Speaker Grille Fabric Repair/Re-cover

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 14:11

Wondering if anyone here has attempted a speaker repair or re-cover of the fabric on a speaker grille?

I recently bought some second hand speakers, in fantastic condition and a great deal to be fair, but unfortunately there was some damage the the box containing the subwoofer (Q Acoustics 2070Si) showing some mishandling. The grille has cracked on one edge and the cloth ripped. The seller is currently trying to claim compensation since he paid for insurance, but I'm not too hopeful.

I'll probably attempt to reinforce the crack and re-cover the grille. Anyone attempted this before? I'd appreciate any hints and tips. The grille frame is moulded plastic and I assume I can just glue some new fabric to it. What sort of glue would be best? I've seen a few different types of fabric on Amazon etc. but unsure what I should go for as it's hard to tell what would match the best.

Cheers for any help,

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 15:26

Thanks for the input, both. Not sure about got glue though, I find it goes off pretty quick and strings up and makes a mess, but that may just be user error! Maybe I'll have a practice go on something first.

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 15:58

Jaswan said:
How about contacting Q acoustics to get a price for a new grill?

Jase.

Good point. I did already have a look online to see if spares were sold, but had no luck finding any. Can't hurt to ask though.

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 20:37

linford said:
This stuff sticks like **** (other/narrower widths available), I use it often for fitted furniture applications ie holding my speakers to base stands.
https://www.toolstation.com/power-grip-tape/p63962

That looks promising. I've wondered about fixing speakers to stands too. What about when you come to remove the speakers? If the tape is that strong, would it damage the cabinet?

I read a lot of people touting blutack as the holy grail, but I can't quite believe it it would be that good.

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 21:55

linford said:
This stuff sticks like **** (other/narrower widths available), I use it often for fitted furniture applications ie holding my speakers to base stands.
https://www.toolstation.com/power-grip-tape/p63962

Sounds promising. What about when you want to remove the speakers? If the tape is that strong, would it damage it?

I've always read people touting blutack as the holy grail, but I just can't imagine it being that great... I'd still give it a go though.

Bearjamin · 19 Jul 2019 at 23:14

Oops double post. I wondered where it went the first time.

@jellybeard999 Thanks for for the advice and the links, I'll definitely give that a watch.

Bearjamin · 25 Jul 2019 at 09:24

Just to say managed to get in touch with Q Acoustics and they were able to send a replacement for around £20 posted, which is pretty reasonable. I think my time, effort and material costs to try and fix it is worth that.