DIY: How To Make An Emergency Spare Key

In this video, Youtuber, DaveHax, shows us how to make an emergency spare key.

Items Needed

• The original key
• A lighter
• The lid of a metal can
• A 2 inch piece of clear tape

Instructions:

• Start by holding the original key over a flame so it gets a black coating.
• Set it down to cool. Once cool, place the stripe of clear tape over the blackened key. This will make the outline of your key.
• Remove the tape from the key and stick it onto the can lid.
• Using a sharp pair of scissors, carefully (and accurately) cut out the key.
• Hold the copy up to the original for comparison. If you’ve accurately cut out the key, it should work in the lock. Just remember, the copied key will be a lit thinner than the original, so be careful about not breaking it inside the lock.

Watch video for full tutorial.