Master Of Mess --When Using Glue----

[raysouth]

Howdy All,

I have decided it was time to look for some good advice pertaining to glue/adhesive application tools and methods. I am the worlds worst when it comes to any glue application and know nothing about the proper consistency of the contact adhesive I use.

I always seem to have a string of glue following me from the container and landing on the surface where it does not need to be. lol. It seems to me, that it is rather thick but I do not have any idea of what it should be like. Can you help?

Also need suggestions as to type container or glue pot that is best for contact cement to allow me to get away from using it from can as I now do.

Rubber cement--- Another mess but cleanup is a bit easier. Is rubber glue always the suggested adhesive to use when lining wallets, bracelets, etc????

Things that flex need it and never contact cement??

I would really like to become a better crafter and not become frustrated with the glue thing, as I seem to do, and hope I can pick up enough tips and advice here to help me smooth out my methods.

Thank you for taking time to consider assisting.

God Bless.

Ray

[electrathon]

Rubber cement; Temperary bonding

Contact cement: Permanant bonding

If your glue is too thick add a little bit of thinner, not too much though.

I have been using Rennia instead of Barge and it is less stringy and easier to use and seems stronger.

[raysouth]

Rubber cement; Temperary bonding

Contact cement: Permanant bonding

If your glue is too thick add a little bit of thinner, not too much though.

I have been using Rennia instead of Barge and it is less stringy and easier to use and seems stronger.

Just sent you a pm.

Thank you for the assistance.

God Bless.

Ray

[Red Cent]

I use gel contact cement. Messy. There are a number of water soluble contact cements out there including the 3M stuff. The water soluble can be used from a squeeze bottle which would be very handy and the clean up should be great. Planning to pick up some.

[KandB]

I use E6000 - it's good enough for gluing metal anvils, and I've found it to be the best at permanantly gluing leather. I tried barge, I tried contact, I tried a bunch of others, but short of the glue used for shoe making that requires heat, I haven't found anything that is as strong as the E6000.

I put it in a calking gun and make sure the hole is tiny to avoid overflowing - then I just use the gun to paint the glue whereever needed - followed by a Popsicle stick to smooth it out and make sure it reaches all the edges of the leather.

Hope that helps!

[electrathon]

I use E6000 - it's good enough for gluing metal anvils, and I've found it to be the best at permanantly gluing leather. I tried barge, I tried contact, I tried a bunch of others, but short of the glue used for shoe making that requires heat, I haven't found anything that is as strong as the E6000.

I put it in a calking gun and make sure the hole is tiny to avoid overflowing - then I just use the gun to paint the glue whereever needed - followed by a Popsicle stick to smooth it out and make sure it reaches all the edges of the leather.

Hope that helps!

Interesting. E6000 is amazing but is so thick and goopy I would have never considered it for use as a leather glue. Worth a try.

[KandB]

I suppose that depends on the leather work you're doing - I work mainly with 4-6oz leather, and I use it on everything from oil tanned to vegtan. It comes in 3 different consistencies so you can get a more liquid one, but I like the thicker stuff because it doens't spill everywhere, it just goes where my popscicle stick sends it, and in a thin layer it keeps everything in place.

[WScott]

Gonna try that E6000, can get it at Home Depot

Never heard of it before, been using Lepages Heavy Duty Contact cement....ok but messy and stringy and the cap lets air in so it hardens too quick in the can.

Edited September 30, 2013 by WScott

[raysouth]

I have used E6000 but never thought of using on leather. My tube may be out of date by now but will give it a shot today when I go to the shop. I know it is a good product as have used it for other applications.

Thanks for making me aware of the leather use.

God Bless.

Ray

[Sturme]

When spreading out contact glue and rubber cement, I use small plastic putty knives. can get at any super store or hardware store really cheap

[zorrow]

I have been using water soluble contact for everything leather. I apply it with disposable acid brushes. What is most important to me is no toxic fumes, can be used indoors around family and no one keels over from bad stink, Brushes wash out with water.

[Dwight]

I use both liquid and gel Weldwood contact cement. I apply it with acid brushes bought from Harbor Freight for about 3 or 4 cents each, . . . use and pitch.

I only buy pint cans, . . . so I never have to worry about it drying out.

After applying the cement, . . . I go back over it and flatten any puddles, . . . then grab the heat gun, . . . low setting, . . . about 30 seconds later, . . . I'm ready to put them together and continue on with the project.

I like doing it that way as it keeps me focused on the project I am on, . . . without a lot of extra "down time" waiting.

I've tried Tandy's contact cement (ugh !), . . . water based contact cement (doesn't hold as well), . . . white glue (messy), . . . yellow glue (takes too long to dry), . . . but always come back to Weldwood. Been using it for a few decades, . . . I like it.

May God bless,

Dwight

[raysouth]

Hello Dwight,

Have you tried the Weldwood non-flammable contact adhesive, and if so, are you pleased with the results?

God Bless.

Ray

2nd attempt to get this posted.