How to temporarily patch a leaking washing machine front seal

This video demonstrates an easy way to fix a cracked or torn front-load washing machine door boot seal, so that you can still do laundry while you wait for parts to arrive, the repairman to show up, or enough personal motivation to set in. This will work for at least a month, speaking from experience, and probably a lot longer, but you will need to replace the entire seal eventually.
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[@poppiemontgomery]

Omggg TY SOO MUCH I CANNOT AFFORD TO REPLACE OR A SERVICE TECH 🙏🏿

[@CookieLoverLes]

Thank you for the tip. I was about to have too much time on Memorial Day weekend.

[@jimpalmer1944]

This is probably in my future too. Great temp repair.

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Very clever fix!

[@nadrojeggel]

Nice work, I had a tear on the inside. Sealed it up with super glue like you did, and then added a layer of waterproof gorilla tape on either side. It's held up for a year so far!

[@epiphgd4302]

Stuff called Sugru - it'll keep you right

[@jiroleong4949]

The gorilla tape do you just tape just where it tear ?? From inside out ?😊

[@aanandutube]

simple matter-of-fact presentation. Good

[@LintuKotO204]

Thank you for this!

[@seamus9750]

I used superglue an marine silicon seal and got it down from a constant trickle to just an occasional few drops.

[@tychen2890]

😂 thank you for the wonderful tip!

[@GigglingButterfly]

Thank you❤

[@shailsss]

Brilliant

[@patharrington2970]

Thank you

[@TheSnekkerShow]

You're quite welcome.

[@epiphgd4302]

Lots of these fixes don't hold up- tried them. What does work is stuff called Sugru. It's like play-doh only it cures up, like a mouldable glue.

[@claremaidofthewave251]

Thanks for the recommendation, I’ve just ordered some, fingers crossed.

[@epiphgd4302]

Good luck with it! Mines still holding strong. Make sure to leave it for a good few days to cure before using the machine, especially if it's in a cold area.@@claremaidofthewave251

[@beatles7238]

Thanking you in advance, fingers crossed this works for our w/m! 🙏🙏💕

[@TheSnekkerShow]

Good luck!

[@FranksDIY]

Haha had the same problem a couple of years ago and it's still holding up.

[@TheSnekkerShow]

I probably could have fixed it permanently with some exterior electrical tape.

[@jadziyadax1073]

Plot twist: The door is superglued shut.

[@ziminvader2015]

OH Man you r fok1ng Genius , thanks for share , for sure you help a lot of people with this video , Im going to fix mi washer machine this weekend , greetings from San Jose Ca

[@gastr1c]

What about a tire patch? Covers hole with fresh rubber, adhered with appropriate glue.

[@LbFpnw]

I tried this and made sure to buy the black roofing sealant (Loctite PL Roof & Flashing from HD), used waxed paper, and allowed it to cure for 4 days. Did this twice and both times, I barely touched the area to clean it up like in the video and the sealant fell right out as if it wasn’t actually adhering to the rubber gasket. I made sure it was 100% dry and everything before applying and followed the video step by step. I also tried smearing the sealant further to the sides to hopefully grasp onto the gasket more but to no avail. What could I be doing wrong? Thank you for any more advice!

[@TheSnekkerShow]

You might have commented on the wrong video. None of those were things I showed in this one.

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

Why not just remove the gasket/seal with the comprised spot and relocate to the top where water is not in contact with the seal until the new one arrives? Nice fix I will have to say!

[@TheSnekkerShow]

These have to be installed a certain direction, and have connections for electrical and water. Changing it involves taking the machine halfway apart.

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

@@TheSnekkerShow ok it was keyed and I did not give that any though, 😁🛫

[@lumpvision5746]

Nice! Do you think the electrical tape will work if there is a chunk of the seal missing?

[@TheSnekkerShow]

Not as well, but you might be able to reinforce the gap behind the tape with a flexible adhesive.

[@lumpvision5746]

@The Snekker Show I'll give that a shot. Thanks for the quick response.

[@Lisa_Fernandezhomeandlifestyle]

@@lumpvision5746 how did you get on with this. Debating on whether to try this or just get a new one

[@lumpvision5746]

@Fern Home & LifeStyling Failed! I had a big chunk missing from my seal. This is probably best for a tear or crack. I'd give it a shot if your damage looks anything like it looks in the video. It'll cost a lot less than getting a new unit if you are successful.

[@lumpvision5746]

@Fern Home & LifeStyling OH. So instead of getting a new unit, I got the seal replaced. Everything is good to go now.

[@epiphgd4302]

Wouldn’t silicone work instead of superglue

[@TheSnekkerShow]

Silicone doesn't really have the bond strength for small repairs. Good flexibility, though, so it might work spread over a larger area.

[@jasonburns3187]

i dbe thinking using shoe glue because its a stong bond and very flexible. silicon doesnt bond that well and superglue would go hard and hard part would wear a hole at the adjacent soft rubber over time. BUT it great idea to use glue and the tape . im off to do it now

[@epiphgd4302]

@@jasonburns3187 Yea silicone does not hold up- tried it. What does work is stuff called Sugru. It's like play-doh only it cures up, excellent stuff that has loads of uses

[@truth-ox3wz]

If you bought a new gasket, why not just change out the gasket?

[@TheSnekkerShow]

I can answer a little better now after confirming that the job would go pretty much as I expected. The whole thing took about six hours, frequently interrupted by dad responsibilities, and I also decided to clean, treat, and paint some rusted parts around the detergent tray, and also needed to unclog a drain line. Having done it once now, it would probably take 30-45 minutes the next time, assuming no additional maintenance.

[@truth-ox3wz]

@@TheSnekkerShow I asked "why you didn't change out the gasket"...Not how long it took or what else you did.

[@TheSnekkerShow]

@@truth-ox3wz Well, you got bonus amplifying information. No need to whine about it.

[@truth-ox3wz]

@@TheSnekkerShow Whine about it...WHAT??? All, I asked is why you didn't change out the gasket, and all you want to be is a tuff guy. Would love to see you call me a whinner to my face.

[@gracefparry5881]

Maybe he’s showing a temporary fix for people who don’t have a replacement seal yet but still want to do their laundry.