Can I simply use these as rubber bands? Are they as strong as rubber bands you might buy in an office supply store? What size are they?
745002
Good idea, but much too small and not elastic enough to replace office supply type bands.
745003
These are very small rubber bands, prob the circumference of your finger. Not super strong, but good for bracelet making.
413059
They are only 6 inches long. Although they are connected together, you might be able to overlay them to make them stronger. I think with a little ingenuity you might be able to make it work. They're pretty strong, just not very big.
1113325
The bands are not very long. They are about a foot long and circular. They are great bands. They are very hardy, not flimsy at all! They have held up well and not broken yet. They are used daily by my teen for physical therapy. I a very impressed by how they are holding up.
1185858
These would work great! They are a good length and are strong enough to use for this. Once you use them you will find many ways they come in handy.
1029409
They are pretty strong...not sure what you want to hold but I can hang multiple packs of embellishments with no problem.
466775
Yes they are strong. Normally, only 10-15 mmHg or 15-20 mmHg are available over the counter. And these certainly provide 20-30, which used to only be available to trained fitters or medical professionals. So, beware these are tight, and a beast to put on.
1205874
I don't see why you couldn't. I don't use them for that but they are pretty strong! Also found them in Walmart at a cheaper price and there's no shipping charge!
736105
the bands that are actually true silicone don't break like the rubber ones do. Unfortunately these bands are just plain rubber that do not last. I am wearing a bracelet my son made me over 4 months ago from the bands that came with the loom they were real silicone bands that show no wear at all.
1165999
Would be a waste!! They are intended for cooking - hold up on grilled or roasted poultry, roasts. Can go in dishwasher and reused. Wonderful and durable but certainly wasted as rubber bands!!
271814
Hello Linda! These bands are 10"x2" We found this size to be the most effective and useful size for our customers.
23400
Yes. They are very strong and we are using them to hold a heavy laminate poster that is quite thick. I am very impressed with these. They look good and work really well!
1770411
Yes they can, pretty sturdy so they can be reused until they crack or get a hole, which doesn't happen easily. Like a rubber band, they will crack with time though.
1734885
They are sturdy, but the base is a little small and they can be "tippy". I got them to display invitations in a stationery shop, and find that they didn't perform as well as I'd hoped. A little bump will knock them over. The clip will probably scratch up a vinyl record too, so don't use anything that's not disposable. They would probably work if you can't find something with a bigger base.Hope that was helpful.
332358
YES. They're strong enough. I agree with you James. They really don't look up to the job. I've had & used mine now for over a year and I love them. They're TOTALLY reliable. Do yourself a favor James. These will work. At about $ 8.00 a pack - for me that's right on the cusp "acceptable risk" (a little more money than I'd casually risk.) That said - I'm telling you James - they will exceed your expectations. They're dynamite. Get them! You'll be glad you did! If possible, keep me posted. Best of luck! :-)
1520149
Should be no problem... I use them in an office holding heavy items like copy paper... Cards... Computer software. They are really made well!!
196679
Just a guess: I think they're used as the company's signature reminder that the product improves the elasticity and tightness of the face. I'm just making that up tho, so you might want to ask the company. Meanwhile, I've found these rubber bands useful from time to time.
1619621
I don't know. I use them to hold little tags made of heavy paper that measure 2" X 2". Sorry I cannot help you.