How To Fix a Hole in an Air Mattress

Introduction

Air mattresses come in handy for camping, van living and impromptu sleepovers. But because they get inflated and deflated over and over, they tend to spring a leak when you least expect it.

If that happens to you (probably in the middle of the night!), don't throw the leaky air mattress away. We'll show you how to fix a hole in an air mattress in just a few steps.

Note: I tried multiple methods, including Super Glue, rubber cement and DIY patches, but a vinyl patch kit specifically for air mattresses worked the best, by far.

If you happen to be out camping and duct tape is all you have, that will work as a temporary fix. But patch kits like Tear-Aid are inexpensive and easy to stash in your van or camper, so make these your go-to.