Headliner & Fabric Adhesive, 18.1 oz., Exceptional Strength Bonds Heavyweight Automotive Fabrics to Metal Surfaces, For Bonding Headlines, Carpet, Foam and Others, Quick & Easy Application (38808)

I purchased the 3M Headliner & Fabric Adhesive to repair a sagging headliner, and it worked perfectly. The adhesive sprays evenly and provides a strong, secure bond. Application was straightforward, and the nozzle gave good control without clogging. After applying it, the fabric held firmly in place and hasn’t come loose since. The bond feels strong and durable. I also like that it doesn’t soak through the fabric when used as directed. For automotive interior repairs, this adhesive does exactly what it’s designed to do. Overall, this is a high-quality adhesive that delivers reliable results. Strong hold, easy to apply, and well worth it. I would definitely buy it again.

While redoing the headliner on my pickup truck, we ended up buying this fabric adhesive knowing full well it was probably going to be a one-time-use type of purchase. Because of that, the price initially felt a little higher than I wanted to spend for a single project. But now that several months have passed since using it, I can honestly say the effectiveness and durability of this product have absolutely justified the cost. First off, this stuff is strong. And I mean strong both in adhesion and in smell. The odor is very intense during application, so definitely make sure you’re working in a well-ventilated area before using it. Open doors, use fans, whatever you need to do, because this is not something you want to breathe in heavily while working. That being said, the actual application process was smoother than I expected. Once we sprayed it onto the fabric and attached the material to the truck headliner, it bonded really well. Months later, everything is still holding strong, and the durability has honestly impressed me quite a bit. One thing I learned during this whole process is that when you tackle a project like replacing a vehicle headliner for the first time, you suddenly realize there are all these specialty products out there that exist specifically to help with certain steps of the job. Since I had never done this before, I was definitely skeptical when people kept telling me I needed a dedicated fabric adhesive for it. I had honestly never even heard of products like this before starting the project. But looking back now, I completely understand why it was necessary. The end result looks fantastic. My truck interior looks significantly better with the new fabric installed, and everything about the finished project just feels cleaner and more professional overall. So while the upfront cost felt a little steep for something I may only use once, the actual results absolutely delivered for me.

I’ve been using this 3M headliner adhesive for fixing some old car headliners, and it really holds well. i was worried it might be messy, but it went on smoothly and dried quickly. it’s been a few weeks, and the fabric hasn’t budged, even on the hot days when the interior gets stuffy 🚗. if you need something reliable that sticks heavy fabrics to metal, this is worth trying out. simple to apply and very effective.

The 3M Headliner & Fabric Adhesive has proven to be a trustworthy solution for securing and repairing interior upholstery. With its strong bonding capabilities and ease of use, this adhesive is a go-to choice for various automotive and home applications. Pros: Strong Bonding: The adhesive's ability to create a durable and reliable bond on various surfaces, including headliners, fabrics, foam, and more, ensures that your upholstery repairs will withstand the test of time. Versatile Applications: From fixing sagging headliners to adhering fabrics to various surfaces, this adhesive's versatility makes it a handy tool for both automotive and household projects. Aerosol Application: The aerosol can design simplifies the application process, allowing for even distribution and coverage on larger surfaces. The fine mist minimizes the risk of oversaturation. Quick Drying: The adhesive dries relatively quickly, allowing you to proceed with your project without prolonged waiting times. Professional-Looking Results: Properly applied, the adhesive delivers a neat and professional appearance to upholstery repairs, helping to maintain the visual appeal of the interior. Cons: Ventilation Required: Like many aerosol products, using this adhesive requires adequate ventilation to avoid inhaling fumes. It's important to use it in well-ventilated areas. Initial Odor: The adhesive has a noticeable initial odor, which dissipates as it dries. However, those sensitive to strong smells might find this a minor inconvenience. In conclusion, the 3M Headliner & Fabric Adhesive offers a reliable solution for upholstery repairs and projects. Its strong bonding capabilities, versatility, and aerosol application make it a practical choice for both automotive enthusiasts and DIY home improvement projects. While ventilation and initial odor are considerations, the adhesive's overall performance and ability to deliver lasting results make it a valuable tool for achieving professional-quality upholstery repairs and applications.

I found this spray easy to use and it distributes evenly. The nozzle allows for good control during application, and it didn’t clog at all. Once I sprayed it on my fabric project, it stayed firmly in place without any signs of loosening. The bond feels sturdy and dependable, which is exactly what I needed for my craft work.

I had to replace the sagging and frankly stinking(I'm an ex smoker) headliner in my 1999 Ford F250 extended cab truck. This product allowed me to do that very easy. Once you remove your old headline from your vehicle (plenty of online resources to show that process), use a wire brush to gently remove all the old factory foam from the backer board. Yes this does make a mess, i recommend doing this outside and wearing a dusk mask. Once you have removed all the old factory foam, use a shop vac to clean the backer board and use a damp rag to fully clean the backer board surface. The ideal is to get the contact surface as clean as possible for the new fabric and adhesive to adhere to. Once the backer board is clean and dry, roll out the new fabric headliner were you can cut and or trim it to the size you need. A word about automotive headliners. All most all newer domestic manufactures use a very stretchable fabric bonded to foam for sound and temperature absorption, like wise all domestic vehicles use a flexible, but sturdy glass mat for the baker board the fabric adheres to. Take extreme care to not bend or fold or crease the backer board, if you do it will show up thru the fabric. Some imports simply use cloth or synthetic cloth as a headliner over simple wax coated card board. If that is the case, i strongly recommend that you call a professional as the process is different form conventional headliner installation. Now once you have your fabric cut to shape, lay it on the backer board. Either with helping hands or by placing items heavy enough to prevent the fabric from moving. The tricky part and depends on your headliner shape. For normally flat headliners, simply fold the fabric length wise onto itself. For most "bowl" shaped headliners, like my ford truck, fold the fabric over onto itself width wise. As you guessed you glue half the fabric at a time. This process prevents wrinkles and speeds up the install if your working alone. The adhesive will spray out under high pressure in a almost spider web pattern. You can adjust the nozzle to spay horizontal or vertical pattern. This depends on how big a surface you are working on and how you are standing in relationship to the material. To make it simple you want three coats on the fabric and three coats on the backer board. You want two coats left to right and one coat up and down. This will give you maximum coverage and adhesion. All ow the adhesive to "set up" for a few minutes before you do anything. Now simply grasp the ends of the fabric, making it into a slight u shape, you want the center of the fabric to contact the center of the backer board first. Lay the fabric onto the backer board and start to rub out the wrinkles( if any) from the inside of the headliner out. Do this to all wrinkles are out and the fabric is pushed down to promote adhesion with the adhesive on both the fabric and backer board. You will notice that this adhesive and the fabric is very forgiving and you can easy stretch out any wrinkles by simply pulling up and re applying the fabric in that spot. Now you simply repeat the process for the other half and you are all done. I would recommend the headliner be left out in the sun or a warm room for a few hours before installing back into your vehicle. And of course take care reinstalling it. Last thing you want is to stain it with dirty fingers or tear it and have to re do it. And that is it. Your headliner is now good for many more years of use. Looks brand new and you saved over 200 dollars doing it yourself. Why people drive around in cars with the headliner hanging down or semi held in with thumb tacks over a total of 20 dollars for the glue and 20 dollars for the fabric is beyond my reasoning. If you are doing a GM Suburban, Ford Expedition or other large vehicle you will need two cans to get the recommended coverage.

This adhesive worked out great on my project, typical 3M quality.

I think I can write a comprehensive and helpful review on this because I ended up using this 3M and Permatex Headliner Adhesive on the same project (replacing sagging headliner in Honda Accord) side by side I was probably laying 3M down a bit thick, sprayed twice over certain areas and one can was not enough. There was about a foot left on the main ceiling surface and I wanted to fold and glue a bit of fabric over the edges, so I ran to local auto-store and Permatex was all they had. Both glues worked very well and headliner is firmly in place. The main difference is in application and drying time. 3M can has a more precise nozzle that doesn't gum up but it sprays really thin, to a point that you can't clearly see if there are any bold spots left. 3M had slower drying time and let you pull back and reapply the headliner more easily. Permatex lays glue much thicker and it is easier to see what is covered. Drying time is MUCH shorter. Still easy to do immediately after contact, but if you moved on, see a bubble forming down the line and have to peel back larger section, it becomes more challenging. Permatex nozzle gummed up few times and if you don't clean it before spraying it deflects the stream. Orvall there's no real complaints about either, but I found working with 3M a little easier and more forgiving, especially for the first time. A word of encouragement - if you are not sure about replacing headliner yourself, don't hesitate and just do it. If you are even a little handy, it is not hard or requires a lot of skill, just give yourself plenty of time and go slow. If you have a helper it would be even easier. There were few times when a second pair of hands would be useful, but it can be a one-person job. After getting outrageous quotes from the shop and watching some YT videos I decided to do it myself and it came out great.

Had some sagging headliner where the previous owner had installed a dashcam. I put this on a few months back and it's been holding quite well through the heat and the cold. I used this on quite a small patch of headliner, and as such, I'm not sure how this would work for larger applications.

I can't use it. Tried it on a patch of cloth in the car and it looks awful!

I did the headliner in my 2006 silverado crew cab. The product itself works well. It tacks up fairly quickly and holds once it dries. If it soaks through it stays clear. Also if you get some on the front, it can be picked off after. 1 can does a single headliner. Make sure you remove the foam from the old headliner. I used a brass wire brush in my drill. Just be delicate. Make sure your new headliner is double stretch or it won't fit to contours well. If you want to see my youtube video on this look up "Modern LBZ Interior Upgrade" It took me three tries to do.

Great product held up the headliner with no problems ! Buy extra cans since one of the cans I had gotten didn’t spray the best right out of the box.

Good product, has worked through the hot and the cold for over a year and a half. It does take some getting used to when working with it, so test sprays are recommended, and a light touch is probably safer than a heavy one to prevent dimples. No noxious vapours to worry about, though best to perform work in a ventilated area. My only nitpick is it seems to have less adhesion on sections of headliner repaired using fibreglass and epoxy resin, YMMV. Also, it might be a good idea to be prepared for overspray onto the fabric side of your headliner by having some 3M adhesive remover on hand, as this adhesive is pretty stubborn!