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james_magic Regular user Australia 124 Posts |
Hello,
I'm fixing up a vanishing dove cage and was wondering what type of glue to use to glue material to wood? I'm not sure what the material is called but it is that metallic sort of silver material. In the past I've used PVA glue and it's worked but is their something better. By the way I'm from Australia, so brands that are from where you are writing from, might not be sold here. I was just after the general type of glue to use. Also, is spray on glue better? Thanks heaps in advance. James |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
I am not sure about the type of material you are talking about, but 3M Super 77 is the recommended spray adhesive for fabric to wood or metal.
Regan
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james_magic Regular user Australia 124 Posts |
Would I get that glue from a hardware store or a material shop? Thanks.
James |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
I found some at a fabric shop.
What exactly is the metallic material? There could even be a better type of glue out there for it. 3M makes spray adhesive for a variety of things. Regan Posted: Nov 30, 2004 8:57pm --------------------------------------------- James, I found a place in Australia where you can order 3M Products. Here is the link. Read it over, you might find a more suitable type. http://www.embossingtapesupplies.com.au/prod06.html Hope this helps. Regan
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London Special user U.S.A. 769 Posts |
When you say material do you mean fabric? Because all the items used to build anting are the materials.
THOUGHTfully,
LONDON |
james_magic Regular user Australia 124 Posts |
Yes I mean fabric. I don't know what it's actually called.....it is really thin fabric though, so the glue might go through it. That's what I'm worried about.
James |
London Special user U.S.A. 769 Posts |
They make some really good fabric glues. The best I have used are in spray cans. Off hand I cannot think of any brand names however any fabric shop should be able to supply it.
THOUGHTfully,
LONDON |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
Check out that link. It gives descriptions as to what the specific glues are best suited for. Don Drake told me to use the 3M Super 77 for glueing fabric to wood and/or metal.
Regan
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TricksDaniel Loyal user Pensacola,FL 248 Posts |
Go with the 3M Super 77 as Mister Mystery suggests. I use it on all the Dondrake designs I have built. I have also used it for years on car panel doors and speaker boxes when applying fabric. If you don't have a wal-mart go to the local hardware store, they should have it. If not look for Duro All Purpose spray adhesive or one made by Elmer's glue. They work just as well but need touching up after a little while of use. There is the cheap versions but I would not recommend these as they don't have enough adhesive in them. Hope this helps.
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M-Illusion Special user 549 Posts |
3M Super 77 is definitely the way to go. I've used a lot of different spray adhesives for various projects and this is the only type that I have been completely satisfied with.
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james_magic Regular user Australia 124 Posts |
Would the 3M Super 77 still work if the fabric is rather thin? Im worried about the glue seeping through the fabric. Thanks heaps for all your help.
James |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
I think it will work with most thin fabric. Don't sray it on the fabric, spray the wood lightly and apply the fabric to it. Just to be safe, I would do a test and practice a little on some scrap pieces of fabric and wood. This way you can be sure before you mess something up.
Regan
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james_magic Regular user Australia 124 Posts |
Thanks, I will try that. I'll let you all know how my new look Vanishing Dove Cage goes. Cheers.
James |
imagique New user 61 Posts |
The problem is that the 77 is a contact cement. If you're not lined up the first shot, you're in trouble. You can't reposition. Make sure that you keep this in mind when considering your use.
I prefer to let there be a certain amount of seepage, depending on the material, and using Weldbond, a glue similar to Elmers. 77 is very good about standing up on material, and not seeping, similar qualities to rubber cement. JF |
QUAXURAN New user 10 Posts |
Hey guys,
Has anyone ever used Elmer's Glue on the palm for palming cards and/or coins? I'm thinking about spreading a thin layer of Elmer's on my palm and spreading it thin so it looks like my own skin but is unnoticeable. I'm hoping the tackiness on the exposed side would allow "normal" looking palming of coins and cards. When you're done, just peel off the "glue" skin. I'm planning on using it for palming and then switching a coin when I use a gimmicked coin (e.g., Bite-out-quarter, Karate Coin, etc.). What do you think? Has anyone ever done something like this? Laters! |
kaytracy Inner circle Central California 1793 Posts |
If the fabric is very thin or sheer, do not worry about the glue, spray or otherwise seeping though unless it is in big blobs. once all is dry, it should be just fine, and will in fact bond the fabric a bit better than just the surface. If you experience tackiness from the glue, rubber cements, and some contact cements, or two parts that are not cured at just the right temp. I usually use a bit of talc or baby powder to dust the sticky surface.
Kay and Tory
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