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How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie

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If your floatie is slowly deflating then you probably punctured it. This guide will help you repair the punctured area and get you back in the water.

Before using this guide, check the valve stem to insure it is securely closed and not the cause of the inflating. If it is not the case then proceed with this guide.

Step 4 requires you to use scissors so please be cautious when cutting the waterproof tape.

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    • If the punctured area is not obvious:

    • Spritz soapy water over different areas of the inflated floatie and press down on the floatie until you see air bubbles.

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  2. How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 2, afbeelding 1 van 2 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 2, afbeelding 2 van 2

    • Deflate the floatie by pinching the base of the valve stem and pressing down on the floatie to let the air out.

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  4. How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 3, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 3, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 3, afbeelding 3 van 3

    • Clean the punctured area with alcohol wipes in order to help the waterproof tape adhere better.

    • Wait for the alcohol to completely dry.

    • If you do not have alcohol wipes available feel free to use soap, water and a towel. Then let the area dry completely.

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  5. How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 4, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 4, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 4, afbeelding 3 van 3

    • Cut the waterproof tape two centimeters wider than the punctured area.

    • You can cut the waterproof tape in a circle or square; whichever you prefer.

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  6. How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 5, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 5, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 5, afbeelding 3 van 3

    • Peel off the backing of the waterproof tape and center it over the punctured area.

    • Make sure the area is flat that way the waterproof tape will have less air bubbles when applied.

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  7. How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 6, afbeelding 1 van 2 How to Repair a Hole in an Inflatable Floatie: stap 6, afbeelding 2 van 2

    • Press down firmly on the patch making sure no air bubbles are visible.

    • Leave it for about 30 minutes.

    • Inflate your floatie and enjoy the water!

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Conclusie

Enjoy your renewed floatie!

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