How to DIY Waterproof Tape Your Seams

[@kevinthewanderingwoodchuck2586]

Thanks so much for this, I have an old backpacking tent from 1998. The seam tape is peeling away. I love this tent and don't want to retire it. Thanks to your video, I think I can give it new life. Thank you so much my friend. Best wishes.

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

it makes a difference on material. canvas ok but dont try on a nylon or or synthetic tent material it will likely melt hole in tent or ignite.

[@puffpuffmcloud]

Your explanation is great. I wanted to buy this stuff about a year ago, and put myself off it, because I wasn't sure of the instructions. You've cleared up all the doubts I had about doing this job. Cheers from Wales! Happy camping!

[@devonlindsley]

FYI you should only use parchment paper. If you use wax paper, it will melt! And likely ruin your iron and fabric. Otherwise this is helpful, thanks!

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

actually the wax will help seal depending on tent material. that another sealing method. melt parrafin wax in pan keep fluid and paint on seams with brush and let cool to set n seal

[@johnhealy9231]

Done a half of mine today, i removed all old loose tape first then ironed with the paper any bits that where left then put on the new tape ,(bits that where left on just melt in with new tape ) as Mike said pressure is needed for best results I used masking tape at each end to hold it in place as I got to ends just peeled it off and continued . Thank Mike . Just watch you don’t have plastic toggles under the bit your ironing.

[@bobwilson5325]

Thanks Mike, excellent tutorial. I've been wondering how they do this for years, but never realized you could buy the tape. Brilliant stuff thank you. GB.

[@sksupply]

One of my favorite aspects of camping all the way to prepping. Projects. Lots off projects and experementing. Looks like good tape. For repair I have found to love Sail Tape for ripped tarps, tents and water proof outer wear. Works very well. Have a great weekend.

[@malloot9224]

Just fixed my polycotton tent seems with this, ironed on the seams that got loose without baking paper worked fine for our iron but I can imagine it helping if your iron does not have a fancy non stick coating. So this works for repair as well

[@msbrownbeast]

Just a thought. Instead of using the tape, have you considered rubbing GOOP along the seams? GOOP stays permanently flexible and is completely waterproof.

[@Elfin4]

The issue I see here is that the tent is not being stressed like it would when it is pegged out with tight guy lines, so potentially those seals are going to be stressed and stretched once the tent is pegged out. I wonder if you could apply the tape when teh tend is erected and pegged out and use a hair dryer ? Also applying this on the inside does not seem like it will stand up to much water or moisture otherwise it would be applied on the outside.

[@elirobillard3451]

Any tips for working around the corners & edges? Straight runs are easy but using an iron on the transitions from the floor to the walls at the bathtub corners is a trick I haven't figured out. Heat gun?

[@elirobillard3451]

In the end I used silicon in the corners. Tenacious makes two that are easy to work with. There's just no way to do in a corner with an iron what the factory does flat before final stitch up.

[@nooboaim1031]

Is there anyway I can use hair dryer/blower for this? Just a noob question.

[@PinChE_LoCo]

Do you think this will work on a car soft top?

[@WayPointSurvival]

Very good review and application. Thanks for showing this to us.

[@kwangyi2134]

This video convinced me to try out this exact same product. Sticky ones (Coleman brand) don't seem to work at all, especially on the floor seam. How well does it hold after you actually applied the tape? Have you seen any sign of leak so far? Thanks,

[@Darignobullseye]

Thank you Very helpful. Exactly what I needed to know

[@BadgerBotherer1]

Can you do this on a Goretex jacket, where some of the original seam-sealing tape has come off or is in the process of peeling off?

[@malloot9224]

I just did this on a tent that had the same issue, large sections of tape got loose and caused leaks. I just reapplied the tape with this method and it worked perfectly, I'd say It will also work on your jacket.

[@BadgerBotherer1]

@@malloot9224 Thanks!

[@malloot9224]

@@BadgerBotherer1 let me know how it goes!

[@BadgerBotherer1]

@@malloot9224 I can't decide whether to go with this tape, which seems similar to the original tape that is peeling off my GoreTex jacket, or go with the T-2000X tape from the same company which is recommended for GoreTex. Trouble is, both tapes are quite expensive, and I don't want to buy the wrong one!?

[@malloot9224]

@@BadgerBotherer1 hey, is the original tape still intact but loose? I just reapplied the old one with this method. If not I'd buy the one recommended for gore, it has quite some Teflon in there so might need extra stick.

[@monzarace]

What about using this tape on a tent floor that is made of nylon with a pu coating on the downside, and taped sewings on the inner upper side, that have loosened? Cheers.

[@monzarace]

okay, so I'll answer it myself. Don't use too much heat and don't do it for long time, such as on canvas, which is more durable and heat resistant, than nylon. So, medium heat on the iron, and roll a piece of cloth to lay underneath and place the piece of fabric on top of that, and then add a piece of tape (or the old tape being reglued by heat), and then a piece of cloth over that, and then the iron on top. Move the iron slowly and possibly tip it a little bit front and back, to reach the edged better with heat. Remove iron, remove upper cloth and inspect for propper adhesion. If not enough let it cool off and then re-iron. Inspect again. Do NOT re-iron on an already heated up piece, as it can become too hot and melt the whole iron on the tent. So, let it cool down and repeat. Longer pieces of tape and be used, or better still, let the roll be one long strip (or cut a complete strip and work on that), as it will avoid a lot of assemblies of tape pieces for future waterproofness. Finally: Do NOT use any silicone product such as for example Fabsil, neither liquid or spray or anything else, on a nylon piece that has been PU treated and taped, as it WILL loosen the tape. If that is the case, remove old tape, clean properly and retape. This is usually the case of tent floors and lower sides. It is also worth mentioning, that the tape used here, is NOT as ready to glue, as the original tape. But it works, just needs a bit more heating time. But be careful! Cheers.

[@The-Grateful-Hippie]

I wonder if the heat sealed item will be washable after. I'm looking to make a waterproof cover for a blanket.

[@euerhenning5780]

Depends on the tape, the manufacturer normally gives information about the temperature to which it's washable.

[@clevelandexplorer2221]

Grand!! Thanks so much for sharing your experience

[@chillax141]

Amazing video. I found seam sealer from camping shops does not work. I shall invest in this 👍

[@MrKronen75]

Will a heat gun work in place of a iron ?

[@fahdboudhraa9356]

no,because u need some hard pression on the tape.

[@duseokchoi2312]

is it also airtight?

[@michaelsrowland]

What type of sewing seam did you use ?

[@blackrider8530]

Does the tape become hard or rubbery? Man thank you for you vid.

[@andylee100240]

Is it working? And h hi ow long does it last

[@AshBoo70]

good stuff Mike. God Bless yall from Mobile,AL

[@spencerdodds2207]

New to canvas?

[@verygood234]

Nice tutorial...what kind of paper is that again??? can I use an ordinary paper like newspaper?

[@CanItAlready]

Natural High He said parchment paper. It's usually used for baking and can found in the baking aisle of a grocery store. Packaging is similar to what's used for wax paper and aluminum foil.

[@verygood234]

Thank you CSharp.👍

[@EXQCmoi]

Probably does not work on polyester tents.

[@maxinpains6937]

Yes it does .

[@paulmcg8237]

Hotness, lol, sounds like something my 7 year old would say. Heat is the word you're after. Good video all the same. 👍

[@denverwood5290]

My same thoughts

[@LGSkywalker82]

Thanks Mike!

[@yunseiprod]

The instruction are probably made that way so people start too low and find out for themselves what setting will work. Better than starting too high right?

[@mystedavid]

Please don't do this on carpet. Use an old t shirt.. I just ruined my home carpet.

[@xixi3476]

How about, I dont know, ironing board? Lol

[@jordanezell5132]

Will this work for fake leather?

[@evespower1]

Umm can you use a blow dryer? And will it work on nylon?

[@maxinpains6937]

No . Dont do it .

[@fortyoneshades]

How do I iron my tent seams when it's set up?

[@dravenknight8404]

Would a heat gun work?

[@maxinpains6937]

No. don't do it .

[@effyleven]

@@maxinpains6937 You need pressure from an iron.

[@rose_274]

Thanks!👍😋

[@charleschi843]

"Hotness" or, "Heat"

[@gregstarr2954]

Oh man… you’ve been ripped! I got it less than 5bucks for 2 dude!! Same as product different price

[@gregstarr2954]

By the way… I noticed that the man ironing is a Chinese man! I dun think it’s you dude!

[@sm.sakil.bangla6120]

nice

[@user-yv8kd2jo2x]

Heat!

[@sajeevsoman7813]

❤️

[@itsgrape4691]

no way im doing that!

[@quintintarantino2485]

YOU SOUND EXACTLY LIKE Jamie from Joe Rogan’s podcast 😃

[@aze456qsdfgh8]

G

[@spb1179]

Don't let the water run through your tent on the ground xD

[@Roadghost88]

Just get a hot glue gun and small paint brush and put it on the seams. It's the same stuff.

[@zBMatt]

Duct tape is always the answer.

[@aze456qsdfgh8]

The word is HEAT not hotness.!!!!! How did you lot get to the moon?????