ADHESIVE GARMENT CLOSURES

摘要

A self-adhesive garment closure for a garment (20) includes a pair of opposed cooperating fastener elements (12, 14), each having an exposed layer of self-adhesive material (26) exhibiting strong adhesion to itself while remaining relatively tack-free to other materials. At least one of the fastener elements has a layer of foam material (24) beneath the self-adhesive material, such as for increased bending stiffness. In some cases, such as for pull-up diapers, the self-adhesive closure is non-releasable one secured. Some closures also have cooperating hook-and-loop elements.