I want to use this to protect my car headliner. Do you think it will damage the felt like material the headliner is made of when I remove the film?
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I assume that you're wanting to use this on a temporary basis to protected the headliner while you're doing interior work or something. If you're planning on a permanent install, it won't be the most attractive product. But, you should be ok with this as a temporary protectant. It's pretty sticky but shouldn't damage vinyl headliners. On the mouse-fur or velour type headliners, don't press it on too hard and you should still be ok. When you remove it, you'll probably have fibers attached to the sticky but it shouldn't pull it bald. You might also consider using Glad Cling Wrap from your local grocery store. It's similar but thinner. Might be easier to just remove the trim and take the headliner out. Good luck.
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I haven't used it for that reason. It's not super sticky, but I think your felt might rip if left on for a long time.
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If you are referring to plastic body panels like bumpers that are painted with automotive base coat clear coat, yes. I beleive the film is vinyl and can always be removed with a little heat, it shouldn't leave any mark on the polyurethane clear, the adhesive isn't aggressive (acidic) like other adhesives on pinstripes, i also use the film on plastic headlights and it doesn't etch in any way.
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I used this on the headliner. Pretty sure it was a polyester fabric. I wouldn't recommend this for use on suede/"pleather"/leather. This kit is best suited for fabric repairs.
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Hello, I am glad you asked this here so that others can read this as well because this pops up from time to time. Mylar is one of the toughest flexible materials ever created. The film we use to make these can take the weight of two and a half cinder blocks EVERY square inch... and folding does not hurt it. (Still, we do ship orders of 3 or more in a large box as long as it is not Fulfilled by Amazon) But Mylar film is transparent. It looks metallic because a separate layer of aluminum has been added to the Mylar. Normal use, even filling it or moving it, will cause tiny breaks in the foil layer that you may sometimes see if you hold it to the light - but don't worry, they are not holes. This happens with all Mylarfoil films and their barrier properties are not significantly effected . I'm glad you didn't forget your best friend! We are now including extra absorbers in all our sets, which is better for items like dog food that have a lot of interstitial air. Merry Christmas!
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I haven't removed it, but it is not supposed to damage the original finish. I will probably not remove it unless it starts to peel loose. I don't know if that happens or not.
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I doubt it, when removing it from the liner there's clearly an adhesive on the tint. Trying to remove that while not destroying the tint would be difficult at best.
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Altman is spot-on. This stuff really isn't all that sticky. If you're taping something on the outside of the vehicle, forget this stuff (won't last). Inside - you might be okay, but be prepared to occasionally replace the tape. Also, as with any adhesive, there may be long-term damage to plastic surfaces if the conditions are just right. If you're in a place like Phoenix with high temps, the heat may cause a chemical reaction between the adhesive and the plastic surface it touches. Of course, that's if exposed for some time, and it doesn't happen over night. Use caution and good luck!
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This is just vinyl upholstery material it is not foam backed and is pretty heavy for a headliner you would need to buy Headliner Adhesive and foam or Foam Backed Cloth Headlining Fabric which is much lighter
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I think so Betty. It is recommended by 3M for vinyl protection on automobiles. A nice product and easy to apply. ---Ted---
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You're getting into "expert need respond" territory. It's purpose is to hold IN PLACE a thin sheet of fabric to a molded headliner. It doesn't seem to claim or offer bonding strength or weatherproof properties other than keeping fabric attached and held in place to a headliner inside a car.
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I just had the same issue with my van, I had to replace the headliner board and headliner material. I used this material and attached it to 5mm underlayment from home Depot. It's flex able enough yet sturdy.
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I don't know because I did not test it on my headliner. I think it's mainly for cloth upholstery, but am not sure. I would Google "how to clean vinyl headline in a car". Good luck.
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I'm just making an educated guess but I'd say you'd lose some of the integrity of the burglarbar placing it on the film and it would probably mess up the film when you remove the burglarbar. I am happy with the product I got it to keep the windows at a safe opening for my grandson's ssfety
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Yes. Of course remove the film. It's only for protection during shipping and processing.
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I'm not 100% sure, but I bet it would survive a washing, maybe put cycle on "Gentle". I do know this appears to be a tough adhesive, I'm well pleased with how it worked on my car's headliner! Good Luck!
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My car was just totaled so I had to remove it. It came off intact enough that I was able to restick it to the rental but when I removed it I'm pretty sure it left a little residue behind.
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The adhesive is pretty tacky and it is very dense material. It is more for silencing sheet metal (e.g. car panels from speaker vibrations). I used it on the back of my tv and it worked great. I would look into something like Self Seal Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation, or a Water Hammer Arrester if the pipes are shaking from a clothes washer.