How Do You Fix A Dented Ping Pong Ball?
There is little more frustrating than being down to your last ping pong ball and having it flatten or dent from a hard hit against the wall or floor. Never fear, there are some simple steps you can take to fix that dented ping pong ball and get back in the game. • Choose your repair method. There are several methods for fixing a dented ping pong ball and most take less than five minutes. Take a look around. If you are in a house with a clothes dryer, hair dryer or stove, then skip to step three. If you are outside or camping, head to step two for your quick fix. • Use the outdoor heat method. Hold the ping pong ball with the tips of your fingers. Use a lighter to create a small flame. Slowly wave the ball over the lighter until the plastic of the dent expands back into place. Be careful not to hold the ball directly in the flame or in one place for too long. Once the dent expands, let the ball cool for a few minutes before resuming play. • Select an indoor method. There are three basic
