I have an old mirror, to which I’d like to afix some thin oak trim, using adhesive. Any recommendations?
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DUCO cement.
Old school.
Chuck S
Duco tends to dry and crack over time. I'd probably go with auto trim adhesive, if I couldn't get hold of the double-stick tape that the glass companies use.
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I like the double stick tape idea. I'll make some calls in the morning, see if I can find the good automotive stuff.
I would go to an automotive supply store like Pep Boys, Auto Zone or NAPA.
Peruse the package on Loctite's Rear View Mirror Cement and see what else they claim it will bond to......glass + ?
There was a adhesive advise web site......Thistothat.com or something similar......
From thistothat.com: glass to wood
A less toxic alternative would be:
but it isn't as strong.
The fastest and also less toxic recommendation would be:
Whenever you are gluing glass you must consider the visibility of the adhesive. If the glass is translucent or transparent, you will want a glue that dries as clear as possible.
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Edited 9/30/2009 8:46 pm ET by JTC1
Jim,
Thanks for providing so many good resources and answers.
Peter
Just to be sure: You realize that you should NOT glue anything to the back of the mirror, right? Gluing to the back of the mirror will likely destroy it.
That brings up an excellent point......
why not mirror adhesive? Designed specifically for gluing mirrors to walls.
JimNever underestimate the value of a sharp pencil or good light.
The mirror adhesives I'm aware of are fairly thick and you use them in blobs to glue up mirrors. (And these are mirrors with an extra-thick backing that can stand up to the adhesive.) For this job a fairly thin layer of adhesive is needed, for appearance reasons.
As I stood before the gates I realized that I never want to be as certain about anything as were the people who built this place. --Rabbi Sheila Peltz, on her visit to Auschwitz
Just to be sure: You realize that you should NOT glue anything to the back of the mirror, right?
The reason this mirror is getting trimmed is because some of the silver has come off near the bottom. Just trying to save it for another generation or so. The oak is surplus that I've had on hand for a few years.
Most of the antique picture frame mirrors I have worked with have it framed just like a picture, dado in frame and mirror slips in from back. Masonite or cardboard behind it, then push points or clips.
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because you more than likely used mirro mastic....
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This mirror has a beveled edge all around, no frame. The surplus oak trim I have on hand is some thin stock which only lends itself to surface applications.
BTW, this isn't an antique restoration, just an inexpensive way to use what I have on hand to accomplish a simple task.
How come all the mirrors I have glued to walls are not destroyed then?
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i wouldn't use nails.
http://www.autobodysupplies.com/double-sided-tape.htm
Double sided clear film or foam would maybe look best when looking at backside reflection. The thicker the glass, the more it matters.
Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end.
don't get any of these adhesives that have been suggested on the silver backing/plating...
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WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
double stick tape...
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming
WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
http://www.shurtape.com/default.aspx?Tabid=75&Level1=34
We picked up a couple of rolls of the blue stuff at Lowes a few months ago.
Good stuff.
High tack, and sticks like dried poo in a wool blanket!
edit. ment that fot Hudson Valley
Edited 10/1/2009 6:05 am ET by DaveRicheson
We picked up a couple of rolls of the blue stuff at Lowes a few months ago.
Good stuff.
Thanks. What department was it in?
painting department...
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming<!----><!----><!---->
WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
painting department...
Thanks. It's on my list for my next trip.
scope the glue subsection...
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WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
Imerc makes a good point.
DW uses a clear glue for art glass work. Glass to glass, glass on metal, wood, you nameit. She will mosaic it.
I'll get the name of it for you.
gotta be ultra careful not to get anything but rated mastic on the silver or it will go south in a heart beat.... or less...
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming<!----><!----><!---->
WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
I was thinking he was going on the glass side only.
Paint the backside of the trim black, as you'll likely see a reflection of it along the edge...PaulB
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Paint the backside of the trim black, as you'll likely see a reflection of it along the edge...
Thanks Paul, I'll do that.
yes...
but he has to be carful of any "cements" leaching or oozing onto the silver...
hazing, fisheyes, cracking have a very good chance of occuring or the silver will "peel" whick will be seen outright or thru reflection..
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming<!----><!----><!---->
WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
Yep, I was immediately sold on the double stick tape idea. Now I just gotta find some good stuff locally. Yellow pages in the morning.
auto body...
it'd the tape they put body mouldings and labels/name plates on with..
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming<!----><!----><!---->
WOW!!! What a Ride!
Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
outdoor carpet tape.. the mesh looking stuff...
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Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
"Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints"
Gorilla glue. Be sure to follow the directions and only dampen the non porous material.
I've done it a dozen times with great results.
Art thou seriousic? GG will expand into a foam if not constrained and make a (difficult to remove) mess. And besides, GG sets hard and what is needed is something that remains flexible.
As I stood before the gates I realized that I never want to be as certain about anything as were the people who built this place. --Rabbi Sheila Peltz, on her visit to Auschwitz
Dan, He's trying to glue some oak to the glass surface.
1. He only needs to use a very thin line of glue. Foaming out shouldn't even be an issue. You don't apply it like it's white wood glue.
2.Why does it "need" to be flexible?
Like I originally said, I've done the very same thing with good results. buic