Complete Delmar Drum Wrap Guide

How to Measure Drum Wrap for Your Drum Shell

Installing drum wrap is one of the best ways to restore vintage drums or customize your kit. This guide explains how to measure drum wrap, calculate wrap size, and install wrap properly for professional results.

At Bum Wrap Drum Co., we supply high-quality drum wrap materials and provide the information you need to get perfect results.

Drum Wrap Size Formula

To determine the correct wrap length you must calculate the circumference of the drum shell.

The formula is:

Circumference = Diameter × 3.14

Example:

22" Bass Drum
22 × 3.14 = 69.08 inches

Always add:

• 1.5 inches extra length (for trimming and seam overlap)
• ½ inch extra depth each end (for trimming flush with bearing edges)

Recommended Adhesive for Drum Wrap

The industry standard adhesive for drum wrap installation is:

3M 30-NF Fastbond Contact Adhesive

Benefits:

• Strong professional bond
• Flexible after curing
• Resistant to heat and humidity
• Used by professional drum builders

One quart will typically cover an entire five piece drum kit.

Using other adhesives may lead to lifting seams or poor adhesion.

Drum Wrap Installation Tips

For best results follow these steps:

1. Remove all hardware from the drum shell

2. Remove old wrap and adhesive

3. Clean the shell completely

4. Allow shell to dry 24 hours if chemical stripper was used

5. Apply adhesive to both shell and wrap

6. Allow adhesive to tack before applying

7. Roll wrap onto shell slowly to avoid bubbles

8. Trim excess wrap at bearing edges

Taking your time during installation will produce factory-quality results.

Important Drum Wrap Notes

Color Matching

Drum wrap materials are produced in manufacturing batches. Because of this:

• Colors may vary slightly between runs
• Patterns like sparkle or pearl may shift

If color match is critical, order all wraps at the same time.

Seam Placement

Drums larger than 16 inches in diameter may require multiple wrap pieces depending on sheet size.

Most wraps are cut so seams are placed near the bottom of the drum shell where they are less visible.

Wrap Durability

Some wrap finishes require extra care.

Glass Glitter Wrap

• Extremely brittle
• Can crack if bent sharply
• Handle slowly during installation

Additionally, avoid storing drums in direct sunlight for extended periods to prevent shrinking.

Shipping & Delivery

Most drum wrap orders ship within 1–2 business days when material is in stock.

When your wrap arrives:

• Unroll it
• Lay it flat
• Allow it to relax before installation

Free Drum Wrap Sizing Chart

To make measuring easier we created a free printable drum wrap sizing chart.

Download it here ! 

This chart includes common drum sizes and recommended wrap lengths + overlap and trim needed to make your cuts.

Why Choose Bum Wrap Drum Co

Bum Wrap Drum Co. provides

• Custom drum wrap sizing
• Vintage drum restoration parts
• Drum badges and accessories

Visit our store:

www.bumwrapdrumco.com