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Post by jimmysmith on Oct 14, 2020 8:38:33 GMT -7
is there a standard glue everyone uses for retolexing a cabinet ? i have no experience thought someone might steer me right,, thanks in advance,,something i can buy at lowes or home depot etc,,,
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Post by jbrad on Oct 14, 2020 10:19:35 GMT -7
Would that not just be contact glue, say like 3M that is available in a spray can?
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Post by steiner on Oct 14, 2020 10:29:05 GMT -7
Most any glue should work, given the contact area is clean. The difficulty comes with squeeze-out and insuring the tolex stays put while the adhesive cures. I'd use painter's tape to protect from squeeze-out, Titebond III glue and sufficient straps to control the clamping pressure.
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Post by lowbudget on Oct 14, 2020 10:39:55 GMT -7
Most any glue should work, given the contact area is clean. The difficulty comes with squeeze-out and insuring the tolex stays put while the adhesive cures. I'd use painter's tape to protect from squeeze-out, Titebond III glue and sufficient straps to control the clamping pressure. I’ve done all these things but used regular old Elmer’s white glue. It worked great. The trick is to clamp it tight for at least 24 hours.
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Post by nixpix on Oct 14, 2020 19:23:05 GMT -7
From my local Home Depot - Dap Contact Cement applied to the wood and 3M adhesive spray applied to the tolex worked for me. Although I will use a different spray next time because the 3M came out clumpy.
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Post by zpilot on Oct 14, 2020 19:54:38 GMT -7
I've used several different adhesives with varying success. The last cabinet I covered I used Loctite Spray Adhesive. It is labeled "Multi Purpose". It worked fine for me. I got it at Menards. I clamped the edges in place till it cured and then made my final seam cuts. Otherwise with solvent based adhesives the Tolex stretches and then shrinks as it cures leaving a gap. You don't get that with water based adhesives but I don't think they adhere as well. I've heard from several sources that Fender originally used wallpaper paste. Never tried it but it makes sense. Leo and his crew was big on saving money everywhere they could and that is pretty cheap.
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Post by jimmysmith on Oct 14, 2020 20:56:45 GMT -7
hey thanks for the info,, i got the dap contact adhesive,, i wasnt even aware that i would have to use clamps,, ok, i think it get it now...
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Post by Scumback Speakers on Oct 16, 2020 18:18:06 GMT -7
There is a water based contact adhesive for tolex from Tubes And More, aka CE Distribution. That's what I used on my all of my Marshall cab restorations.
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Post by Jaguarguy (Mike) on Oct 16, 2020 18:53:24 GMT -7
There is a water based contact adhesive for tolex from Tubes And More, aka CE Distribution. That's what I used on my all of my Marshall cab restorations. I appreciate the expertise you bring to the Forum!! Thanks!
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Post by zpilot on Oct 16, 2020 19:37:04 GMT -7
I believe that is the same product that Mojotone sells.
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Post by Scumback Speakers on Oct 19, 2020 7:10:39 GMT -7
CE Distribution Tolex part #: Quart S-F316 609722167628
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Post by zpilot on Oct 19, 2020 12:28:22 GMT -7
CE Distribution Tolex part #: Quart S-F316 609722167628 This water-based stuff would be my preference, for several reasons. Mostly because they are easier to work with. One caveat though. You are not supposed to allow them to freeze. I make sure I am home when something like this arrives if I order it in the winter so it does not sit outside for hours.
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Post by Scumback Speakers on Oct 20, 2020 7:59:48 GMT -7
You can't use this glue below 65 degrees, or in temps hotter than 90. Takes too long to setup when it's cold, and sets up WAY too fast when it's hot.
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