Ironing Instructions for Patches

Follow these steps for a secure, long‑lasting bond — fast, easy, and fabric‑safe.

Materials

✔ Iron
✔ Thin cloth or baking paper
✔ Solid, heat‑resistant surface (ironing board)
✔ Water (only if your iron requires it — steam OFF)

Preparation

1) Preheat: Set the iron to the highest safe temperature for your garment. Turn steam off.

2) Lay flat: Place the garment on a stable, heat‑resistant surface. Smooth out wrinkles.

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Position

Place the patch exactly where you want it. Check alignment before heating.

Protect

Cover with a thin cloth or baking paper to avoid shine and overheating.

Press

Press firmly for 15–30s with dry heat. Don’t slide the iron — keep it still.

Seal Edges

Lift and repeat on all areas, especially corners and edges, for even adhesion.

Cool

Let cool completely. Check bond; if needed, repeat pressing for 10–15s.

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Pro Tip

Turn the garment inside out and press from the backside (with cloth) for extra hold.

Do & Don’t

✔ Use dry heat (steam OFF)
✔ Press firmly, don’t slide
✔ Protect with thin cloth
✔ Test on similar fabric first

✘ Don’t iron directly on PVC
✘ Don’t rush the cool‑down
✘ Don’t use on heat‑sensitive nylon
✘ Don’t wash within 24h

Care After Application

Wait 24h before washing to let the adhesive cure.

Wash inside out on gentle cycle; avoid high heat in dryer.

If an edge lifts over time, re‑cover with cloth and press again for 10–15s.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cotton, denim, canvas, twill, and felt work great. Avoid very heat‑sensitive synthetics (e.g., some nylons) or use lower heat and longer press times.

We don’t recommend ironing directly on PVC. Use Velcro or sew‑on backing for PVC patches.

Cover with cloth and press again for 10–15s. Let cool completely. For heavy‑use garments, consider adding a few stitches at corners.

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