Want to learn how to patch an air mattress? Air mattress repair is easier than you think with just a little Seam Grip® by Gear Aid®. By following these simple directions, you can put an end to leaky air mattresses and sleeping pads.

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Learn how to patch an air mattress and put an end to
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Presented by Gerald Craft from Gear Aid®
How to Patch Your Air Mattress

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WHAT IS
THE BIG IDEA?
Use Seam Grip to
repair sleeping
pads and
inflatables
anywhere you go
“My sleeping pad deflated last night and my back is killing me”
Don’t let busted-up gear ruin your time outdoors

3. 5 MINUTE FACT
A 20/80 mix of liquid soap and water is ideal for locating bubbles and identifying leaks.
NUTS &
BOLTS
Locate the leak. Fill up the air mattress
or sleeping pad with air. Spray water on
a small section of the mattress or mat.
STEP 1

4. 5 MINUTE FACT
Still having trouble locating the leak? Try spraying around the valve, as this area is a common
source of leaks.
NUTS &
BOLTS
Look for any bubbles. If you see bubbles
rising from the sleeping pad or air mat
after applying the water, dry this area
and mark it with a pen or marker.
STEP 2

5. 5 MINUTE FACT
To deflate a self-inflating air mattress, open the nozzle and roll the mat towards the nozzle. Once it
is all rolled up, close the nozzle to prevent it from re-inflating.
NUTS &
BOLTS
STEP 3
Once you have identified the leaks,
deflate the sleeping pad or air mattress.

6. 5 MINUTE FACT
Isopropyl alcohol is a mild solvent that easily removes dirt, residue and body oils from fabrics and surfaces.
This dirt, oil and residue will prevent a solid bond, so cleaning with a mild solvent is important.
NUTS &
BOLTS
Clean the repair area with isopropyl
alcohol to remove any dirt or body oils
which may prevent a good bond.
STEP 4

7. 5 MINUTE FACT
Seam Grip is an award-winning seam sealer and repair adhesive that will typically outlast the life of
the material it is applied to. When making a home repair with Seam Grip, a patch is not required.
NUTS &
BOLTS
Once clean and dry, apply a thin layer of
Seam Grip® over the leak (extending at
least ½’’ in all directions of the rip, tear
or hole) and allow to dry flat and
untouched for 12 hours.
STEP 5

8. WHY IT
MATTERS
Being outside is far more enjoyable
when things work
Reusing outdoor gear and keeping it
out of landfills is important
So you can keep creating memories
with your gear
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5 MINUTE FACT #6
Gear Aid takes care of the gear that takes care of you.

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You!
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