Best glue for attaching a small velcro strip to canvas

Tojo72

CA or some kind of super glue ??

 

Don't think CA will work bonding fabric to fabric.

3M 1300L contact adhesive.  We use that for bonding Velcro to the under-sides of carpeting in some of our older aircraft where the Velcro strips are finally starting to separate from the carpeting.  You just put a thin layer on both pieces, wait about 5 minutes, and then press them together.  

I all look into that one Eagle.  

Might check with a local fabric store for recommendations, if you can't source a small enough quantity of the 3M.

goldhammer

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Interesting how weird this system is. I used the quote feature in GH post and got that. Yesterday the site was kicking me out when I changed pages.

Lol, keeps us awake and on our toes.

Most fabric stores have velcro strips in various widths that already have adhesive backing. I'm assuming he wants to put patches on his cooler cover for decoration .  .  .

Oops, dup!

HooYah Deep Sea

Most fabric stores have velcro strips in various widths that already have adhesive backing. I'm assuming he wants to put patches on his cooler cover for decoration .  .  . , I do it all the time.

 

That's exactly what he wants to do. He has a subdued US flag and wants to attach to his work cooler. 

Found it a couple of miles down the road. Had no clue this was available. Will be getting it tomorrow so thanks!

Just keep in mind that the adhesive on the self-adhesive Velcro is like any other self-adhesive product, in that it requires a smooth, clean surface to bond to.

Eaglecash867

Just keep in mind that the adhesive on the self-adhesive Velcro is like any other self-adhesive product, in that it requires a smooth, clean surface to bond to.

 

This one says for fabric application:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/VELCRO-Brand-24-in-x-3-4-in-Sticky-Back-for-Fabrics-Tape-Black-91878/205185864

plasticjunkie

 This one says for fabric application:

 

https://www.homedepot.com/p/VELCRO-Brand-24-in-x-3-4-in-Sticky-Back-for-Fabrics-Tape-Black-91878/205185864

 

Cool!  Hadn't seen that kind yet.  Hope it works for you.  The self-adhesive stuff I have used so far often has the problem of the Velcro being stronger than the self-adhesive.  That was a long time ago though.  

This is a good use for white glue (Elmers, etc).  White glue works well on porous surfaces.

Don Stauffer

This is a good use for white glue (Elmers, etc).  White glue works well on porous surfaces.

 

 

Thanks Don, that's another possibility. Was thinking of using Aleene's white tacky glue which is pretty good too. Thanks all for the suggestions.

Don Stauffer

This is a good use for white glue (Elmers, etc).  White glue works well on porous surfaces.

 

 

Thanks Don, that's another possibility. Tought of using Aleene's white tacky glue which is pretty good too. Thanks all for the suggestions.

My wife is a seamstress and makes slipcovers, draperies, pillow covers, boat covers and almost anything else you can think of. She uses all kinds of velcro on all kinds of material. There is a small shelf next to her workbench with all different types of Aleene's glues. I sneak down and steal some in a small jar for mounting canopies and installing windows and portholes.

Jim  

Stay Safe.

white glue most likely will come apart if it gets wet unless is exterior glue. could try exterior use carpenter's glue.

I looked in my tool cabinet and just hapenned to have Velcro Brand with the sticky back. I applied it to the cooler and seems to be sticking on solid. Let's see how long it stay there.

fox

My wife is a seamstress and makes slipcovers, draperies, pillow covers, boat covers and almost anything else you can think of. She uses all kinds of velcro on all kinds of material. There is a small shelf next to her workbench with all different types of Aleene's glues. I sneak down and steal some in a small jar for mounting canopies and installing windows and portholes.

Jim  

Stay Safe.

 

Jim I use Aleene's to attach some pe and canopies and the stuff is great.

Go Lateral... get Decals/Stickers instead, problem solved!

For this soft side cooler, the self-adhesive velcro should work fine. It's not like he is going to be taking the patch off a lot so there is minimal abuse to the adhesion. And if the patch needs to come off; as long as he has hold on the lower velcro piece, he can pull the patch off without an issue.

I know this because I have several patches on my tactical gear, and a couple are attached this way, and I have yet to have one peel off.

HooYah Deep Sea

For this soft side cooler, the self-adhesive velcro should work fine. It's not like he is going to be taking the patch off a lot so there is minimal abuse to the adhesion. And if the patch needs to come off; as long as he has hold on the lower velcro piece, he can pull the patch off without an issue.

I know this because I have several patches on my tactical gear, and a couple are attached this way, and I have yet to have one peel off.

 

Yes the patch will not be removed at all. So far it’s holding really solid.

plasticjunkie

 

Tojo72

CA or some kind of super glue ?? 

Don't think CA will work bonding fabric to fabric.

the Baron

 

 

plasticjunkie

 

Tojo72

CA or some kind of super glue ?? 

Don't think CA will work bonding fabric to fabric.

 

 

 

 

It will; the glue will penetrate the weave of the fabric.  But it's probably not strong enough for this application.  It'd eventually tear or break under repeated stress of opening.

 

I like the contact adhesive idea.

 

You're right there.  Spilled a bottle of thin on pants leg.  Was heavy denim/canvas type material.  Thought my leg was going to burst into flames, wherever the CA hit fabric it soaked through, and when dry it broke the threads like they were ice.  Absolutely no give or flex.

Well I’m very happy to report that the Velcro with the adhesive backing I used is working out having a super strong bond on the cooler’s fabric cover. 

See, us old Navy pukes ain't so dumb after all !!!

Glad we (collectively) found a remedy for the situation, but that's what friends are for.

HooYah Deep Sea

See, us old Navy pukes ain't so dumb after all !!!

Glad we (collectively) found a remedy for the situation, but that's what friends are for.

Yes thanks for all the input!!