10 Unique Ways to Use Fire Resistant Adhesive & Heavy Duty VELCRO® Brand
VELCRO® Brand is a household name as the most popular hook and loop fastener brand. It has wide applications across many fields, such as medicine and construction, and it’s also commonly found in our homes. VELCRO® Brand is an essential tool to have on hand to simplify DIY projects and as a practical solution to everyday problems when you’re in a pinch.
Read on to discover 10 unique ways to use fire-resistant adhesive and heavy-duty VELCRO® Brand tape in your home.
Flame Retardant Adhesive VELCRO® Brand products feature a special coating that is fire-resistant to withstand high temperatures and inhibit the spread of flames. The fire-resistant adhesive tape is a general-purpose rubber block polymer product, suitable for domestic and industrial applications to reduce fire risks. It adheres well to polyethylene and polypropylene and most other surfaces except vinyl, PVC, and products containing plasticizers.
Heavy Duty VELCRO® Brand, as the name suggests, is the strongest hook and loop fastener type. It has 50% better holding power than standard VELCRO® Brand products and can hold up to 450g per square inch up to 4.5kg, making it ideal for long-term applications. The tape performs best when secured to rough or uneven surfaces where a secure, semi-permanent fixture is desired.
Fastening Rugs
Rugs look great in our homes and can liven up any room, but they often slip around on wooden flooring. VELCRO® Brand is the solution that prevents any slipping incidents! Sticking the rug to the floor with a heavy-duty adhesive prevents any movement that might cause an accident.
Smoke Alarms
Flame Resistant VELCRO® Brand can be used to hang up smoke detectors in any part of the house, including the kitchen which frequently gets hot when the oven or stove is used. Flame retardant VELCRO® Brand ensures the smoke alarm stays firmly in place, can withstand high temperatures, and repels flames if a fire breaks out.
Child-Proofing
Young children have an inquisitive nature and explore their surroundings through touch and putting objects in their mouths. Once kids start crawling, having a child-proof house is essential to keep them safe. Using a heavy-duty adhesive is a great temporary measure if toddlers are in the house until you find a more permanent solution. Try wrapping VELCRO® Brand around the handles of any cupboards that contain sharp objects or medicines to stop children from getting into them.
Plant Ties
Plants are vulnerable to drooping if they’re top-heavy or are starting to lean to one side. Using VELCRO® Brand to tie the plant to a post can keep it straight, ensuring it’s well-supported to continue growing in the right direction. During the winter months, tying plants to a stake can also help protect them from the elements to stop the stems from bending or breaking.
Art and Picture Hanging
You may not always want to hang up a picture or painting using a nail that leaves holes in the wall, especially if you’re living in a short-term rental! In this case, a heavy-duty adhesive is a handy alternative. With its strong durability and easy removal, it works well as a temporary or permanent fixture.
Cable Organisation
Many devices have different charging cables, meaning you’re likely to have lots of cables stored in a box or cupboard somewhere in your home. Loose cables not only look untidy but can make it difficult to find the one you’re looking for. To better organise your cables, wrap your cables using VELCRO® Brand to tie each cable separately or group them as one to stop them from getting jumbled up.
Outdoor Furniture Attachments
If you have outdoor furniture in the garden, it might be worth securing any loose furnishings. Even during the summer, the weather changes rapidly and you don’t want your sofa cushions getting blown around and damaged! Securing the back of sofa cushions to the base of the furniture using VELCRO® Brand will ensure they stay in place all summer long.
Curtains
Unfortunately, not all curtains come with tie-backs to keep the curtains open. Simply wrapping a length of VELCRO® Brand around each curtain will keep them tucked away and looking neat. There’s no need to worry about using VELCRO® Brand on curtains near a radiator, Fire Resistant VELCRO® Brand products are heat resistant up to 215℃ and will not soften or melt.
Wardrobe Organisation
Most wardrobes are fitted with a rail and a few selves but aren’t equipped to store accessories like hats or bags. Heavy Duty VELCRO® Brand can secure hooks to the inside of your wardrobe to hang weighty or bulky items, minimising clutter and keeping your wardrobe tidy.
Hang Kitchen Tools
A creative way of using Fire Resistant VELCRO® Brand is to create a wall-mounted utensil holder for your kitchen. Hanging up tools will free up space on your worktop and organise your utensils, making them easier to reach while you’re cooking. Since kitchens have a greater fire risk due to open flames, opting for a product with fire-resistant adhesive can help inhibit fire from spreading.
MPD Hook & Loop
At MPD Hook & Loop, we’re a family-run business that was established in 1990 and remains the largest stockist of VELCRO® Brand products in the UK. We supply VELCRO® Brand in 25m rolls or by the case and offer in-house cutting services and conversion capabilities to create bespoke orders that meet your needs.
Need more information, advice, or samples? Give us a call at 01373 827111 or get in touch online!
