Applying contact adhesive

[clonlara]

As the title says, whats the best tool for applying contact adhesive especially to a vertical surface. I am replacing the galley worktop and splashback and want to achieve the best possible result so I want to be able to spread the adhesive uniformly to give the best possible grab. The area to be covered is quite large and the applicator which they supply is a fool of a thing and not suitable for spreading large amounts of glue.
Thanks
Colin

 

[nigelmercier]

Personally, I'd probably use a spray adhesive, this can be messy.

Otherwise, use a thixotropic adhesive, such as Evo Stik Time Bond Contact Adhesive http://amzn.to/1fWX8hC

Non-drip contact adhesive that is ideal for use on vertical and overhead surfaces

And a tool with fine teeth, such as this: http://www.thegluepeople.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=37

 

[coopec]

I would use one of these (which is similar to Contact Adhesive applicator) but to get a thinner layer I would spread one way and the go over it 90 degrees. Why not use a cheap "throw away" brush?

As Nigel says you can get "non drip" type adhesive.


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[coopec]

I am replacing the galley worktop and splashback and want to achieve the best possible result .

Colin, when I built my bathroom cabinet for the hand-basin a cabinet-maker was looking at my handy-work and he pointed out that in time the formica WILL lift because it would often be wet (He was quite adamant). I have decided to epoxy glue a bit of teak trim to mechanically fix the formica along the front of the cabinet. The hand basin will hold the center and hopefully the caulking compound will seal the side and back edges.

 

[PCUK]

You will need a fine tooth applicator the same as the little one supplied. I use the small supplied ones even for large areas and they work well. If you do want something bigger the blade of an old fine tooth tenon saw is ideal.

 

[vyv_cox]

I kept a recent PBO article on veneering because I was intending to do some myself. The article mentions Thixofix although the author, a professional in the art, uses a trade equivalent for cost reasons. He suggests brushing it on to both surfaces. I have tried this but didn't find it easy to control the thickness of the film, so finished up using an applicator similar to the one shown by coopec.

 

[clonlara]

Thanks Guys I like the idea of using an old saw blade, should do the job just fine.
Colin

 

[nigelmercier]

... The article mentions Thixofix ...

I don't think you can get thixotropic glue branded Thixofix any more, but the EvoStik product I linked to is the same. They also do a trade version, TX528. I prefer using it for most jobs that require contact adhesive, it's much nicer to work with.

 

[PCUK]

Thixofix:-
http://www.alphaadhesives.co.uk/cms/cms.jsp?menu_id=22985&category=pg_thixofix

 

[nigelmercier]

Thixofix ...

I stand corrected, I just knew Dunlop didn't make it any more.

 

[30boat]

I wouldn't use contact adhesive at all.There's a huge choice of adhesive /sealants on the market that are better performing.stronger ,waterproof and much easier to apply.CT1 is one.

 

[Rigger Mortice]

.....and think about using a mask which is suitable for use with the solvents in the glue. Otherwise you may learn about the fad for sniffing glue. Don't ask how I learnt that lesson!

 

[nimbusgb]

.....and think about using a mask which is suitable for use with the solvents in the glue. Otherwise you may learn about the fad for sniffing glue. Don't ask how I learnt that lesson!

ditto! Re veneering the entire inside of a 38' boat I got high a couple of times. Mega 'hangovers' too!