Peel
and Stick Method
Most Nightfire Patches
come with a paper backing that can be peeled off, exposing a sticky
backside. To use the Peel and Stick Nightfire Patch, start with
materials that have a dry, clean surface. Leathers should be cleaned
with good leather cleaner (according to the manufacturer's recommendations),
and all other materials should be washed or cleaned according
to the manufacturers' directions.
Position your Nightfire
Patch on your chosen outerwear where you think it will fit smoothly,
comfortably, look good, and make use of its retro-reflectivity.
Do not peel the backing until you are sure you have determined
the final position of your patch. When you are ready, simply peel
the backing from the patch, being careful not to touch the sticky
back, and place it on the material in your chosen location. Press
firmly over the entire surface of the patch. Your Nightfire Patch
will adhere best under warm conditions. Do not try to peel any
part of the patch off your chosen material, since this will damage
its adherence.
Peeling and sticking
your patch will provide instant gratification and allow you to
immediately take advantage of Nightfire Patches' retro-reflectivity.
We have peeled and stuck patches on jackets that are going strong
after over 1,000 miles of motorcycle riding at highway speeds.
We do recommend that you periodically check your patch for adhesion.
Our unique designs often have curves, points, and edges that may
require sewing attachment, especially with many materials or meshes,
for a longer lasting hold.
Iron-On
Method
All Nightfire Patches can be ironed onto any material suitable
for iron exposure (we do not recommend this method for leather,
or any material that can not be exposed to direct heat). Please
do not allow children to perform this operation.
Start with materials that have a dry, clean surface. All materials
should be washed or cleaned according to the manufacturers' directions.
Peel off the protective backing paper. Position the Nightfire
Patch on your chosen outerwear, where you think it will fit smoothly,
comfortably, look good, and make use of its retro-reflectivity.
When you are ready, preheat your iron to the "wool"
setting, turning off any steam. Completely dampen a cotton ironing,
dish cloth (thin, "flour sack" style cotton towels,
not thick terry cloth), or cotton handkerchief. Place your chosen
outerwear on an ironing board, patch in place. Cover the patch
with the damp towel, and place the heated iron over the patch.
Press lightly for 30 seconds. Repeat, moving cloth so that a damp
area remains over the patch, on any area of the patch not previously
covered by the iron. Allow patch to cool completely before gently
testing adhesion.
Ironing on your patch will provide fast gratification and allow
you to quickly take advantage of Nightfire Patches' retro-reflectivity.
We have ironed patches onto jackets that are still sticking after
over 1,000 miles of motorcycle riding at highway speeds. We do
recommend that you periodically check your patch for adhesion.
Our unique designs often have curves, points, and edges that may
require sewing attachment, especially with many materials or meshes,
for a longer lasting hold.
Sew-On Method
A professional is always a good choice particularly if you are
sewing onto leather.
If you are doing it yourself, make sure your machine is capable
of handling the thickness and type of material you are working
with. Do not sew in the retroreflective material. Some machines
and needles can tear the material. Sew in the embroidered edging
area only. Peel off the protective backing paper. This exposes
the self sticking adhesive which will help you keep the patch
positioned during sewing.
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