Punctures are one of the unavoidable, yet, probably one of the most annoying issues that car owners face. An almost invisible screw, sharp metal object, or if it is a really bad day, even a shard of glass can cause your car’s tyres to deflate, leaving you stranded in the middle of a road.

Car manufacturers have always added a spare tyre to help you tackle such situations. However, with the advancement of modern technology, tyre repair kits have become much more popular. Today, almost every car comes with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare, and for good reason too. So, let’s take a look at why and how you can use such kits for Puncture Repair Blackburn, or anywhere else you are in the UK.

What is a Puncture Repair Kit?

In simple words, puncture repair kits are a collection of tools to seal a tear in tyre’s carcass. You can use a set that comes with your car or can buy an aftermarket kit if you want to use professional-grade tools. A typical package includes –

a). A set of pliers – You can use it to pull out the cause of a puncture.

b). A reamer – It is a ‘T’ shaped tool to enlarge the puncture hole.

c). A cord-insertion tool – It looks similar to a reamer, with an opening to attach the repair cords.

d). Repair cords – Rubber-like material that seals the gash from inside.

Puncture repair kits are designed to be simple for everyone who uses them. When you come across a puncture, pull your car to one side, and park it on a level, dry ground. Ideally, you should repair the leak while the wheel is still installed in your vehicle, as it provides stability during the process.

After you locate the puncture and bring it up to a repairable position, engage the handbrake and gear to ensure your vehicle is properly secure. Use the pliers to extract the stuck object, clean the damaged area, and you are ready to move to the next step.

Insert the reamer into the puncture hole carefully. Now, rotate it gently, in a circular manner, to enlarge the tear. Once you see that the steel bolts are separated, pull it out of your car’s tyre carcass, and re-inflate it.

Re-inflating the tyre will help you plug the puncture. Thread a puncture repair cord into the cord-insertion tool and thread it into the same hole till only a bit of cord is visible from outside. Carefully pull the insertion tool out. The thread should be stuck inside your car tyres carcass.

Trim the edges visible from outside, re-inflate your car's tyres again, and you are ready to go.

Puncture repair kits are the perfect accessory of a modern vehicle. It is becoming so mainstream that prominent tyre companies are tuning their products to improve repair-ability with such tools. You will find Continental, Pirelli, Michelin Tyres Blackburn or anywhere else in the UK that is made using compounds that allow easy repairs and prevent accidental damage.

Puncture repair kits offer unmatched convenience to the car owner. If the damage is too severe you should take your car for a professional repair, preferably to a reputed garage like Nil’s Tyre Services for repairs or replacements, if required.

These kits remove the bulk necessity of a spare tyre, making your vehicle considerably lighter and freeing up space, and the tool can be used several times, unlike a spare which is available for one wheel only.

Follow the above-mentioned tips whenever necessary, and have a safe and comfortable drive ahead.