I'm trying to repair a cupboard doorhandle where the metal part screws onto the door, then the glass knob you pull is glued onto that. I seperated the two when I knocked it with a heavy crate I was carrying. I've tried gluing it with contact adhesive, and am currently trying 2 part superglue. Any other ideas?
Glue for glass to metal?
Apr 15, 2018
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Go to an an auto parts store and get the glue that is used to glue the mirror to the windshield.
Make sure you remove the old glue fefore putting on the new.
Thanks, I'll give that a go, although isn't the mirror bracket plastic?
I'd use epoxy.
I used to use araldite for everything, but I found contact adhesive worked better.
Since its James Wilkinson [pork] Sword, I'd suggest Sarin
I live in Scotland, there aren't enough Muslims up here to obtain the ingredients.
No use. The right thing is to go to a car parts shop and see if they still stock the UV curing adhsive that was used to stick the catches onto quarterlights and make sure that it is exposed to sunlight.
SteveW
Epoxy - but does need to be clamped etc until it sets. You can get clear stuff. Way stronger than contact and more versatile than superglue.
I'm going to try the rearview mirror adhesive as suggested by someone else.
I've tried Araldite (which is the best epoxy?) on lots of things and it never lasts long.
There are various types epoxies and package may tell you best use. For quick setting jobs I will use the fastest cure but strongest adhesion is usually the longest lasting bond. As others mention you need clean surfaces on both pieces to get the best bond.
I've always found no matter how clean the surface is, if it's something smooth (like metal or glass), then the glue can't get a purchase on it.
A file, emery cloth, or coarse sandpaper might be a good thing to use.
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You must be doing something wrong...
Well, rough it up. Sandpaper will work on the metal and a dab or two of hydrofluoric acid will etch the glass nicely.
Epoxy does in fact work, but your suggestion is better.
From my experience, gloss paint is resistant to removal - unless you want it to stick, of course.
Then you are using it in unsuitable applications and/or not using it correctly. Which does not surprise me.
Thanks, I'll try that.
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