How Do You Repair A Waterbed Leak?
Water beds are among the most popular of beds for someone looking to sleep well. But invariably they will spring a leak. By the end of this article the leak will be a minor issue instead of a major emergency. Step 1 Drain the waterbed. Drain the water from the mattress. Normally this is simply attaching a garden hose to the water valve and allowing it to drain into the bathtub. You don’t need to drain it fully. Just remove enough water so that you can flip the mattress if needed. Step 2 Locate the leak. Remove the bedding and look for where the leak is. You may have to move the mattress by picking up the corners and flipping it. Step 3 Repair the leak. If your leak is a pinhole, dry it off and apply a coat of waterproof rubber cement over the pinhole. Wait thirty to forty-five minutes and apply a second coat. Let it fully dry. If your leak is larger than a pinhole, you will need to make a patch. Using the scissors, cut a patch that will cover the hole with plenty of overlap. Coat the m
