as long as it fits exactly in diameter, and try to knock out the head.
Step 6
After you have dealt with the head, carefully bend the teeth with pliers and pull out the rivet shaft. Finish the edges of the holes that remain after riveting in a manner appropriate for the material.
Step 7
If the rivet needs to be removed from the leather product, everything will be more difficult if it is important for you to damage the surface of the material as little as possible. In this case, only pliers will work. Gently squeeze the head in several places, and then try to loosen it.
Step 8
If possible, gently peel back the teeth of the rivet and pull out the shank. If the rivet does not lend itself, pulling its head slightly upward from the material with pliers, file it with a file. Then follow the same pattern.
