Regluing a pad onto an inflatable board

Follow our advice to reglue your pad and prevent further peeling.

The anti-slip material that covers part or all of your board's deck is known as a deck pad.

Sessions, friction when getting back on the board, repeated exposure to the sun, multiple roll-ups, and years of service can cause your pad to come loose.

It generally begins at one of the corners of the pad. If you spot peeling, intervene promptly before it spreads further—it's an extremely easy repair to make.

What you need: 

• Multi-purpose glue: We recommend a polymer-based adhesive such as PATEX EXTREME REPAIR, which is solvent-free, transparent, flexible, and resistant to temperature changes. If this brand is not available locally, you can use a high-quality multi-purpose polymer glue with similar properties. 
  
  

• Material:
• Sandpaper (250 grit)
• Wide masking tape
• Gloves
• Cloth
• Spatula or applicator
• Optional: A weight or shim to apply pressure on the re-glued area

Step-by-step repair guide:

1. Prepare the surface:

• Inflate your board to 15 PSI to ensure a firm surface.
• Carefully peel off the detached parts of the pad with your fingers.
• Clean the area to be reglueing thoroughly, ensuring it's dry, clean, and degreased.
• Lightly sand the surfaces to be glued with 250-grit sandpaper to improve adhesion.

2. Protect surrounding areas:

3. Apply the glue:

• Wear gloves to protect your hands.
• Using a spatula or applicator, spread a thin, even layer of glue on one of the surfaces (either the board or the bottom of the pad).
• Be careful not to apply too much glue to prevent excessive overflow.

4. Attach the pad:

• Press the pad firmly onto the board, making sure it is perfectly aligned.
• Apply even pressure to remove any excess glue (which should spill onto the masking tape).
• Use a spatula to remove any excess glue if needed, and wipe clean with a cloth.

5. Fix and let dry:

• Apply adhesive tape to keep the pad in place. Start from the pad and move outward to ensure even pressure against the board and avoid air bubbles.
• You can also place a weight on a wooden block on the pad to maintain pressure during the drying process.

6. Drying time:

• Let the glue cure for 2 hours before handling the board.
• The repair will be completely dry, and your board ready for use after 24 hours.

Important notes:

• Carry out the repair inside or in a shaded spot to prevent direct sunlight exposure during the entire procedure.