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deck grip + adhesive tape

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Created by lukemin > 9 months ago, 23 Jan 2019
lukemin
WA, 66 posts
23 Jan 2019 3:03PM
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Hi all, was wondering if anyone has had experience with EVA deck grip that has a self adhesive type of tape fitted?they use it on boat decks etc. would like to know if it hangs on in the long run.
any advise appreciated.

Nozza
VIC, 2879 posts
23 Jan 2019 8:21PM
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If it is a pad with 3m adhesive backing, it will stick no worries (better get positioning right first time) and won't lift
I've stuck a couple down then had to lift sections and they don't want to come off.

colas
5364 posts
23 Jan 2019 5:22PM
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I guess it depends on the quality of the glue, but it should. I was using them on my prone shortboards (thin, 2mm) with no issue.

As for all pads:
- cut the outer edges at angle (45 degrees), it will avoid catching them with your body and unglue them
- clean perfectly the board surface before (e.g: solvent F, then alcohol). Never use acetone.
- be sure that the board surface is at least at 20C. Heat it in winter if needed.
- apply a lot of pressure, especially on the edge: use a hard cylinder: bottle, rolling pin, ..
- let it cure at least 12 hours before use.

lukemin
WA, 66 posts
24 Jan 2019 7:03PM
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Ok thanks for the replies, sounds like worth a try



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