Using non-cotton thread and taking a stitch or two might work, since the vinyl
is cloth backed. I'm not sure if I can get to the backside. I also remember
using Zap a Gap super glue on flyfishing line and will experiment with that
also. Part of the problem is that the new material is thicker and more
elastic than the old time thin "leather-cloth" from the '50s. Therfore it
does not want to lay flat when folded over. If the area didn't show, I'd use
a tack.
John
In a message dated 3/29/99 1:09:44 AM Eastern Standard Time,
TravelMW@ix.netcom.com writes:
> It may be worth a try, but the plasticizers in the vinyl usually inhibit a
> good
> bond, and super glues will not take any flexing on the bond line. Bonding
> the face
> of vinyl to itself is tricky. A hot melt that will bond to polypropylene
> will
> probably be your best shot. They are usually rubber based and will take a
> limited
> amount of stress. Is the fold blind where you could take a stitch in it
with
> a
> long needle and secure the thread in a hidden area? Or is it backed up by
> something where a well placed staple will hold it?
>
> Chris Rogers
> '64 and most of a '66B
>
> JohnOmg@aol.com wrote:
>
> > Has anyone had success using Super glue or equivalent to get upholstery
> vinyl
> > to permanently adhere to itself? Normal trim adhesive is not strong
> enough in
> > an intricate fold or corner tuck.
> >
> > John Olman
>
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