Reglue Solid Surface Tub-surround — wit
While doing handyman work (rehanging towel bars and hooks mostly) for a client, she also asked me to re-glue a solid-surface tub surround. She doesn’t know specifically what material it is made of, but it looks like Corian or Swanstone — white plastic about a quarter inch thick.
I tried to tell her that those solid surface materials needed a certified contractor/installer (which I’m not), but she doesn’t want the time or hassle of finding one, or letting one in to the house. In short, she wants to deal with me.
One end of the surround has partially separated from the substrate, which appears to be drywall. The drywall seems to be in pretty good shape, but it was hard to tell without a flashlight. The top corner of the loose end can be pulled a few inches from the wall, but the corner remains intact.
I’d like to do this job, but only if I can do it correctly. What type of adhesive is used, and are there any other tips, tricks, or caveats?
Thanks in advance for the help.
Dave Thompson
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Handyman DIY standard process is to use Liquidnail Tub Surround. Vent as directed and use bracing to apply pressure evenly over liner surface:Wedge-angle broomstick/poles/2x or use closet rod adjustables. Clean off old glue and make sure all surface areas are clear. Make sure it's LQNail-Tub Surround and not LQNail HeavyDuty Project.
Don't let anyone around here know you did this as this is finehomebuilding forum and you did not A:Confer with building inspector. B:Pay for architect. C: Secure all necessary permits. D: Use only top notch expensive materials. E:Contact EPA about possible old lead drainpipe. You'll have to excuse me. Woke up in strange cynical mood this morning. Totally out of character. Long hours days months years on old house renovation is taking toll I think.
Half of good living is staying out of bad situations.
I never had a problem with character. People been telling me I was one ever since I was born.
Edited 8/31/2002 10:09:04 AM ET by rez