Manually applying PVC edge banding - Woodweb.com

Author: Liang

Sep. 01, 2025

Manually applying PVC edge banding - Woodweb.com

We have an odd situation where we need to apply some 1 3/4" .018" PVC banding to some parts we cant run through the bander. Running a few test with contact the adhesion is not great at all. You can peel the banding off with moderate force and while the contact stays on the banding a bit it peels off consistently to where the back of the banding is just as clean as it was off the roll. Banding supplier doesnt have much to add stating that contact should be fine. Wondering if anyone has any input. All the standards, even application both surfaces, plenty of dry time (to the touch), warm, new material.

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Mark B:

I'm guessing that you can't use the bander either because the piece is too big or the edges are not straight, or have some kind of angle.

You don't say how much of this you have to do, but what you might try is to have one person put down a bead of hot melt glue (craft store type) ahead of another person who follows with the edgebanding and a roller. It would be tedious (and messy), and might take some trial and error to get the right pace, but it might work.

They used to sell a pvc banding that had double-sided tape applied to it, and you peeled off the barrier paper as you rolled the edging onto your piece. I wonder if a strong double-sided tape like was on that banding might not work in your situation.

Hope this helps.
TonyF

Thanks Tony,
And yes to the bander issues with these parts.

Hadnt considered a hot glue option but without trying it it sounds like something that would be pretty iffy and most definitely messy as you say.

Doing a bit of head scratching as we've rarely had to contact PVC before and never an issue. Never thought it would be a problem and even calling banding supplier they say "its done every day" and dont know what the issue would be.

We could have brought this banding in peel and stick, which in hindsight may have been a better option, but Ive used peel and stick many times as well as Fastcap's fastedge tape or whatever its called and Ive never been impressed which was why opted to just lock it down with contact.

Thanks

Mark B:

Don't know if you are using water-based contact cement; if so, you might try the solvent based instead. If the glue pulls off of the substrate, you might try double-coating that. Perhaps aggressively sanding the back of the pvc edging before gluing might help as well.

Sorry if I have stated the obvious, but I know I have been in situations where the obvious sometimes gets overlooked.

Good luck.
TonyF

Al,
Thats a pretty impressive tip/trick that I will definitely keep in mind. Not sure it would have worked on these lengths but man that would sure be handy in some spots to be able to use the bander as a hot melt applicator. Im going to give it a try just for fun on some test pieces. Seems like it may be tricky to get enough heat for the bander glue but not foul the PVC.

Great tip.

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Edge Banding is an associated narrow strip of material used to create durable and aesthetically-pleasing trim edges during finish carpentry, always used with furniture paper together, can enhance the durability and aesthetics of furniture, and the PVC edge banding design should be the same as the furniture paper on the furniture board surface, so that this furniture can keep consistency on the decoration.

Some PVC edge banding rolls are pre-glued with EVA hot melt glue on the back side of strip which can be activated by iron heat. The banding should be ironed at 150℃ over the feather edge until it is completely melted.

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But Yodean Decor mainly provides wood grain edge banding without pre-gule, which helps the edge banding can be stored in a longer time than pre-gule edge banding, suitable for the big project with bulk demands in edging bands.

The advantages of edge banding

  • Easy to use and no need for power tools.
  • Can be cut into different shape like round edge or angle, etc.
  • Help to avoid warpage of the veneer or plywood, protect the edge from breakage, also anti-aging and anti-corrosion.
  • It has many functions such as fireproof, environmental protection and waterproof. It will not deform due to moisture.
  • The surface of the edge banding is smooth and the color is not easy to fade.
  • The material of PVC edging is green and environmentally friendly, which can lead to healthier decoration environment.
  • The edge banding has strong decorative effect with high gloss and good effect after processing.

Edge banding is used to seal the edge of a wood-like surface substrate, which plays an important role to protect the artificial board the same as the laminated paper.

For example, when we make use of the wood-like substrate only with lamination paper to make furniture, the edge of furniture will expose to the air totally.  According to the principle of artificial board, the wood-like surface substrate is made of sawdust or wood fiber under the high heating and pressing, therefore the wood-like surface substrate doesn’t have the same weather resistance the same as the real wood furniture.

When the edge of the furniture keeps toughing the wet air or over-dry air for a long time, the inner of the board will lose its sturdiness feature, even falling the fibers or sawdust on the floor.

The edge banding tape is made of plastic material, with excellent weather resistance, combining the freedom of design with durability. That is why edge banding is needed for the furniture artificial board, MDF, plywood, and chipboard.

For the contact paper for furniture, the most popular design is wood, thus wood grain edge banding is very popular too, it is always purchased with furniture decorative paper together.

The edge banding tape is used to seal the edge of the wood-like surface substrate for furniture making, providing a perfect finish effect for furniture.

In the furniture decor market, wood grain lamination paper is the most popular texture, wood grain texture furniture is similar to the real wood, but the wood texture design can be in repeated production, easy to replace the same one if damaged,

We can often find out the wood grain furniture, flooring in the hotel, supermarket, ect.

For the wood grain texture, the common design is cherry, oak, pine, teak, and walnut wood texture.

Hence, as the cooperation decor products, the wood grain edge banding tape is always used with wood grain laminated paper together on the wood-like surface, the wood grain texture edge banding is popular too the same like the wood grain laminate paper.

For wood grain edge banding, Yodean Decor has designs:

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  • Hickory edge banding
  • White oak edge banding
  • Trunk edge banding
  • Baltic birch edge banding
  • Hardwood edge banding

Choose by yourself

You need to consider density, flexibility, formaldehyde content and so on before selecting edge banding. The list things are what you need to consider about when you want to buy edge banding.

  1. Thickness and Width
  2. Length
  3. Price
  4. Density
  5. The flexibility of the front tape is better, and the bending edge is flat.
  6. Color difference
  7. Appearance, smoothness, no scar marks, no color block.
  8. No bubbles and cracks in the glue.
  9. The content of formaldehyde should be a topic that is considered when selecting the edge banding (it is generally required to be E2).

Get help from edge banding supplier – Yodean Decor

If you are not sure which edge banding to choose, please tell us the below information, we will recommend the edge banding:

  • Board material;
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  • The edge of the board is polished or not.

Also please tell us your target price if you have a budget, then we will quote accordingly.

You’ve probably heard about the importance of knowing how to trim wood edge banding. Edge banding is a vital part of your woodworking project and will help ensure that your work turns out perfect. But if you’re not sure how to do it, here’s a quick and easy guide. The wood edge banding has a slight angle, so it’s best to slide the trimmer across it in the same direction as the grain. Any other way will cause the banding to tear out.

Before attempting to trim wood edge banding, be sure to remove any excess glue from the plywood. After removing the glue, sand the edges with 320-grit sandpaper. This will soften the rough edges and hide the tear-out. Once you’ve trimmed the edge banding, you can stain the wood. For best results, use a 3/4″ chisel to cut away the excess banding.

Veneer edge banding is a great option if you want a basic straight edge for your plywood. The edge banding is made from real wood veneer and is available in widths of 7/8″. These are ideal for 3/4″-thick sheet goods. They also provide a bit of overhang so that trimming can be done to get the edge flush. The veneer edge banding is easy to apply, so you can install it without worrying about the edge being cut.

While some edge banding is available in the market, it may be difficult to find a piece that will fit your needs. If you’re not able to find any edge banding on the shelves at your local home improvement store, you can cut it yourself with a pair of scissors. You can also use a veneer saw and heat lock glue. Lastly, use a clothes iron to finish the edge banding.

For more Thin PVC Edge Bandinginformation, please contact us. We will provide professional answers.

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