Where can Hook and loop (Velcro) be used on a yacht?

[coopec]

I have adhesive backed Velcro which I planned to secure all the settee cushions in place in the event of a knock-down and I'll use it to secure "curtains" over the windows. But doing a bit of research I now find there are many types of Hook and Loop available, including "industrial grade".

Would Hook and Loop straps be suitable to secure gas bottles, fuel cans, life ring, dinghy etc on deck?

 

[Boathook]

I suspect it would be ok for that use as long as it is securely fixed to the deck by mechanical means. The shear force that it takes to pull apart when it has a decent 'overlap' does seem considerable. Where I would be concerned though, is its resilience to UV light. That would concern me in the UK and even more in WA.

 

[BrendanS]

If you look at any 'big bottle' gas bottles, they never use velcro, only buckles. If you only have small bottles, probably ok. I'd still go buckle

 

[coopec]

Boathook and Brendan
I am inclined to agree with you both UV could be a problem.

But these industrial straps seem pretty impressive
Product Description
VELCRO® Brand Heavy Duty Tie Down Straps are the fast, safe and reliable way to secure your load in transit. Get your gear from A to B in one piece without the need for knots, ropes, elasticised hook straps or rachet-style tensioners. Use them to tie down furniture, luggage, camping gear, wheelbarrows, pipes and other large equipment in the back of your ute or trailer. Water resistant and UV stabilised, they are durable and long-lasting, and designed for repeated outdoor use. Can be used to secure large and bulky items, equipment and furniture up to 150kg.

Would you happily secure computer monitor, computer, keypad?

 

[PetiteFleur]

I've found that the adhesive Velcro useless for the boat - had to secure with small screws for fixing settee back cushions in place. Also used for some canvas work but sewn on. May use some for the rest of the year for temporary sail cover ties as the long zip has disintegrated due to UV - tried to stitch it a couple of day's ago but didn't work.

 

[Deleted member 36384]

Holding cushions down works well and I have it glued and stapled to the ply, stitched to the cushion. On the old cushions some of the velcro had lost its ability to grip as it had filled with fluff and dust. Regarding curtains, it can be a bit unsightly unless done very neatly and is discreet. Also I use velcro fastened tool bags and find that that over time oil and dirt also stops it working to seal the flap over. Like anything I guess it has limitations.

 

[john_morris_uk]

I use industrial Velcro to put pictures up on the bulkhead. I’ve never had one fall down. Make sure the surface is dust and grease free before you stick the tape on. (I put pictures up all round my cabin of my last ship using exactly the same technique. )

The battens in our stack-pack are held in with double Velcro fastening flaps. They’ve had to be replaced several times because of UV degradation.

Industrial Velcro is amazingly strong stuff below decks. I’ve worried for years how I’m going to get the watercolour off the bulkhead when we get round to revarnishing that bit of the interior.

 

[Iliade]

I use industrial Velcro to put pictures up on the bulkhead. I’ve never had one fall down. Make sure the surface is dust and grease free before you stick the tape on. (I put pictures up all round my cabin of my last ship using exactly the same technique. )

The battens in our stack-pack are held in with double Velcro fastening flaps. They’ve had to be replaced several times because of UV degradation.

Industrial Velcro is amazingly strong stuff below decks. I’ve worried for years how I’m going to get the watercolour off the bulkhead when we get round to revarnishing that bit of the interior.

Try a piece of string used like a cheese cutter followed closely with a piece of paper to stop it re-adhering.

The flaps and spoilerons on my rigid hang glider are held on with industrial velcro. There have only been a few instances of them coming adrift...

 

[coopec]

I've decided that any non-structural panel will be secured in place by velcro.

For example there will be a panel directly above the steering quadrant and that will be held in place with velcro. If something goes wrong with the steering I don't want to be undoing screws to fit the emergency tiller. (likewise the steering pulleys will be accessed behind velcro fixed panels.)

 

[ridgy]

Holding the mainsail clew down to the boom is a very common use even on large yachts.

 

[coopec]

Holding the mainsail clew down to the boom is a very common use even on large yachts.

Sorry! I've got a lot to learn.

Is this what you mean?

 

[ridgy]

In that picture the job is done by a metal slider in the boom and a shackle.

 

[Catalina36]

Years ago the military used industrial grade velcro to add panels of armour plate to the inside of helicopters in a war zone. They later found there was no way to get them out without destroying the fuselage skin.

 

[Easticks28]

Using these with great success.
Turtle Velcro Sail Ties - Pack of 4

 

[RichardS]

Search for 3M Dual Lock. There are internal and external versions available and it sticks like stink.

Richard

 

[Steven_T]

Certainly thinking about this to secure locker covers and the cushions

 

[coopec]

Search for 3M Dual Lock. There are internal and external versions available and it sticks like stink.

Richard

Apparently there are all sorts of hook and loop.

I want to secure my floorboards so they stay in place in the event of a knockdown. Surely there is a type suitable for that? (it wouldn't have to be very strong)

Hook and Loop Performance Measures | Non-Permanent Fasteners

 

[PCUK]

My head lining and side panels are all held with 50mm Velcro glued on with CT1 and stapled (Stainless) through where they are on wood. Non adhesive Velcro is cheaper and the adhesive isn't very strong anyway.

 

[Tomaret]

My solar panel is attached to the garage roof with Velcro.

 

[coopec]

I am in trouble with the berth beside the engine room. (The berth is above the diesel fuel tank)

The distance between bulkheads is only 5ft 10 in so I have built a box so the berth extends through the bulkhead.

But I have a problem in that I have to cover the fuel tank and I have run out of room to buld a frame to take a ply panel. I have decided to make up a 6 mm (¼ inch) ply panel edged with PVC edging and I'll Velcro it to the tank.

Of course I'm very much aware I must build the furniture around the tank so that it is removable in case the tank has to be taken out.