Save yourself time and money by fixing old tarps instead of
replacing them with costly brand-new ones. You can restore ripped tarps quickly
and easily with these tarp repair tips.
1. Assess the damage — Be sure to meticulously observe the
problem. If you can identify stress-point damage, you’ll want to patch or sew
the tear. For ripped grommets, you’ll need a grommet repair kit.
2. Use tape — Poly tarp
repair tape is an excellent option for quickly patching up rips and small
holes on your polyethylene tarp. This is strong, flexible tape that’s designed
to rejoin the material and restore its water-resistance and strength.
3. Sew it up — Canvas tarps can be repaired the
old-fashioned way, with a simple patch, needle and thread. There are also great
canvas tarp repair kits that include everything you need for quick patching.
4. Go for glue — Tarp adhesives and glues are generally
recommended for repairing vinyl tarps because they offer exceptional bond
strength and fast, easy application. They also come in a variety of colors to
match your tarp.
I definitely agree, taking the time to assess the damage is an absolute must before you make any decision to repair the tarp. If it's only minor damage then using tape or glue might be the best way to fix it up. However, if the damage is intensive, and almost seems unrecoverable, it might help to have a professional assess the damage and see if they can't get it repaired. http://www.totalcanvas.com.au/repairs
ReplyDeleteI am happy to have found this article about tarp repair. I like the different options mentioned and think that sewing the rip sounds very effective. It is good to know that there are even canvas tarp repair kits with all needed materials. Something to consider would be to find one of these kits for a price within your budget. http://glidersystemsinc.com/index.html
ReplyDeleteAll you need to do is to apply a repair patch to the tear. I suggest that you use the repair tape brand called "fixmytear" since it is super strong and lasts a long time. Cheaper than paying for it to be sewn back together professionally when more tears will eventually pop up anyway. Good luck.
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Nice to see you site.I can try out with my old tarpaulin.
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