Watching your air mattress deflate is the worst thing that can happen to you.patching over leaks and tears can save most mattresses.To get the patch to stick, you need to locate the leaks and clean the surrounding area.Duct tape can be used to seal the leak until you can glue on a stronger patch.After patching the holes, your air mattress will be comfortable to use.
Step 1: Look for a leak in the air mattress.
If you don't know where the hole is, inflate the air mattress.Stand the mattress against a wall and look for holes on the bottom or in the seams.To detect tiny leaks, listen for the sound of rushing air.
Step 2: If you can't locate the leak, use soap and water.
The liquid dish detergent should be put in a bowl of water.To spread the soapy water over the mattress, use a sponge.There will be bubbles from the leaking area.
Step 3: Use a permanent marker to mark the leak.
If you circle the leak with the marker, you can find it later.It's useful for tears and small holes.A piece of tape can be used to mark the leak.
Step 4: The air mattress needs to be deflated.
Let the air out of the plugs.Use your hands to push the air out of the mattress.The mattress should be on the ground.
Step 5: Ipsen alcohol is used to clean the leaking area.
The alcohol should be spread on a towel or cotton ball.Remove any debris by wiping the leak and fabric around it.Allow the mattress to dry completely.If you don't have alcohol, you can use liquid dish soap to wash the area.
Step 6: If you have a flocked mattress, sand the leak.
Sand around the leak.This is only needed for surfaces that are raised and soft like velvet.The owner's manual will tell you what mattress you have.Skip this step if you are still unsure.
Step 7: When you don't have plastic, make a patch out of clothing.
Ipsen alcohol should be used to clean the torn area.A patch can be cut from an old shirt.If possible, weigh the patch down with super glue for at least 6 hours.The patch will hold up until you can make more repairs, which is why it isn't as durable as plastic or rubber patches.
Step 8: The holes should be sealed with duct tape.
Put the tape over the hole after removing the damaged area.The mattress can be used for the night, but the tape will loosen over time.When you get the chance, replace it with a stronger patch.If you use tape, make sure you clean the tape off the mattress when you patch it.
Step 9: To seal small holes and tears, use a hot glue gun.
A glue gun can plug leaks, but be careful not to let the gun touch the mattress.Warm up the gun and hold the tip above the hole.Slowly move the gun over the hole.The tip of the glue gun can melt the mattress, so keep it away from it.
Step 10: There is a patch on the shower curtain.
If you have a repair kit, you can make a patch.An old bath curtain or pool liner is a great substitute.Use scissors to cut a bigger patch than you want to cover.This will make sure the patch stays in place.Wherever air mattresses are sold, repair kits can also be purchased.Bike tire patch kits can be used to repair air mattresses.They can be found at general stores and bike stores.
Step 11: Put rubber cement over the patch.
The rubber cement should be brushed over the back of the patch.Spread a layer over the leaking area.You can smooth the glue with a rubber glove if you want the patch to stay against the mattress.Other strong glues, such as super glue and contact cement, can also work.Air mattresses, pool floats, or whitewater rafts can be coated with glue that is specifically designed for them.Where these items are sold is where this glue can be found.
Step 12: Leave the patch for 6 hours.
Press the patch down on the leaking area until it is flat.The patch needs to be weighed with a heavy object.If possible, leave the patch there for 12 hours.If you don't have time to wait for the glue to dry, the patch may come off.If you can't cover the leak with duct tape, try something else.
Step 13: The mattress needs to be inflated to test it.
Put the mattress up to the pump.You should listen for any leaks.talcum powder can be put around the patch to test this.The air will blow off the powder if the mattress is still leaking.