Researches in steps (on how to melt plastic and making homemade glue)

Melting plastic bottles

1. Remove all labels from the plastic bottles. Wash and dry the bottles thoroughly to ensure all of the
sticky residue is gone.

2. Cut the plastic bottles into small pieces using scissors. Make the pieces small enough to fit inside
the metal container.

3. Place the pieces of plastic into an oven-safe metal container. To prevent melted plastic from
spilling inside the toaster oven, do not overfill the container.

Melting Plastic II

1. Take the toaster oven outside and heat to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt plastic outside in order to
avoid exposing yourself to harmful fumes.

2. Place the metal container in the toaster oven for three to four minutes. Increase heat in 25 degree
intervals until the plastic is completely melted. Different types of plastic have different melting points.

3. Remove the metal container from the toaster oven using protective gloves or oven mitts once the
plastic is completely melted.

4. Pour the melted plastic into a tray using a wooden stick. Allow to cool down a bit.

Simple Flour and Water Glue or Paste

Ingredients

 1/2 cup flour

 1/2 cup to 1 cup cold water

1. In a saucepan, whisk together flour and cold water. Use equal portions of flour and water
for a thick paste and more water to make glue.
2. Heat the mixture until it boils and thickens. If it is too thick, you can add a bit more
water. Keep in mind, this recipe will thicken as it cools.
3. Remove from heat. Add coloring, if desired. Store the glue in a sealed container.
Methodology
Materials and equipment

 PVC plastic bottles

 Pair of Scissors
 Metal container
 Water
 Toaster Oven
 Saucepan (or casserole if none)
 Sealed Container (for glue)
 Safety wear (safety glasses, gloves, mask, apron)

Steps

1. Prepare everything you need. Wear safety gear during the process, because we’re going
to handle something hot.
2. Cut the PVC plastic bottles into small pieces and put them in an oven safe metal
container. Heat the oven toaster outside (because the plastic will spread harmful fumes)
to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Place the metal container in the toaster oven for three to four minutes. Increase heat
in 25 degree intervals until the plastic is completely melted.
4. After melting the plastic, cool it down a bit, then mix it with cold water. Use equal
portions of plastic and water, and for a thick paste, add more water.
5. Heat the mixture in a saucepan until it thickens. If it is too thick, add a bit more water.
The mixture will thicken as it cools.
6. Remove from heat and store in sealed container.