LBB Patch Application Instructions 101723

Patch Application Instructions

Determine if the backing on your patch is iron-on or peel and stick.

• Campaign patches (except number bars) will be peel and stick and have a

peelable paper backing covering the patch adhesive.

• Number bars will be iron-on with dry iron-on backing.

Follow application instructions below, according to your patch type.

Peel and Stick Household Application Instructions:

For items that will not be washed by machine (tote bag, backpack, ball cap, pouch):

A. Peel off paper backing

B. Apply to clean, dry surface and press rmly.

For items such as clothing, that may be cleaned in a washing machine, we recommend

rst following steps A and B above, and then considering the following additional steps:

C. An adult can heat treat with an iron or heat press to improve adherence, similar to

aftermarket badge adhesives.

1. Press in a heat press for 30 seconds at 235 degrees, or follow instructions

provided with your heat press. Allow to cool before handling.

2. Place on an ironing board, cover with a pressing cloth, and apply hot household

iron for 30 seconds per side (follow the manufacturers recommended heat settings

for your fabric) Allow to cool before handling.

Note: When washing, place in a mesh laundry bag and wash in cool water for best results.

To best secure for frequent washings, or if the patch loosens, it can be reattached with

some stitching.

Iron-on Household Instructions for Number Bars

Iron-on patches should only be applied by an adult.

1. Place a cloth or thin cotton fabric on a hard, non-heat sensitive, sturdy surface.

2. Position area of garment where patch is to be attached on a cloth, face up.

3. Postion patch on garment.

4. Cover patch with a pressing cloth or thin cotton fabric.

5. Apply hot household iron (hottest setting) with as much pressure as you can apply

for 60 seconds.

6. Turn garment over and repeat steps 4 and 5 from the reverse side. Without allowing

the garment to cool, move pressing cloth to a new position (to prevent scorching)

and repeat step 5 again.

7. Allow patch and garment to cool completely prior to handling.

Note: When washing, place in a mesh laundry bag and wash in cool water for best results.

To best secure for frequent washings, or if the iron-on patch loosens, it can be reattached

following steps 4 through 7, or with some hand or machine stitching.

CAUTION: Using an iron or heat press to secure a patch to a cotton garment must be

performed by an adult. For other fabrics or bulkier garments, follow the

manufacturers recommended heat settings. To assure a good bond on hard-to-bond

fabrics, steps 5 and 6 may be repeated 2 or 3 times. Important: Do not apply heat

directly to the front of an emboridered patch or the patch will be damaged. Place a

cloth over the patch prior to applying heat.

Oct 2023

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