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DIY Tip:No more extension cord that unplugs itself!

DIY Tip:No more extension cord that unplugs itself!

Tired of that extension cord that unplugs itself?

Fortunately, the solution is very simple and extremely effective.

No need to reconnect the extension cord every time you pull it a little too much.

Discover this effective little trick so that the extension cord no longer unplugs on its own.

Just tie them together like this. Watch:

DIY Tip:No more extension cord that unplugs itself!

Contents
  • How to
  • Result
  • Your turn...

How to

1. Make a knot with the end of the extension cord and your thread, as in the photo.

2. Plug them together.

Result

There you go, your extension cord can no longer unplug itself :-)

Simple, practical and effective when tinkering!

Your turn...

Have you tried this grandma's trick to prevent an extension cord from unplugging? Let us know in the comments if it works for you. We can't wait to read you!