I have a small tear in the vinyl armrest of my SUV

Question

The tear is about 14/ inch square. Which is the best way to repair it? Thanks in advance for your answers.

Answer 1

your best bet is get a patch kit or get a cover for entire seat with arm rest. if you go with entire seat cover then duct tape tear before covering it up

Answer 2

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small repair in vinyl with fixer tool. click on icon to view video. ... will give a lasting repair over a crack on a seat or an armrest that can accept heat. ...

http://www.vinylproflash.com

Repairing Vinyl Tear

You can purchase vinyl repair kits at larger hardware and automotive stores to repair a tear in vinyl upholstery.

Vinyl repair kits typically include a texture pad to duplicate the fabric's texture for a seamless repair.

Upholstered furniture is padded furniture that is covered with fabric, leather, or vinyl. A frame provides support and sets the shape of upholstered furniture. Cotton or foam padding gives the furniture lightweight mass, making it soft.

Patching a tear in vinyl upholstery:

Insert an iron-on patch through the tear so that the adhesive side contacts the backside of the torn fabric.

Iron one side of the tear until the patch sticks firmly to the back of the cloth on that side.

Adjust the torn spot for smoothness over the other side of the patch.

Iron the second half of the patch, moving it toward the tear.

If necessary, apply fabric adhesive to the tear for a stronger bond.

Allow the adhesive to fully dry before use.