SOFT PLASTICS ADHESIVE
Repair glue for soft plastic materials
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Product overview
Bostik Soft Plastics is an ultra strong, quick drying, water resistant, clear adhesive that's perfect for making flexible repairs to things like inflatables, plastic raincoats, and tents.
- Formulated to work on soft plastics
- Provides a flexible bond
- Ultra strong and quick drying
- Water resistant
- Comes with a PVC repair patch
Bostik Soft Plastics is suitable for bonding:
- Flexible PVC
- Polyurethane
- Natural and sulfochlorinated rubbers
After something for hard plastic? Try Bostik Hard Plastics
Downloads & resources
Bostik DIY Singapore Repair Soft Plastics Technical Data Sheet (496.78 KB)
Bostik DIY Singapore Repair Soft Plastics Safety Data Sheet (369.02 KB)
How to use
Ensure that surfaces to be bonded are clean and dry. For best results do not use below 15°C.
Lightly abrade very smooth shiny surfaces using fine sandpaper, taking care not to damage any areas that will
be visible after bonding.
If using on rubber products, lightly roughen the surface to be repaired using a fine grade sandpaper.
Application
- Always open and use adhesive products over a protected surface.
- If required use a piece of the PVC patch provided.
- Spread an even film of adhesive onto both surfaces.
- Leave until almost dry (about 5 to 10 minutes).
- Press both surfaces together firmly until bonded.
- Replace cap immediately after use, to prevent the adhesive becoming unusable.
- Maximum bond strength is developed after approximately 48 hours.
Cleaning
- Always test sensitive surfaces before applying solvent cleaners.
- Clean greasy, waxy or oily surfaces with fresh acetone, twice to remove residues left by the first cleaning.
- Wet or dry adhesive can be removed with acetone.
FAQs
How do I choose the right adhesive?
If you're unsure which adhesive to use, try the Bostik Glue Guide.
The Bostik Glue Guide helps you identify the most suitable adhesive based on the materials you want to bond and the type of project you are working on. Whether you're repairing, crafting or completing a DIY project, it can help you choose the right product.
How do I prepare surfaces for gluing?
Before applying adhesive, ensure both surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust, grease, oil, rust and loose material.
Removing contaminants and old residues helps the adhesive bond more effectively and can improve the strength and durability of the finished bond.
What does the term 'viscosity' mean?
Viscosity is the measure of a fluid's resistance to flow. The higher the viscosity of a liquid, the thicker it is and the greater the resistance to flow.
Glue can be various measures of viscosity, with each measure having it's own benefits based on the application required. Low viscosity glue will spread easily, whereas high viscosity glue is ideal for vertical surfaces or areas that need a concentrated application.
What is the shelf life of the adhesive I have bought and where can I store it?
The shelf life of adhesives varies from product to product, but typically ranges between one and two years from the date of manufacture when unopened and stored correctly in dry conditions - usually between +5°C and +25°C. Once opened, the life of the product will be more limited – this is dictated by variables including the type of adhesive, how it is stored, and how much adhesive is left unused. For more information, refer to the product’s Technical Data Sheet.
Stuck on what glue to use?
Use this guide to find out what product to use for your job.
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