The tip of the friction welder is a styrene rod. If it’s spun fast enough the friction will cause the material to heat to the melting point, depositing a bead of styrene into the joint.

You can make your tension rod more secure to prevent it from falling by ensuring that it's tight, level, and creating friction. Some homeowners skip the shower curtain tension rod altogether by ...

Not only is this a hassle in the moment, but it can also leave you wondering how much longer your curtain rod will last under this constant struggle. Excessive friction is the culprit behind the ...