When your rubber boots get a hole in the side, would you just throw them away or rather learn to repair it using rubber glue instead? Although a new pair of boots is probably affordable for most of us, fixing the old gear would let us keep the boots longer and also bring us more satisfaction than simply grabbing a new pair from the store.
Repairing minor rips and tears is not as daunting as one might imagine. First of all, a tube of good quality rubber glue is essential. The capacity of 15 gram should be enough for most repair conditions.
How to repair rips and tears in rubber:
Locate and measure the tear area.
- Clean the tear area and keep it dry. Roughen the area with metal rasp or abrasive paper. The area roughened should be larger than the rubber patch you are to apply.
- Apply a thin layer of rubber glue on the tear area using a clean and dry tool, and spread it around the area. Wait at least 5 minutes for the glue to dry.
- Take the rubber patch and cut it into proper rounded size, which should be at least three times larger than the tear area.
- Peel off the backing and stick the rubber patch onto the tear area. Press firmly, starting from center and then all over the area. Make sure the patch is firmly attached.
Rubber glue is suitable for bonding and repairing all kinds of rubber products, including bicycle inner tube, fishing wader, rubber boat and rubber boots. Shin Dorn offers high strength rubber glue and rubber patches for easy repair. Custom specifications and private label packaging services are ideal for your target market! For further information, please contact Shin Dorn Today: Email Us!
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