Glue and Adhesives

Sticky Fingers was created on 1971-04-23.

Stuck Together with God's Glue was created in 1990.

You do not want to use a glass mold when casting resin.

Resin is a two-part compound that, when mixed in proper proportions, becomes completely hard when dry. When casting resin, you want to use a flexible mold, such as a silicone mold, to cast it.

Once the resin has hardened, you can flex a silicone or rubber mold, stretching and bending it to allow air between the mold and the shape, which allows the mold to release the resin form. The mold will revert back to its original state after the form has been released.

A glass mold has no flexibility. If you cast resin in a glass mold, the resin will harden exactly the size of the cavity in your glass mold. While it will not bond to the glass, the result is the same. Once the resin is hard, there will be no way for air to come between the resin form and the glass mold. The resin will essentially be vacuum-sealed in place. If you have a more complex form, such as a rose shape, the resin will be stuck in place permanently. A more simple shape, such as a square, might release over time. If you set the mold upside-down, a combination of gravity, and the effects of temperature and humidity on the glass and resin, may release the resin after many weeks or months.

If you have already cast your resin into the glass mold, your only option will be to wait to see if the cast will eventually release, or carefully break the glass mold from around the resin.

I am working on a project, did all my research, and now am ready! I started two days ago.. this is what I'm doing... I am filling the clear glue up in a vase, and need to know how to make it dry. We tried freezing it overnight, it worked perfectly until it defrosted... So were thinking about putting it in the oven, but don't know what the results of that will be... We are also considering a fan, but would that blow around the objects in the glue? And suggestions? Anything will be much appreciated. Thank you!

Yes, you can apply epoxy to marblelite, but it's important to ensure proper surface preparation for optimal adhesion. Clean the marblelite thoroughly to remove any dust, grease, or contaminants, and consider lightly sanding the surface to improve the bond. Additionally, choose an epoxy specifically formulated for use on non-porous surfaces to achieve the best results. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for application and curing.

"CA" means cyanoacrylate. You want "foam safe CA."

Smear a thin coat on both surfaces and join them immediately and clamp as soon as possible, leaving clamps on 12 hours.

Yellow Sticky Notes was created in 2007.

I believe these are just different names for cheap vinyl floor tile where you pull off a sheet of shiny paper to expose the adhesive.

Yes but not for long

super glue, it will stick acrylic pant will stick to the canvas and the super glue will stick to the acrylic paint. plus superglue is clear and won't run. your painting will look wonderful!

You can buy Krazy Glue in many stores . I have seen it in Walmart, London Drugs, Canadian Tire, Home Depot, Target, amd Rona.

No, PVA is not usually in wallpaper adhesive.

It's called Quik Dots. You get a roll of asphalt tape with a protective covering on both sides. They cut it into squares, stick one on the back of each marker, take the markers to the road, peel off the other cover and stick the marker to the road. The first hot day melts the asphalt, and makes the marker bond permanently. You get it from the same company that sells the reflectors.

It is a version of PVC glue.

Yes, the approxi super glue is bad when it gets to the hands because it takes a long time to be removed.

If you're talking about the rear glass window on a convertible top, try using double-sided sticky tape, the kind auto parts stores sell for installing plastic side molding. It works great, just clean the area well before you apply it.

Many 'industrial' adhesives available in 'caulk' tubes will glue plywood to cement. PL Premium is one of the best.

Yes, soften it with Goof Off, then scrape it with a craft knife, blade almost parallel with tile.

You have to NAME the glue before we can answer that.

Yes, it can - but has limited success. I used it on the edges of a small flag on my car radio antenna, but it didn't take long for the wind to rip it apart.

I would cut it off with a very sharp craft knife.

Yes it is stronger.