At some point even the strongest tarps can become damaged and in order to prevent massive repairs it is very important to sort minor damage as soon as it is noticed.
Repairing small holes using glue for tarps will save you money in the long term, as it will prevent major damage to the tarp.
Tears or holes on the tarp up to between two inches and four inches in diameter can be repaired easily using some of the specialist glue.
The most common specialist glue that is available in the market place is HH 66.
This glue is prefect for doing repairs and it is very easy to apply and it dries very fast creating a strong bond.
There are a lot of truck stops and specialist shops that sell this glue and repair kits therefore there is really no reason for not repairing the tarp when it has minor damage.
The repair kits that are available within the market place usually include some glue and also a couple of yards of vinyl fabric.
When you are sorting the tarp it is a good idea to clean at least six inches all around the area that is going to be repaired.
It is best to clean it using a clean rag and water.
It is very important to avoid using any substance that could cause the area to be greasy or oily.
Once you have cleaned the area of the tarp leave it to dry completely in order to ensure that the glue will stick to the fabric.
It is best to cut a piece of fabric that is slightly bigger than the hole that you are repairing.
Lay the tarp out as flat as possible and apply a generous amount of glue to both pieces of fabric and then press the two area together for a few minutes it is a good idea to put a heavy object on top it for a few minutes.