How To: Inflatable Repair Adhesives Guide
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- Опубликовано: 16 дек 2012
- When repairing your Hypalon®, PVC or urethane inflatable, or your plastic or composite kayak, it's vital that you choose the right adhesive and solvent for the job. Using the wrong materials will result in a poor repair and wasted effort. In this video, Josh from NRS Repairs shares an inflatable repair adhesives guide to help you understand when to use such glues as Clifton Hypalon, Shore, Stabond, Clifton Urethane, Vynabond and G/flex Epoxy. Solvents for repair prep are important too; you'll also learn when you can use toluene, MEK, acetone and alcohol.
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Great Job NRS! Thanks.
Great video and also a VERY helpful company. Thanks!
Thank you so much for your videos. They are waymore coherent and easy to follow than others that I have seen come out of Miami.
(That guy can't even get out half an idea when he is already talking about three other things. So frustrating to watch when you are hoping to get some good information to help you out)
GREAT,INFORMATIVE VIDEO,MATE. ....PLUS,i DIDN'T MIND THE MUSIC AT ALL!!
As always, don't hesitate to call (1-800-635-5202), comment or email with any further questions or if you just want to talk over the repair process.
Thank you,
Darren Kellogg | NRS
Thanks you for the comment/question. It appears that Zodiac may have used a few different fabrics over the years, so you'd have to get a hold of the manufacturer if you wanted to know the exact type of material your boat is made of. That said, we suggest using Stabond Adhesive for any air holding patches on Zodiacs. Stabond works on many different fabric types, and for this reason we list it as the preferred adhesive for Zodiac boats.
Thank you for the comment. Sounds like G/flex Epoxy or Stabond Adhesive (or other) should work great. If it's more of a fabric to fabric type of a repair, then I'd suggest Stabond or the appropriate glue for the fabric your boat is made of (check out our "How To: Inflatable Repair Adhesives Guide" video and "Inflatable Boat Material & Valve Reference Chart").
Great info now I need to figure out the materials my boat is made with
If it will be a fabric to solid surface repair that wont flex a lot, then G/flex Epoxy would be the better option. See the next comment down for additional details.
Thank you again for the comment. Definitely call, comment or email with any further questions.
We sell the glue, solvent and fabric on our website (nrsweb.com). Our staff is great, so don't hesitate to call with any questions. Thanks for the comment/question.
Great videos! Thanks! I have a larger area of scrim shot from a hack job of removing a handle from a PVC dinghy. The area is the exact area where I need to attach a Weaver Davit pad. Would Aquaseal be ok in this instance? Strong enough to attach the pad on top? Also, is it correct that I'd need two different adhesives to attach the pads to a PVC boat. Any help is very much appreciated. Again, thanks for the great vids. Very helpful!
Nice video! thks for sharing!
If it's the interface between the transom and the boat fabric i.e. the fabric and the transom board are separating from each other, then we would suggest using G-flex epoxy. G-flex works for a myriad of fabric and materials, so it should work great with whatever your transom is made of. Stabond could work as well but you'll probably get a better bond with G-flex. The following videos on our website/RUclips page can help with the repair process:
Never mind on the video's. I got them. Thank you.
Great help thanks , Where can I get this stuff ,
Does anyone know what material the Sharper Image inflatable kayaks were made of ? Thanks in advance, and thanks for the informative video.
Thanks brother! I have a Military Combat Rubber Raiding Craft that has a knife cut about a foot long and need to patch it! What type glue and process would you recommend? Thanks much
Thank you for your comment. Zodiac used a variety of fabrics over the years. For this reason we suggest using Stabond Adhesive (sold at nrsweb.com) for air holding patches. Stabond works on a variety of fabric types, so it should work no matter what fabric your boat is made out of. Note, properly preparing the fabric and boat material for glue is key. If the boat and/or patch are not cleaned and prepared properly, then the patch will not stay on the boat very long.
Thank you for your comment.
Can i have a chance to talk to u???
Stan's Tubless Tire Sealant works great. Its sold at most bicycle shops. Its a liquid latex. You just pour it in each chamber. Fill it up with air. rotate the boat every 10 min for an hour then let sit for 24 hours. Done. Seals all those small leaks you can't find and the ones you can find. And it's cheaper than buying the same product at westmarine
shawn banks How well did this work out for you? What boat did you use this on? How much of the sealant did you end using per chamber? Did any of the gunk come back out when you compressed it for storage?
Thank you for your tape English is not my first language and and I had a really hard time understanding some of the names glues for different uses.. I try different ways of fixing a air mattress on the belvett area ..could you be so kind two tell me the names of the glues
You have different ones and I would love to get to know them all since I'm always repairing different things.. truly appreciate your kindness have a wonderful day thank you in advance.
Ok I`ll keep that in mind .
Always store all paints and canned adhesives upside down if not being used for a long time. The material will self seal in any microscopic leaks in the lid creating a air tight seal. Be aware of any initial leaks that may come out of the lid. I've kept paints good over 10 years doing this. PS lose the music!
Well I`m planning on making a hovercraft and I have a bunch of steel truck tarp material left it has a rubber back with a mesh looks the same as Dingy material -I was suggested HH66 Glue ??? Never seen it before that`s why I asked you .
What glue to use for attaching rubbing strake to PVC RIB?
Do these glues sell in the states in certain brand stores?
i have a aib bed that came apart in the seam can you tell me how can i fix it or if it can be fix?
I have an ABC-M17 gas mask made in 1962 and while changing the filters out I tore part of the cheek, what do you recommend? I want it to be waterproof and airtight. Experts I need your help!
Thank you. This was a big help. I have a 20-plus-year-old 13-foot Avon motor boat where the rubrail is coming loose in a few places. The glue I had bought and was supposedly suited for Hypalon required mixing. It didn't do as well. It may have already been past its shelf life when I bought it, and although I had prepped it. I will use your recommendation for Hypalon.
Glad it helped
Thanks for the this video. Do you guys have suggestion for removing old glue from old patches before laying the new patch?
do you supply paint for a nylon fabric. I have a one person pontoon boat with 9' pontoons it has a nylon outer cover but it looking a little dengey. I tryed cleaning it. But still looking bad. Is there anything out here could help. Thank you very much. Ray
I have a question and it will be appreciated if you reply asap. The question is that is it possible to use Orca glue which is for PVC? thank you in advance
Lord have mercy. That’s a lot of materials needed. And unfortunately I don’t have the space for a workshop like that here in Japan where real estate is limited.
The repairs do use a few things. You might check with marinas. Many sail boats and yachts use PVC and Hypalon boats as tenders. They might be able to point you in the direction of a place that can help you.
what should i use to re-glue the big rubber c shaped moldings on the transom to the main tubes
Would you recommend Butil Acetate to clean the surfaces?
No worries, If you have any further questions definitely give us a call.
I'm about to try and repair an inflatable Sevylor kayak I bought. I have some G-Flex laying around and have been impressed with it so I'm planning on trying to patch it with that as the adhesive.The tear is on the very bottom of the yak and the PVC material down there looks to be no thicker than what you might find on a cheap pool float. I'm concerned that the material is way too thin for even light sanding, would you agree? Also, I see y'all have your boat inflated during the repair, I would have thought that having it inflated during what should be the adhesive clamping stage would weaken the bond. Is there some benefit to having it inflated during the repair or did y'all just do it that way because it was easier to film? Great video, super informative and thorough, you don't see that often on RUclips tutorials.! And yes, know I should just throw this cheap inflatable yak away but giving up's not really my style.
pretty sure they were using a perfectly fine boat just to demonstrate the procedures. he should have pointed that out though. one also doesn't want to inflate their boat too soon after applying any patches/repairs. wait at least the recommended full cure time, or more if possible. i was packed for a trip, and scraped my boat while loading and the scrape made a small hole. had to unload, and do a rushed patch-job in the dark. wasn't cancelling my fishing trip. left in the morning, and inflated boat at the lake. got only half a day's fishing in when i noticed a bubble slowly forming under the patch, and over time, it slowly grew larger, working it's way closer to the edge of the patch. had to cut the trip short and book it back to camp before it let loose, and it did.
Ive been living in Nrs environment since i was in grade 2 and now im in university is there any way that i will get a chance to meet and work for you cause ive spent a lot of time repairing NRS BOATS hoping for ur reply........
Could be Polyurethane, PVC or another type of fabric. I'm unfamiliar with Probond, so I can't really give an educated suggestion with regards to that glue. It could work great, or it might stick for a while and then peel off. If you know for sure what type of fabric your boat is made of, then we would suggest using a glue for that specific type of fabric over Stabond. However, if you are unsure of the fabric type, then Stabond is the way to go as it bonds well to nearly all types of boat fabric.
Hello NRS,
Sir, can bicycle tire patch seal a crack in rubber or plastic children swimming pool?
Please, guide me to a solution.
Darn it I should have fixed my raft before hole. how do you know where future holes are going to be? Anyways, using 7' er pull behind as a trailer for kayak type deal. 2 days Provisions in it.
Very well done...information was to the point and didn't waste a lot of time with drivel like so many vids on here.
Thank you for taking the time to make and post this, it helped me a great deal. Do you sell these glues and hypalon patch material?
Thanks for the kind comment +Greg M. Yes, we have a large selection of adhesive and repair materials on our website here: www.nrs.com/category/3202/rafting/inflatable-repair
I own a 1972 (approx.) 12 ft inflatable dinghy (wind river)Can anyone tell me what material it could be made of? It has a few slowleaks that need repair, especially on the seams and I want to use the right productthanks Louis
Great info, thanks. I've got PVC tubes and the tape/band that holds the tubes to the rigid hull have come away. I was thinking to use acetone to clean and g-flex to bond. Is that what you'd do?
If the rigid hull is ABS plastic or fiberglass, acetone and g-flex would be the right choice.
I have a norlantic what glue do I use
Most likely you'll still be able to repair the boat, it will be a bit of work, but you should still be able to patch it. You might have to baseball stitch the opening shut and then lay two patches over the top, or possibly do an inner and outer patch (depending on the location). Give us a call if you have any questions (1-800-635-5202).
What adhesive would you recommend for an Intex XTR pool liner?
My wooden transom separated from the tubes. You mentioned one glue for wood, and one for tubing/patches etc. When applying glue to the wood (transom), would this be the same glue for the zodiac tubing? Do I glue the wood first, apply different glue to tubing second; and stick both together? Hopefully that makes sense. Thank you in advance!
love the video and so helpful in fixing our Zodiac mk2 Futura.
Hello Wade, The best glue for a repair like this is G-Flex epoxy. It's great for gluing boat fabric to wood. If the tubes are leaking any air you will want to make sure these leaks are fixed before gluing the transom back into place.
The fabric and the transom board appear to be separating because it doesn't take long before there is about 3" of water in the boat. The "following video's" did not show up. What are the names of the video's so that I can do a search for them (links don't seem to show up in posts for some reason). Thanks a lot!
What adhesive would you recommend for a large seam blowout on a pvc inflatable kayak? It was outside on our lawn on a 80 degree day fully inflated and blew the seams.
We learned the hard way!😭
Hi CJ, Sorry about the hard lesson you learned. Our repairs department really likes the Stabond adhesive for PVC to PVC repairs. We've also had good luck with the Clifton Star Adhesive. If you use the Star Adhesive make sure to also get the accelerator. Feel free to give us a call at 877-677-4327 if you have additional questions.
Your saying stabond Are you thinking Polyurethane I`ve used Probond is that the same .
i ripped my proshore 10ft inflatable the tear is 40cm long can it be patched???
How To; Inflatable Repair Adhesives Guide
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One a final note, the most important step of any patch or repair job is preparation. Be sure to take the time to prepare the patch and repair area thoroughly. If these areas are not prepped and cleaned properly your patch won't last very long. It may stick for a short time, but will probably peeling off at an inopportune time down the line.
I kind of liked it. it is way to hard to do that for me
Great question, MEK does affect the material more than acetone, it softens the material so that it will more readily accept the adhesive. Acetone on the other hand mostly just cleans the fabric's surface. You don't have to use MEK, but if you do, you'll get a stronger bond when using the appropriate glue. Thank you for the question/comment.
I have a smaller version of a similar raft with a very tiny slow leak that I can’t locate. Can I use a liquid sealant inside the raft and move the liquid around to seal the leak?
An internal sealant is an option but should be considered a last resort. We sell Flexseal (www.nrs.com/product/1989/raft-sealant-kit) at NRS that can be used on both Hypalon and PVC boats. Your best option is to do more investigating and find the leaks. Make sure to check around the valves. Valves are the cause of leaks more often than not. If you have any questions feel free to give us a call at 1-800-635-5202.
I have a mid 80's(?) orange Zodiak that leaks around the transom. Someone tried to repair it by applying silicone. I don't even know what the material is (this is all new to me). Can you offer any help?
Hi! Which glue would you recommend for an inflatable paddle board? I live in Puerto Rico and haven’t been able to find someone that can fix it. Thank you!
Most paddle boards are PVC so any of the inflatable PVC adhesives should work. Getting glue in Puerto Rico can be challenging. Shipping flammable adhesives is cost prohibitive. Your best option is to contact local marine supply shops. Many sail boats have PVC dinghies and these places often carry repair materials. Good luck with the repair!
Hi thanks for the vid, is the one year shelf life for opened or unopened glue or both? Cheers
Would like to know the material of a Zodiac MK III GR, do patch it correctly. Thank you.
Hi, thanks for your video. Which glue and which solvent do you recommend to use to glue some pvc accessories on a nitrylene gumotex canoe?
We're not familiar with Gumotex Boats so your best option is to contact the manufacturer. Looking at their website the Nitrilon material is made up of synthetic rubber so Hypalon glue may work.
@@NRSWEB thanks
I have a rubber duck named Patina.
Today I had to cut open Patina’s tummy to remove her squeaker, as it fell inside of her when someone pushed her too hard. I just cut a little slit in her belly and managed to get the squeaker back in its proper spot, but now she won’t squeak properly, as the slit (I’m guessing?) needs to be sealed somehow.
Would this work on Patina? I miss her squeaky sounds.
Hi
What is the best way to remove an old glued on seat mount so i can replace it the webbing dried out and disintegrated. Also how do i determine the position of oar locks on a boat ?
Thanks for reaching out. These are great questions, unfortunately the answers may not fit in a youtube comment reply box. In order to serve you better, please give our repair experts a call at 877-677-4327. We look forward to hearing from you. Thanks and have a great day!
sir please help me what is themost adhesive do we use the name i mean cause we use 888 but it will not work thank you
Not that related but I've been browsing youtube for a while looking for an answer. I own an intex mariner 4 which has small leak on the inflatable keel. Anyway, I need to fix this leak and I don't think a patch will ever fit on this location. Is there a glue that you know of that will work? It is a PVC material. I've seen some forums recommend tent glue which confuses me and there is not listing of a brand. Any thoughts will be greatly appreciated.
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What would you recommend for Explorer K2 inflatable kayak patch repair?
Hi Stephen, For that boat the best adhesive is going to be HH66. This video is a few years old and that glue wasn't available when it was made. Finding patch material might be difficult. You'll have to contact the manufacturer. If its a small repair you can use Tear Aid. Tear Aid is an adhesive tape the creates a semi-permanent patch. Feel free to give us a call at 877-677-4327 if you have any other questions.
Question...I've got a pretty large hole in our inflatable 3 ringed pool that is our only hope for cooling down summer time, and I can't afford to buy another one, I know they're like 40$ but I don't have 40$. The hole is in the corner of pool and is on a seem that is connected to the other ring below it, causing second ring only a slow leak...there is a second flap of vinyl on the inside of the main hole ring that I've struggled with figuring out how to position it for repairing the hole under that flap. So this us the part that makes what I'm doing sort of interesting, I had same pool but that got too many holed in it and got a replacement, turned old one into a giant slip and slide which is awesome, so I have tons of the exact same pool vinyl I can use for this hole repair on corner seem. Unfortunately, I threw away the corners of other one cus it didn't lay flat for the slip and slide, other wise ide be trying to figure out how to basically replace the whole corner of the pool and seal the seams with some sort of plastic welding hot iron or heat sealer for vinyl which ive done before and its sort of fun to make your own inflatables. But I don't have a corner rounded piece... what sort of vinyl glue adhesive works best for this sort of repair,
I would recommend HH-66 or Clifton PVC Adhesive for that sort of repair and to also prep the surface with acetone.
Will HH-66 work to adhere vinyl to a Tri-Tech raft? From my understanding, Tri-Tech is a trademark name for a 3-ply pvc material.
It seems to be a PVC material from what we can tell, too. So, yes, the HH-66 should work.
I have a Seahawk 4 that seems to slowly lose air but I am having trouble finding specific leaks. We are considering treating it with a sealant and hoping we catch the sites of air loss. Is there a product you would recommend for this or is there a better approach?
The Seahawk has only been used about 15-20 times.
whta is the best glue to be use to repair banana boat fall by parts pls let me know thk
Do you have suggestions for the use of PVC Stitch to repair an air mattress? The tear is along the valve seam
Alex, please feel free to send us an email with some photos to service@nrs.com and we would be happy to take a look!
you said for patching pvc you recommend Clifton, however you didn't mention what you recommend for repairing a seam?
Thanks for the question +Allen Fong. Clifton Urethane Adhesive is our recommendation for most PVC applications, including seam repair. However, the glue choice and application can vary depending upon the nature of the project (i.e. slow leak, delamination or blown seam). Please feel free to call our repair experts at 877-677-4327 if you have questions or would like us to walk you through the process.
Hi,
How do I remove the old glue? One of the rings came off. But the old gleu is not coming of with only acetone or alcohol. I want to clean and sand the area before I put the glue on. Thnks
Hi +Maurice Dun, the solvent you use will depend on the material of your boat. If the boat is made of Hypalon/Pennel Orca we recomend using Toluol-toluene (www.nrs.com/product/1920/toluol-toluene) for glue removal. If your boat is PVC based than MEK (www.nrs.com/product/1912/mek-pvc-solvent) should do the trick. Please give us a call at 877-677-4327 or email us service@nrs.com if you have any more questions.
What is the ratio of glue to accelerate? Is the same glue used for the thinner seam fabric?
Hello Anne, The ratio is different depending on the specific adhesive. If you purchased the glue from NRS we provide that information on our website. To answer your other question yes, the same adhesive is used on seam fabric.
Should Stabond be used to adhere rubber to PVC? I’m trying to reinforce the bottom of my transom with rubber.
Hi Mauricio, Stabond will work great for adhering rubber coated materials to PVC!
Is there a product available that would allow me to just paint it on the bottom of the pool instead of patching pin holes one by one? I feel like if I could just cover/ paint the bottom with something I could repair the whole thing at once. Thank you for any advice
Sounds like you patching an above ground pool. There might be a few differences between what you have and an inflatable boat. But your first step is going to be determining the material. Most likely its some kind of vinyl. There are some paint on options out there but they can get a little expensive and NRS doesn't stock any. If Aquaseal will stick to your fabric and you can see the holes that might be your most cost effective option.
@@NRSWEB thank you for answering! I somewhat have patched the holes but it's still leaking and yes it is an above ground vinyl pool.
The products at Our Dollar Tree are Shrinking in Content , Even the 5 Dollar can of Huffing Tulio has become a Third of the way full , They are Selling Hand Rags to the glue heads for 2 and even 3 Dollars for a small rag of Toluene these day's , I remember when gasoline, acrylic paints, varnishes, lacquers, paint thinners, adhesives, glues, rubber cement, airplane glue, and shoe polish; and carburetor cleaner starter and fluid , White out were all much Lower , I feel bad for the local glue heads :( QC
Go Vandals!!
Hi you guys have branch in duabi
Will stabond work on vinyl pvc inflatable boat by Intex
Hi Starwin, Stabond works on PVC and should work on the Intex material but you should contact Intex to make sure. You'll probably want to source your patching material direct from Intex if possible.
Can i use pvc pipe glue and primer on a pvc raft
Hi Snark, PVC pipe cement will not work for repairing a raft. You might get a patch to stick but it will mostly leak as soon as you add air. If you want some help picking out the materials for your repair feel free to give us a call at 877-677-4327 and we can help you out.
what about a right glue for a Plastic or a Poly none inflatable kiddie / wading pool?
Thanks for the question +Lady_Lone_ Wolf. If you're not sure what material the pool is made of, a versatile adhesive like Aquaseal or Stabond for the application is recommended. Both these adhesives will bond to a number of different materials (i.e. hypalon, nylon, vinyl (PVC), and many plastics). If you have any other questions about choosing the right adhesive please reply to this comment, give us a call (877-677-4327), or send us an email (service@nrs.com). Thanks again!
Aquaseal: www.nrs.com/product/2291/aquaseal-urethane-repair-adhesive
Stabond: www.nrs.com/product/1903/stabond-adhesive
Hi, is it possible to fix a two inch hole that goes completely through the kayak. A mouse got in the basement, ate a hole in the corner of my inflatable kayak right through to the other side. He got the worse possible spot. Right in the corner so he basically created a hole and connected the air supply that was separated from the sides of the boat to the floor. Is this a lost project?
Thanks for reaching out to us Rick. Sorry to hear about the trouble with that mouse. In order to give you an accurate assessment of your repair options please email us at service@nrs.com with a description of the problem and a few pictures or a video of the hole. Our repair experts will be happy to help you out. Thanks and have a great day!
find that mouse, skin the little bugger, stretch that hide out to it's max, lather in proper adhesive, and cover hole with it. this will also serve as a warning to future rodent problems.
Depends on the operational pressure. If its soft like a $50 sevylor when on water then a big patch, a few bricks and amazing goop marine should work
Nrs what type of glue can I use ??
The type of glue depends on the material you're trying to repair. If you want give us a call at 877-677-4327 and we can walk you through the repair.
why we need more than 1 layer for the glue ( vinyl cement for inflatable boat
Good question. When you use glue on wood, paper, and other porous materials the glue flows into tiny openings and after it dries the glue has formed into and irregular shape that locks the two pieces together. When gluing PVC or Hypalon the solvents in the glue are slightly melting the material to allow the chemical bond to form. The solvents only do their job while they're wet. You apply several coats to insure the solvents have been able to thoroughly do their job.
Sir, I have a Inflatable bouncy deer but it was crash while air filled. Kindly suggest me which material should use to repair.
I am a marine engineer and i will repair a rubber marine airbags with NPR rubber, what the best adhesive to deal with this rubber???????
I'm no familiar with NPR rubber. Our Clifton Hypalon adhesive works on most types of rubber. I'd check with the manufacturer of the rubber before attempting the repair.
Actually did a good job I don't say that a lot
Go Vandals!
M.E.K is illegal in Australia I know a person who lost his sense of taste and smell and had cancer due to daily use at work. Cleans really well.
Its super important to use take the proper safety precautions when handling chemicals like these.
The guy puts the patch on the inflated boat. Why the air did not escaped through the hole he is fixing?
They may be anticipating a hole, best to be prepared.
your suppose to have the boat uninflated when fixing it.
spud pud Lol
god bless the american millitary complex for making these obscure chemicals household products.
THIS ALL SOUNDS LIKE BRAIN SURGERY TO ME, I JUST WANTED TO PATCH MY INFLATABLE BOAT NOW IM FEELING CONFUSED.
its not easy maybe get an adult to help
use 5200 marine adhesive or amazing goop marine-cheaper and simpler.
Maybe turn the music down or talk in a deeper voice. I really struggled to hear what you said with that music playing so loudly in the back.
I would nuke the music completely. The repeat is maddening.
Maybe make an appointment at your nearest SpecSavers hearing test centre or contact your GP for discussing your hearing problems. I really struggled to follow what you wrote with that annoying thoughts in the back.
My daughter decided to pop a big ass hole in my queen air mattress I had gorilla tape and thought that would work but it didn't seem to hold the air it did stay on tho very disappointed.
The glue and patch needs to MATCH the product so your boat doesn't sink when you are in the middle of a lake.
cant you just go ahead and fiberglass the bottom of the boat?
Could you help me about it? What’s your email?
You can e-mail questions to service@nrs.com.
which one can send me to the international space station if i sniff it?
could not watch it till the end the "music" was killing me
Ha! Sorry, John. To be fair, this video was filmed 7+ years ago. We have a lot of articles on different types of glues on our website if you'd prefer to read about the glue you need.
Too confusing.
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