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How to make a latex neck seal?

Posted by Ryce on: Oct 5th 2012 7:21:03 pm

Hello i am interested in how you would go about making a latex neck seal for like an inflatable or deflatable Suit. I just cant figure out what kind of pattern to start with on a flat sheet. Please help!

Michael, November 9th 2012 7:52:12 pm

I would look for a wetsuit pattern.  They typically fit tight and have a high neck (great for transferring to...

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latex adhesive

Posted by Allyson on: Sep 4th 2012 10:41:36 pm

Hello! I am trying to find an adhesive that will bond latex materials together, smooth and flexible along the seam where it is glued, and can be submerged in water and not come apart.   Does anyone know of such adhesive?...

Michael, March 11th 2013 9:36:00 am

If you are using MJTrends solvent adhesive they recently added a thinner for the solvent which will also clean up...

Steve F, March 11th 2013 9:21:43 am

Thinned BestTest rubber cement will also work well.  Cement and thinner are available from Dick Blick...

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metals that are safe to use with latex?

Posted by Gaiya on: Jul 24th 2012 12:42:13 am

Okay I know latex should go no where near metals but I'm hoping to use latex for a costume and it involves some metal chains. Are there metals that are latex-safe? I've seen chains made in aluminum or iron. So I'm wondering if...

JP, August 15th 2021 3:23:11 pm

How big of a chain does the costume need? Many decorative chains used for lighting fixtures are sold already...

latexgood, October 17th 2014 2:18:28 pm

Thanks, I Didn't Know That!

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this color

Posted by Sara M on: Jul 16th 2012 8:11:26 pm

I really really need a bronze latex, but this photo looks orange to me. Has anyone ever bought this? Can you confirm that its like a bronze or copper color and not a rust...

DCRubberGuy, July 29th 2012 9:50:51 am

Hi - I had the same question so I purchased 1 yard of it. It is coppery to me, but others may think it's in the...

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Latex Glue Removal/Cleanup Question

Posted by Nicholas on: Jul 8th 2012 11:47:57 am

I am currently working with MJ Trends' Solvent-based latex glue and would like to know if there are any products that can be used to remove any excess glue from the latex surface that is not part of the seam.  I tend to be...

JP, December 16th 2014 1:07:42 am

Responding to Forrest, on chlorination -- chlorination will not make worn latex like new.  It gives it a very...

latexgood, October 17th 2014 2:23:50 pm

Mjtrends Sells Adhesive Thinner/Remover That Works Very Well!

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