FAQ

The Type B green vinyl, yellow inflatable, and blue seat Tear-Aid kits all have the exact same product inside the box. The product is only packaged different for marketing purposes to help catch the customers eye for different application purposes. The only Type B kit that is different is the Type B orange underwater kit. The orange kit does not have the two alcohol prep pads that are provided in the other boxes. The alcohol pads are replaced with a squeegee to help apply the patch directly under the water to create a direct bond with no bubbles. This Type B underwater repair can only be applied to smooth vinyl surfaces. (Type A must always be applied dry.)

As manufacturers we only supply retail and distributor quantities. If you prefer to order online you will be able to find our product at Overtons.com, eBay, Amazon.com, and many other sites. If you prefer to get it fast you can find it at your nearby Dick’s Sporting Goods, West Marine, Bass Pro-Shops, Academy Sports, Ace Hardware, and many other stores. The Tear-Aid store locator on our website can help you find a store nearby.

Please let us know your location and question via our contact form and we will assist in finding an international supplier near you.

You may order by website, phone: 813-948-6898 or 800-937-3716, or email: sales@tear-aid.com.

You have a unique repair job because you have both vinyl and fabric in the same repair job.

You can repair it by:

First applying Tear-Aid Type B (which is for vinyl materials only) to the vinyl portion of the product that you would like to repair. Only stick the Type B to the vinyl side and not to the canvas side.

Next you take Tear-Aid Type A and overlap the applied Tear-Aid Type B with the Tear-Aid Type A and across to the canvas side to hold it all together.

Tear-Aid can fix inflatables, but will not repair seams. Air can leak under the patch though the seam itself.

Only Type B can be applied to a wet surface, but it is better if you can apply it dry. You will have to use a squeegee (provided in the orange underwater kit) to push all the water out from under the patch to create a direct bond with the surface. Type A must always be applied to a dry surface.

Do not use Type A on vinyl surfaces. Vinyl materials have oils that in time would cause the Type A adhesive to turn gooy and lift off the vinyl. Only use Type B on vinyl surfaces. The Type B adhesive was made specifically for vinyl.

It is very important to know what type of material you are repairing. If you do not know please contact the manufacturer of the product to find out.

You will have to hand wash the bag. Temperature is not a factor in regards to protecting the patch (it has a temperature range of -20°f to 160°f). Only wash over the polyurethane side and avoid getting the adhesive side wet. You cannot get the adhesive side of the patch wet or the patch can lift off. Avoid washing if possible. Fabric that is porus will absorb though the cloth and cause the patch to release. Wash the item with care not to soak the back side of the patch. If slight lifting occurs, let dry and the patch will reattach.

The larger sizes we have available are 1 1/4in. x 30ft rolls, 3in. x 30ft rolls, and 6in. x 30ft rolls.

If you would like to place an order, it is easiest for you to call our main office at 813-948-6898 and the girls will assist you.

If you prefer to order by email, you can place your order with sales@tear-aid.com or you can click here to order large rolls by website.

Yes, you can repair directly underwater with the Type B Tear-Aid. Type A must be applied dry. We sell a Type B underwater kit (orange kit) that comes with a squeegee which is used to push all of the water out from under the patch to create a direct bond to the surface with no water bubbles.

Yes, Tear-Aid will repair your inflatable slide. We sell 3in. X 5ft. rolls. Use Type B if your slide is a vinyl or vinyl coated material.

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