How to seal an air mattress with your own hands at home. How to seal an air mattress

Every owner of an inflatable product sooner or later faces a problem: how to seal a mattress. An air mattress is a very practical thing. Unfortunately, one of the significant disadvantages of inflatable products is the possibility of getting a puncture. With this damage, further operation is simply impossible, and sometimes even dangerous - when used on water. Even a very small puncture will result in you (or your guests) waking up in the middle of the night with a deflated bed. So, let’s discuss how and with what to seal the mattress so that it lasts for many more years.

Is it possible to repair a mattress yourself?

There are many reasons for punctures - a sharp pebble, a splinter, a thorn of a bush or tree, the claws and teeth of a pet. There is definitely no need to rush to throw away the product. Repairing an air mattress is common. Most often, patches and glue are used for this.

The repair process is often even easier than the process of detecting the puncture itself. If we are talking about a high double model, finding a small puncture is not an easy task.

Note! According to statistics, the most susceptible to damage are side seams. Second place in the ranking is occupied by the so-called bottom of the product. But before you start looking for a puncture, you should determine whether a damaged valve is causing the loss of pressure.

Puncture or hole detection

So, closer to the point - how to fix a mattress? As has already been noted, finding a puncture (especially visually) is not always as easy as it might seem at first glance. For effective detection, use one of the options described below.

Water

Using water, it is quite easy to detect a puncture. But there is a caveat - you will need a lot of water. If the mattress is large, applying this method in an apartment environment will be quite problematic.

It is much easier to detect a problem near a body of water. Place the mattress on the water. Have a few friends climb on top of it (so that it goes as far underwater as possible). Air bubbles will indicate the location of the damage. Taking advantage of the opportunity (the presence of a large amount of water), turn the mattress over and repeat the procedure (in case there is damage on the back side). In apartment conditions, the rubber product will have to be watered section by section until a puncture is detected.

Lather

Next effective method. Prepare a liquid soap solution, inflate the mattress and gradually soap the surface using a sponge. Inflating air bubbles will show where the puncture is. This method is also good because in the process of detecting a puncture, you will also wash the product.

In principle, damage can be detected using hearing. It is best to search for a puncture in a quiet, windless place. Inflate the product and listen to the characteristic hissing sound. The sound may increase if the mattress is poured with water.

Liquid filling

This method works, but is not recommended for use. Firstly, a product filled with water becomes very heavy, turning it over is quite difficult and inconvenient. Secondly, after the detection procedure is completed, drying the mattress from the inside will not be easy. If all this does not bother you, pour water with some soapy detergent inside. 3 liters of prepared liquid will be enough.

Starch or powder

Any fine powder will do. Sprinkle it over the mattress area by area. Where the powder begins to rise in a cloud is the puncture site.

Note! In some cases there may be several punctures. Therefore, after discovering the first puncture, continue to check the product to make sure there are no other damages.

Getting ready for renovation

After identifying all existing damage, mark them with a marker or outline them with dry soap. Before the beginning repair work dry the surface completely naturally(rubber products are not recommended to be dried near and especially on heating devices). Degrease the desired area (with alcohol, nail polish remover, gasoline, acetone).

Note! If a puncture is found on the flock side, the area around the damage must be cleaned. For this, it is best to use fine-grained sandpaper. Stripping the lint will allow the patch to better adhere to the surface of the mattress.

Algorithm of actions

In order not to miss anything, we will describe the algorithm of preparatory actions again.

Find the puncture(s) using one of the following methods and mark them.
Release all air from the mattress.
Dry the product naturally.
Clean the area around the damage (if necessary).
Clean the area thoroughly. Check that there are no small particles or lint left around the damaged area.
Prepare the area for gluing the patch - degrease.

Adhesive for mattress repair

When it comes to the question of what glue to use to glue an air mattress, it is better to choose a repair kit from the manufacturer. However, to seal a damaged mattress, you can use any glue designed to work with PVC and rubber products. As an option:

“Moment” is universal - it provides reliable bonding and dries within 24 hours.
“Desmokol” or similar polyurethane (quite often used for shoe repair).
Adhesives for PVC repair boats.
INTEX glue.

Special attention should be paid to the last option, especially if you are the owner of a product from this company. Glue from a global manufacturer, ideal for repairing inflatable products from INTEX. Typically, in addition to glue, the kit includes a vinyl film, a flock patch and instructions for performing the work. The set is simple and easy to use. Among other things, the patches come in a variety of colors.

Note! It is not recommended to use superglue or supermoment for repairs. These adhesives harden after drying. Over time, they begin to crumble, which can damage the mattress.

Preparing the patch

Do not use large patches. Optimal size- one and a half by one and a half centimeters. Before using the patch, it must be degreased. The rubber parts can be glued together only after the degreaser has completely dried.

How to patch an air mattress when you don’t have a professional repair kit at hand? In such a situation, you need to cut a patch from any suitable material. You can use flock rubber (from a children's toy) or a piece of vinyl (from an old air mattress). If you have a leaky bicycle inner tube in your shed or garage, cut a piece of it to the required size. It will act as a patch. To be safe, cut out the patches with a small margin around the edges (no more than 3 cm). Cut off any excess as you go.

How to apply a patch

The amount of glue used directly depends on its type. For example, “Moment” universal is applied quite thickly. "Desmokol", on the contrary, needs to be distributed in a thin layer. After application, the glue must be dried a little, but no more than 10 minutes (read the instructions). You can reduce the time using a hairdryer.

Press the prepared patch firmly and leave to dry under pressure. The “holding” time will vary depending on the type of glue. Usually - from 30 minutes to a day.

What if the problem is in the seam?

If the seam is damaged, there may be several options for solving the problem. If the puncture is very small, fill the puncture site with glue and leave until completely dry.

The second option is more troublesome, but at the same time more reliable. Pull the underside of the damaged area out through the valve. Then everything is as usual. Degrease, dry, apply glue, wait 10 minutes, press the patch to the puncture site, leave the product for 12 hours.

What if the damage occurred where a patch was previously glued? How to seal a hole in a mattress in this case? You should not delete the old one. During tearing, the hole may become larger. Instead, cover the problem area with a patch. bigger size, which will cover the old one with a margin.

To avoid the possibility of “picking up” the edges of the patch, they should be sanded using sandpaper. Then apply a thin layer of glue along the edge of the patch.

conclusions

Puncture of a mattress is not a reason to dispose of it. The algorithm of actions is as follows: find the damage, decide what to glue the air mattress with, carefully prepare the area and “patch it.” Professional repair kits from the manufacturer cope best with the task. If it is not possible to purchase such a kit, use it as glue for an air mattress universal options(for rubber and PVC), and the following are suitable as an improvised patch: an old children's toy, a ball, an unusable air mattress or a bicycle inner tube.

Video

Inflate the mattress, remove all sources of noise and listen carefully. Damage in the mattress can be indicated by a slight whistling sound. To be sure, the noisy part can be immersed in water: small bubbles will indicate the location of the puncture.

If the previous method did not help, it’s time to feel like a real barber. In a container, whisk water with detergent and use a brush to apply thick soap suds to the surface of the mattress. Foam will begin to bubble at the puncture sites.

Once you have found the damage, trace it with a pen or chalk so you don't lose it.

How to prepare the surface

Before you begin, release all the air from the mattress. Clean the area around the puncture from dust and dirt, degrease the surface with gasoline or alcohol. If you need to patch a velor or flock-covered mattress, it is important to remove lint using acetone or fine-grit sandpaper before applying the patch.

How to prepare a patch

Sometimes special repair kits are included with the mattress. If you don't have one, take pieces of thin rubber from a car inner tube repair kit or cut up a children's rubber toy. The patch should correspond to the size of the puncture with indentations of 2–3 cm and be oval or round shape. Before use, degrease its surface with gasoline or alcohol.

How to seal an air mattress

How to seal a hole in a mattress? Suitable glue for PVC, universal “Moment” or polyurethane shoe glue.

How to do it? We already have a mattress ready for repair and a grease-free patch cut to size. Now apply an even layer of glue to the mattress and patch, wait 5 minutes for the glue to set a little, and align them. For greater effect, you can put a load on the gluing site for a day.

What to do if you need to seal a mattress along the seams

If the mattress is torn at the seam, a patch placed on the outside may not help. In this case, it makes sense to seal the mattress from the inside. To do this, use your hands or a ruler to pull the damaged area through the valve hole. Then glue the patch (according to the instructions from the previous paragraph) to inside mattress. You can turn the mattress out and use it as usual within 24 hours after the glue has completely dried.

How to avoid new damage

To ensure that your repaired air mattress makes you happy for as long as possible, follow these simple rules.

Before placing the mattress on the floor, grass or sand, inspect the surface for sharp objects.
Do not play on the mattress with pets: they may puncture it with their claws or teeth.
Do not drag the mattress across the floor if people are lying on it: the seams may come apart.

An air mattress has one significant drawback - the product can be easily punctured or cut. This problem can be solved with a few tools and specially selected glue.

How to seal a velor mattress at home

To seal a velor mattress yourself, you need to prepare:

Solvent 647 or analogue acetone;
patch from PVC fabric;
Hair dryer;
Scissors;
Dull knife;
Hard roller;
Weight (for pressing down surfaces);
Glue brush;
Glue.

Not just any glue is suitable for sealing holes and seams. It is necessary to purchase an adhesive mixture designed specifically for rubber, PVC or polyurethane.

Glue Uranus. It is a synthetic rubber mixed with organic solvents. Firmly fixes rubber, PVC, polyurethane, plastic and other materials to any substrate. Can be used for both hot and cold gluing methods. Gives an elastic adhesive seam that is waterproof. Excellent for repairing rubber and fabric products.
Kleyberg Master Glue. Waterproof, transparent glue mixture. Used for gluing most different surfaces: rubber, PVC, polystyrene, metal, wood, ceramics, paper, fabric and other materials. Waterproof, maintains a strong connection even with temperature changes. Gives a transparent adhesive line and leaves no marks. Cost of a 30 ml tube: about 60 rubles.

Instructions for repairing holes and seams

A hole in an air mattress may appear on the velor side, and it often tears along the seam. First of all, it is very important to find the puncture.

This can be done in several ways:

Inflate the mattress and apply shaving foam to it - where there are holes, lather will bubble;
Immerse the inflated mattress in large capacity with water, if available (in regular bath it won't fit). Bubbles will come out of the punctured areas.

When did you find problem areas, then you can do it yourself seal the hole in the mattress on the velor side:

Spread the mattress well on a flat surface;
Before gluing the patch, remove lint from the punctured area and the area surrounding it, the diameter of a coin. This can be done with solvent 647 from a syringe without a needle. After a couple of minutes, the lint can be easily removed with a blunt knife;
Place PVC cloth over the hole;
Circle the area to be glued;
Using scissors, cut a piece of PVC fabric to the desired size. It is best that the patch is without sharp ends rounded shape. Its length should be 2-4 centimeters longer than the length of the puncture;
Squeeze glue onto the damaged area and patch. You don't need to apply a lot of it. The optimal quantity will ensure the most reliable fastening;
Spread the glue evenly over both surfaces to be glued with a brush;
Wait for the glue to dry;
After 10 minutes, do the same procedure and again let the glue dry for 5 minutes;
Then proceed directly to gluing. Heat the applied glue with a hairdryer, but do not overdo it so as not to melt it;
Place the patch on the velor side of the mattress so that no air voids form under it;
Press and roll the patch with a hard roller;
To allow the glue to dry completely, leave the mattress for a day. It can be folded in any place convenient for you, but do not allow it to bend in the place where the patch is glued.

VIDEO INSTRUCTION

Mattress repair is not limited to just sealing holes. If it is regularly inflated all the way, the seam may rupture.

Repairing a seam is more difficult than sealing a regular puncture.

Pull the damaged seam through the flap using your hands or a ruler;
Degrease and clean the punctured seam from dirt with alcohol or acetone;
Wait for the area to dry;
Apply a small amount of glue to the patch and damaged area;
Spread it evenly over the surfaces to be glued with a brush;
Press the surfaces tightly and fix them in this position with any heavy object for 10-12 hours, until the glue is completely dry;

If you want your air mattress to last a long time, you need to know how to use it correctly:

You can’t not only jump on inflatable velor mattresses, but you can’t even stand on them - this product is designed only for a person to lie in a horizontal position;
It is not recommended to allow pets near air mattresses. With their teeth and claws, they can easily make cuts and punctures on the surface of the mattress;
You should not inflate an air mattress often - this should be done no more than once every five days;
Once deflated, the mattress should be stored dry in a dark place.

Like these ones simple rules will help to avoid damage to the integrity of the mattress and you will not have to waste your time on sealing punctures and restoring seams.

An air mattress is a fairly durable thing, and by itself it is unlikely to begin to leak air. The most common reason, due to which the product fails, are sharp cat claws. But is it worth saying goodbye to your beloved cat because of this? Moreover, a damaged item can be easily repaired if you know how and with what to seal an air mattress.

How to find a puncture

Is it possible to seal an air mattress yourself? Undoubtedly.

For this you will need:

pump;
marker;
container with water (for the first method);
sponge and any foaming agent (for the second);
flour or starch (for the third method);
matches or lighter (for the fourth).

1st method: dipping

A reliable way to find the damaged area before sealing an air mattress at home is to immerse it in water. If the mattress is very small, a bowl of 10 - 20 liters will be enough, a larger item will have to be placed in the bathtub, but an “adult” full-fledged mattress will only fit in country pool or a small pond.

The product in which you need to find a hole is inflated with a pump and placed in a container of water. Next, carefully observe: air bubbles will be visible at the puncture site.

To detect a defect, there is no point in throwing a thing into a river or other body of water with a constant flow, because small air bubbles in such water are unlikely to be visible.

Having discovered a hole, it is immediately marked with a felt-tip pen. But do not rush and immediately remove the product from the water. Perhaps there is more than one puncture and there are tiny holes nearby, due to which a mattress, repaired in the most thorough manner, will still leak air.

Method 2: soaping

If the product is large and there is no pond or swimming pool nearby, you can use foam to find the puncture that is causing the air mattress to deflate.

To do this, take any detergent or laundry detergent and beat it into foam. Using a foam sponge, apply the resulting foam to the entire surface and record where air bubbles appear. On thick foam they will be easy to spot.

What if there are no bubbles? Then the puncture is on the other side, and you will have to repeat the soaping procedure all over again.

3rd method: powdering

In addition to the wet methods described above, there is also a dry method. It is used before sealing the air mattress on the velor side.

Soap solution foams very poorly on such a surface, and besides, wet furniture, even inflatable, is not the most pleasant thing in the house. Therefore, a completely dry mattress is powdered with starch, flour, ground mustard or other powdery substance. At the puncture site, the light powder will be blown away by the air escaping from the hole.

After all the punctures are found, the scattered flour from the surface is collected with a vacuum cleaner.

4th method: fire test

How to find a puncture in an air mattress this way? Very simple. All you need is matches or a lighter. You need to carefully monitor the flame: at the puncture site it will be slightly blown out by the air coming out of the hole.

5th method: pets

There is another proven way to find a puncture. If you have a cat in your house, then after you inflate the mattress, they will definitely find a hole from which air is blowing. And this will happen for several reasons:

Good hearing. Faint sound coming from the opening of the mattress is clearly audible to them.
Curiosity. Thanks to him, the pets begin to search.
Playfulness. After the discovery, they begin to play with a thin “trickle” of air.

This method is not fiction and it has happened more than once.

How to seal

After making sure that all damage has been detected, you can begin repairing the air mattress yourself. To do this, apply a patch or a special sticker to the puncture.

Side 1

Before sealing a hole in an air mattress on the smooth side, prepare:

glue;
patches;
fine sandpaper (sandpaper);
scissors;
degreasing liquid (solvent).

The area marked with a marker is cleaned with sandpaper and degreased with a solvent.

Cut out the patch of the required size, preferably without sharp corners, oval or round. The patch should be at least 3 centimeters larger than the cut on each side.

To repair the smooth side, use clear vinyl film.

After gluing, the product is not used for another day or two until the seam acquires the necessary strength. It is advisable to press down the gluing area with something heavy.

Under no circumstances should super glue be used to repair a PVC air mattress. The alpha-cyanoacrylic acid it contains will irreversibly damage the vinyl, and the item will simply have to be thrown away.

Side 2 (velor)

If the defect has formed on the flock-coated side, the soft pile (“velor”) is carefully sanded off with sandpaper or washed off with alcohol, otherwise the patch will not stick. Then proceed in the same way as when repairing the smooth side. Only a special patch is used - made of flock.

Unfortunately, it will not be possible to apply such a patch unnoticed. To avoid creating bald patches on the velor, you can try sealing the product from the inside. To do this, helping yourself with a ruler, pull the defective area towards the wide hole used for inflation. Glue the patch and wait 12 hours. After this, the product can be turned back inside out.

The advantage of this method is that the product can be repaired almost unnoticeably. And, in addition, the patch holds especially tightly because air presses on it from the inside.

And finally, the most difficult question: how to seal an air mattress along the seams. This worst option damage. In this case, it is unlikely that it will be possible to properly repair the item at home. It's better to find out where the repair shop is located air mattresses and turn to professionals. After all, they have not only experience, but also special equipment.

If you do carry out the repair yourself, turn the mattress inside out, degrease the damaged area with alcohol and attach a patch.

Advantages of INTEX glue

People often ask what glue to use to seal a PVC air mattress? By by and large, any one designed for gluing rubber or PVC products will do. You can use desmocoll, an adhesive for repairing air mattresses that contains natural rubber.

The reliability of the connection will increase significantly if you use a certain technology. To do this, apply desmokol to the parts to be glued, wait until the glue dries, after which the dried layer is heated with a hot hairdryer and both parts are pressed firmly.

But it is logical to assume that best glue for intex mattresses, the one that is produced under the same name, that is, the proprietary adhesive of the INTEX company. The repair kit includes several types of patches and the glue itself.

Those who have already tried intex glue in practice claim that it reliably glues not only mattresses, but even inflated swimming pools. The patches last for several seasons.

An air mattress can be successfully used both as a bed and as a watercraft. And for it to serve for a long time, you need to fulfill only two conditions - dry it well before storing and protect it from sharp objects.

You shouldn't inflate it too much. In order not to “overdo it”, it is better not to use powerful car pumps and compressors.

Release the air gradually. If you press hard on the surface to speed up the process, you can damage the seams.

Clean such products with a solution of neutral soap or shampoo. How less chemicals- all the better. It is also better not to use abrasive powders.

In case of a cut or rupture, of course, you can seal the mattress yourself, but if the damage is large (more than a centimeter), it is better to contact a specialized workshop to repair it. Professional help will also be needed if the mattress has been damaged by dog teeth or claws.

The technician will not only repair the ruptures, but also completely replace the damaged parts, if necessary.

An air mattress is a comfortable thing, but fragile. One morning you or your guests risk waking up on the floor - the mattress is punctured and deflated. Of course, it is better to contact specialists. But the prices for their services are steep. Maybe it’s easier to just buy a new one? Or will we still try to fix it ourselves? It is not difficult to seal it, but you need to know how to find and how to seal an air mattress at home, what glue is suitable for these purposes and what to make a patch from.

It would seem that such a device has all the advantages: there is somewhere to put guests, it will allow you to sleep in comfort while on a hike, and swimming on it is a pleasure. And most importantly, when deflated it takes up very little space. But it is also easy to damage it without even noticing it. It is enough to inflate the mattress too much, place it in the sun or on the ground in the forest where dry grass sticks out. And if a pet takes a fancy to it, a puncture is definitely inevitable. Deflates anti-decubitus mattress? How to find a hole? How to seal a hole in an air mattress quickly, efficiently and without extra costs?

How to look for a hole

How to find a hole in air bed or mattress? First you need to find a hole in the air mattress. It is difficult to do this with the naked eye. Especially when it's in a deflated state. Inflate the product until it rings and check the most common areas of damage.

Bottom. Here, any hard object on the surface where we place the mattress can make a hole: a stone, dry grass, a nail head on the floor.
Upper side. Here we can pierce the mattress with clothing accessories, a hair clip or an earring. Pet claws are also a common cause.
Seams.
Mattresses tear at the seams because they are inflated too much, from sudden landings or children's games with jumping.
Valve. Dust, hair and other debris may get into the mechanism. The tightness is broken and the valve begins to leak air. Connections with partitions.
The reason why they tear is an increase in pressure inside the mattress and an uneven load on the surface. And this happens again when the product is heavily inflated or suddenly flopped with all its weight. This “sore” is especially common in models with partition-cup holders.

Folds. When a mattress is stored folded for a long time, it is at the bend that the material loses its elasticity and a hole may subsequently appear. Carefully inspect every millimeter of the surface. If there are relatively large damages, you will easily detect them. And to find

small punctures

, there are the following methods.
Aurally
Inflate the mattress tightly.
Make it as quiet as possible.
Bring your ear close to the surface and listen. A slight hiss will indicate the puncture site.

Examine the entire area of the mattress in this way.

Listen to the valve separately; it can also “poison” air.

You can “feel” the device not only by hearing. Bring your cheek or lips to the mattress and feel a stream of air from the hole, if there is one. Or you can wet your hand up to the elbow and move it close to the surface.
Using water
Inflate the mattress.

Place it under water. Air bubbles will come out of the cut.

Inspect the product from all sides.

In the absence of open water, you can try to lower the product into a regular bath. But practice shows that even a single mattress does not fit completely into it. And if you immerse it in parts, the middle will still remain untested.
Soapy solution
Inflate the product.
Lather the solution with a sponge.

Apply foam to the area to be examined. If there is a hole, bubbles will blow out of it. Treat the entire surface this way. For the foam solution, you can use shampoo, washing powder- rough particles will scratch the surface and cause new holes to appear.

Shaving foam

, there are the following methods.
Pour shaving foam under the valve.
Bubbles will appear in areas of damage.

Starch

, there are the following methods.
Sprinkle the surface with starch. A “cloud” will appear at the puncture site.
Treat the entire area in this manner.
Vacuum the mattress.

This method allows you to find a puncture without water, which reduces repair time, because the mattress does not need to be dried. Instead of starch, you can powder the product with flour, baby powder or any other “flying” powder.

Cling film

You can “feel” the device not only by hearing. Bring your cheek or lips to the mattress and feel a stream of air from the hole, if there is one. Or you can wet your hand up to the elbow and move it close to the surface.
Moisten the surface with a spray bottle.
Cover the area with cling film.
At puncture sites, air will accumulate under the film.

Keep in mind that there can be many holes. And in order not to lose the puncture site, immediately mark it with a pen, pencil or felt-tip pen.

What you will need

It’s good if you still have the “original” repair kit that comes with the mattress. No? You'll have to use improvised means. To properly repair an air mattress, you need to choose the right glue and patch material.

Glue

It's better to use one of polyurethane adhesives, they are specially designed for PVC surfaces:

"Moment Crystal";
"Uran" for rubber boats;
shoe glue, for example, Desmokol;
any glue for rubber;
glue from Intex (a company that produces inflatable pools, boats, mattresses and furniture).

If you use an air mattress for swimming, then it is better to seal it with “original” glue or a compound for rubber boats.

Patch material

What material is better to seal an air mattress with? Suitable:

rubber from a tire repair kit;
old tire;
inflatable toy;
rubber swimming cap;
unusable air mattress.

Cut the patch in a round shape, that is, without sharp corners. The size should be made such that the edges of the patch extend beyond the damage by 2-3 cm on each side. The larger it is, the stronger it will hold.

How to prepare surfaces

Before starting work, you need to deflate and thoroughly dry the product if you used water when searching for punctures. Then you need to properly prepare the damage site and the patch. The type of surface matters here.

To seal an air mattress on the smooth side, you need to degrease the rubber surface and patch with acetone, gasoline, white spirit or alcohol. Nail polish remover will also work. Then you need to clean the parts with fine-grained sandpaper, preferably zero sandpaper. This is done to make the grip as strong as possible.

To properly seal the velor side of an air mattress, you need to remove the fleecy covering. This is easy to do: wipe the area with a cotton pad soaked in acetone or alcohol, and after drying, remove the lint with the blunt side of a knife or, for example, a screwdriver. But you need to act carefully so as not to make new holes. Then the surfaces to be glued are degreased and sanded with zero sandpaper.

Ways to seal an air mattress with a repair kit...

Typically, mattresses are supplied with a repair kit from the manufacturer. It includes special glue, vinyl for patches and brief instructions by application. On average, there is enough material for two or three holes. If the patch is finished, but the glue remains, do not throw it away, because it can be stored for about two years and will probably still be useful.

And the instructions for use require four steps.

A thin layer of glue should be applied to the previously prepared surfaces of the mattress and patches.
Combine the details.
Press firmly. 20-30 seconds is enough.
Keep under pressure for at least four to five hours.

...and other means

And you can do without a repair kit. Once you have identified the hole, found the appropriate glue and patch, and prepared the surfaces, you can begin the repair.

On the tube of any glue it is written how to use it correctly. If you do not have the opportunity to read the instructions, for example, the tube is very wrinkled or the paint has worn off in places, then the following table will help you figure it out.

Table - Instructions for use various types glue

Name	How to use it correctly
"Moment Crystal"	- Spread a thin layer on the prepared surfaces; - let dry for 10 minutes; - combine parts; - squeeze tightly for about 10-20 seconds; - can be used within a day
"Uranus"	- Spread thinly on both surfaces; - dry the glue for 1-2 minutes; - press the parts tightly; - apply the press for 5-6 hours; - the mattress can be inflated after 24 hours
"Uranus"	- Apply glue thinly to the parts; - let dry for no more than 2 minutes; - warm the surfaces with a hairdryer for 3 minutes; - press firmly on the parts to be glued for 1 minute; - the product can be used after 4 hours
"Desmokol"	- Apply a thin layer on both surfaces; - dry the glue for 10 minutes; - reapply glue; - dry for another 25-45 minutes; - warm up the parts with a hairdryer for 2-3 minutes; - press firmly for 20 seconds; - the product can be inflated after 2 days
"Rubber"	- Spread the glue evenly on the surface; - stand for 15 minutes; - combine parts; - squeeze tightly for 20 seconds; - place under a press for a day

Be careful: any polyurethane glue contains aggressive substances. Work in a well-ventilated area and wear rubber gloves.

If the seam comes apart

Peculiarities. A patch placed at the junction of the top of the mattress and the bottom may turn out to be unreliable even if all gluing rules are followed. Here you will have to get smart and pull the puncture site out through the valve.

What you will need:

PVC glue;
patch.

Your actions

Unscrew the valve.
Draw the damaged area into the valve hole using, for example, a thick marker or a plastic ruler.
Degrease and clean both surfaces.
Then proceed according to the instructions for using the glue.

The advantage of this method is that the patch is additionally pressed from the inside with air, which greatly increases the reliability of gluing.

Method without glue

Peculiarities. If you don't have it on hand suitable materials, there is a way
fix the mattress without glue or patches at all.

What you will need:

iron;
paper;
smooth wooden surface.

Your actions

Pull out the damaged area through the valve hole.
Clean from dirt and dust.
Align the edges of the tear and place on a wooden backing.
Cover the soldering area with paper.
Iron with a heated iron.
Wait until the paper and the gluing area have cooled down.
Carefully remove the paper.
Screw on the valve.

This method allows you to deal with a tear in literally five minutes, but here it is important to use the iron carefully, without touching entire areas. Otherwise, you can burn the mattress in new places.

Superglue method

Peculiarities. This method is the simplest and fastest of those proposed. But you need to understand that superglue results in a fragile connection, like thin glass. This composition is non-waterproof and inelastic. That is, it can burst at any moment. But as an emergency measure, for example, on a hike, it is quite suitable.

What you will need:

Super glue;
paper tape.

Your actions

Inflate the mattress.
Dry.
Clean and degrease the damaged surface.
Apply a small amount of superglue.
Apply a patch of electrical tape of the required size.
Quickly rub the edges and press the patch firmly.
Let the glue dry.
The product is ready for use.

If there is no electrical tape, then you can do without it. In this case, you need to deflate the mattress and drop one or two drops of superglue onto the puncture (but no more) and let the composition dry. This method is suitable for minor damage such as pet claw marks or dry grass.

Method with “Liquid Patch”

Peculiarities. There is another method to quickly and easily fix an air mattress without a patch. For it you will need a composition called “Liquid Patch”. Glue has many color solutions, there's even a shade called Intex. That is, designed specifically for inflatable products of this manufacturer. Holes up to 3 cm do not require additional fastening methods. And cuts above this size will need to be sewn with regular thread.

What you need:

tube of Liquid Latka.

Your actions

Spread the damaged area on a flat surface.
Clean from dust and dirt.
Thoroughly degrease the surface with alcohol or solvent.
Shake the tube of glue vigorously.
Apply to the damage, extending 2-3 cm beyond the edges.
Leave for seven to ten minutes.
Apply a second layer of Liquid Patch.
The product can be inflated within a day.

Liquid Patch bonding is as strong as an undamaged surface. Once you spend on this product, you will provide your mattress with long years life.

If the valve leaks

Peculiarities. The culprit of a “leak” is not always a rubber sheet or a torn seam. Pressure may drop due to a leaky valve. But this trouble can also be eliminated with your own hands.

What you will need:

fine-grained sandpaper;
lubricant

Your actions

Unscrew the valve.
Clean the grooves from dust and debris.
Remove the rubber gasket.
Clean the valve end and gasket with sandpaper.
Lubricate the valve.
Screw the structure into place.
Inflate the mattress.
Apply soap solution to the valve.
If no bubbles appear, the mattress is ready for use.

If after all the manipulations the valve continues to let air through, it means that the failure is more extensive and the part needs to be replaced completely. Contact a specialist store for a new valve.

How to avoid new damage

After successful repair mattress, it is important to take into account past mistakes and prevent the appearance of new punctures and cuts. And to do this you need to follow simple operating rules.

Watch where you put the mattress. Remove all debris, sharp objects, and stones. If necessary, place under the mattress thick fabric, blanket or blanket.
Do not inflate the mattress too tightly. In the “ready” state it should remain soft and pliable.
Keep pets away from the product. Even by simply jumping onto the mattress, animals can puncture the surface with their claws.
Do not move the inflated mattress. Especially if someone is already lying on it. This is how partitions and seams are torn.
Do not sit up suddenly or jump on the mattress. These actions can also lead to rupture of seams and joints of partitions.
Lower the product slowly. Allow the mattress to deflate on its own; excessive pressure can tear the partitions.
Wash the product with a mild soap solution. The less aggressive “chemistry” you use, the longer the mattress material will retain its elasticity.
Before folding the device, dry it. Remaining moisture contributes to the growth of mold and cracking of the product material.

So, is your air mattress or circle deflating? Conclusion: it is quite possible to repair an air mattress or circle with your own hands. But if the above methods did not help or the damage exceeds 3-5 cm in size, it is better to contact a specialist: service centers may be located in stores specializing in the sale of household and leisure goods. Perhaps they can even help in a shoe workshop.