FAQ's
Squeeze Speed-Sew onto a dish or hard surface. Spread using a toothpick or finger. For thicker material, apply to both surfaces. Press the two surfaces together. Hold or clamp firmly until dry.
Note: Avoid iron-on patches and squeezing glue directly onto fabric. Spot test when used on sheer or light fabrics.
Speed-Sew, like most glues, is not intended to be removed once applied. The best way to remove Speed-Sew is with water before it dries.
We’ve heard using perchloroethylene works to remove Speed-Sew. Perchloroethylene is normally obtained through your local dry cleaner. It’s not something you can buy because it is very toxic.
To apply a patch, cut a piece of fabric larger than the hole and lay it on the underside of your garment. Apply Speed-Sew around the outside of the hole and on the back of the patch. Place the patch over the hole and press firmly, then let it dry for at least 30 minutes to ensure the glue has enough time to fully dry.
Speed-Sew can bond to the back side (soft inside) of leather.
Note: Speed Sew cannot bond to the outside (smooth side) of leather material as there are no pores that the fabric glue can adhere to.
Speed-Sew’s dry time depends on how much glue is applied. The thicker the application of Speed-Sew the longer it takes to dry.
For a thicker application, allow Speed Sew to dry for an hour or two, and for a thinner application Speed Sew should be dry within 30 minutes.
Yes, Speed Sew is latex-based.
Speed Sew should be kept in temperatures above 0 °C or 32 °F
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