A Simple Guide to Applying Self-Adhesive Velcro Tape

Applying self-adhesive VELCRO® Brand tape in the correct way is crucial for unlocking its full potential for strong, durable, and long-lasting bonds. Whether you’re working on a DIY project or finding innovative ways to fasten and organise, the proper application ensures that the tape adheres securely and performs as intended.

In this blog post, we will guide you through the simple steps for applying self-adhesive Velcro, ensuring you achieve maximum bonding power and avoid common mistakes that could affect the tape’s strength.

Step 1: Choose Your Velcro Tape

Select the appropriate VELCRO® Brand tape for your chosen application. Consider where you will fasten the item. While standard Self-Adhesive Velcro tape suffices for most everyday tasks in the home, Velcro acrylic adhesive tape may be required for commercial or outdoor applications. Alternatively, heavy-duty adhesive may be suitable if you are working with uneven surfaces.

Step 2: Clean The Surfaces

To ensure the Velcro adheres properly, start by cleaning the surface or object. Make sure it’s free of dirt and dust and is completely dry. For best results, apply rubbing alcohol or a mild cleaning solution to the area beforehand, then leave it to dry fully.

Step 3: Measure and Cut the Velcro Tape

Measure your Velcro tape against the object you wish to fasten and cut the strip to match the length. Remember to cut the hook tape and loop tape to the exact same measurements to ensure a secure attachment. Use sharp scissors to prevent the edges from fraying.

Step 4: Check Strip Lengths

Prepare all your strips and lay them over the back of the item you wish to fasten, checking all strips are the correct size and evenly spaced for optimal weight distribution. For an A4 picture frame, you might use two long strips for the longer sides and two short strips for the shorter sides. This ensures the adhesive fits the frame’s dimensions perfectly.

Step 5: Peel off the Backing

Carefully peel off the plastic backing off the strips. Take care to avoid touching the adhesive as this will reduce its sticking power.

Step 6: Apply The Strips

Line up the first strip, ensuring it is straight before securing it in place. Press down with your fingers to ensure the strip is firmly attached to the surface or object. Repeat this process with all the pieces of hook and loop tape on both surfaces, ensuring the tape is snug.

Step 8: Align the Hook and Loop Tape

Next, position the two surfaces so that the side with the loop is pressed against the other surface, ensuring the tape fits together properly.

Step 9: Wait 24 Hours

Once the strips have been adhered to their corresponding surface, you should wait 24 hours before attempting to attach the hook and loop fasteners, this ensures a strong and stable binding for maximum adhesion. After 24 hours, hook and loop fasteners can be connected and your fixture is complete!

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