Velcro products are designed to be simple to use. For products such as Velcro tape or any Velcro product with an adhesive side, the application is as simple as removing the paper on the adhesive side and pressing the adhesive side-down on a clean surface. According to Velcro Brand Products , products with a general-purpose adhesive are best used on smooth surfaces, and they can be used indoors and outdoors unless the packaging states otherwise.
Give the adhesive 24 hours for it to reach its maximum strength. Before applying Velcro, ensure that the surface is clean and dry. Alcohol wipes are an effective way to clean the surface without leaving behind a residue. Velcro products with a heavy-duty adhesive are applied the same way. Determine which Velcro side has the adhesive, remove the paper and firmly press it to the wall.
These Velcro products can hold items heavier than a general-purpose adhesive. Depending on your project, you may want to go a different route entirely. The second variety of adhesive Velcro is the iron-on Velcro. This Velcro takes a bit more time to adhere but should last longer than sticky back Velcro. It is best for thicker fabrics that are unsuitable for the sticky back variety or are not easily sewn.
There is, of course, the fourth option of simply gluing on the Velcro yourself. The results will be similar to using iron-on Velcro. Additionally, once the sticky or iron-on velcro has dried in place, it too can be sewn on using a heavy needle for a more durable finish.
Do not sew on the sticky back or iron-on Velcro until it has set and dried. It is much thicker and harder to get a needle through. You will most likely break your needle, so use a heavier needle and a thimble. There are many projects involving Velcro and felt. Felt is a great fabric to use with Velcro because it is made of many tiny loops of fabric, allowing the hook side the rough side of Velcro to adhere easily.
Be aware though, the hooks can tear the felt loops and make the felt look scruffy. Of course, if you want to use the sticky back or iron-on varieties of Velcro with felt, you can do that too. It works with all types. For the most permanent solution, we recommend the traditional sew-on Velcro , but iron-on can usually get the job done too. If your project is more of a simple solution, like a temporary hem job, then sticky back Velcro is definitely the way to go.
There are many pros and cons to using Velcro on your projects, and while Velcro is probably the easiest option, it may not be the best. Namely, Velcro can get hooked on some fabrics and snag them.
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Related Articles. Article Summary. Method 1. Pull out loose lint and other matter caught in the Velcro with your fingers. Pinch any large pieces of matter that are caught in the Velcro between your fingernails and pull them out. Think of how you would clean out hair from a hairbrush, and do the same for the lint, hair, and other things that are caught in the Velcro.
Velcro tabs consist of two parts called a hook and loop fastener system. The rougher side is called the hook, and the softer side is called the loop.
The hook is generally the part that collects the debris because this is the part of the Velcro that grabs and sticks. It is possible that over time your Velcro will stop being sticky because the hooks get damaged. In this case, cleaning will only do so much and you may have to replace the Velcro if you cannot restore its grabbing power. Hold the Velcro steady with a hand. Use a pair of tweezers with your other hand to pluck out pieces of matter that are caught further down in the hooks of the Velcro.
Be careful not to grab and pull on the hooks with the tweezers. You might damage them and cause your Velcro to be less sticky. Slide the pointy end between the rows of hooks and underneath debris, then gently lift up to pull out the matter.
Work in the same direction as the rows of hooks are facing on the Velcro. You can use any small, thin, and needle-like object for this method. Just make sure that it is sturdy enough to pull out debris that might be really stuck in the Velcro without bending. Scrape debris out of the Velcro with a fine-toothed comb instead of a needle. Hold the Velcro flat and securely in place.
Brush the Velcro with a dry toothbrush after you pull out as much as you can. Brush the Velcro in 1 direction parallel to the rows of hooks to get out any remaining pieces of lint and other matter.
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