Attaching bug net to cuben?

[Jeff Cadorin]

Starting to plan out a shelter. Can you use the cuben bonding tape to add netting wherever you want to cuben? Any negatives I am missing? Will the tape stick permanently to the mesh?

Appreciate any advice, thanks.

Jeff

[Hoosier T]

I did just that on my build. However, I would recommend not buying pre-made cuben tape since it causes unnecessary challenges trying to sew through the adhesive. I started with a double roll of the bug net (normal rolled hem) and just sewed the rolled hem before touching the cuben and tape. With the entire edge hemmed, I cut a 1″ strip of 1.43oz cuben and sewed the mesh to the strip. The rolled hem allows you to sew through three layers of the mesh for durability. The big thing to remember is that the stitch line used to attach the mesh to the cuben strip needs to be down the center of the strip. If it’s close to either edge you’re going to see peeling. Lastly, use some good 1″ double-sided tape (3M 9460 or 9485 or 9482) and add the tape all the way down the strip. Once done, peel the backing and slap it in! Link to my MYOG tent. **Note I’m not a pro and this was my first cuben shelter.

https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/myog-tramplitedeschute-inner-debate/#comments

[Jeff Cadorin]

Great info, much appreciated! awesome shelter as well

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