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I used the water activated Gorilla glue, having tried several other types first. Works great but doesn't half expand so you need to be careful. Link to my re-veneer on the SEAC below.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
KKson said:
I used the water activated Gorilla glue, having tried several other types first. Works great but doesn't half expand so you need to be careful. Link to my re-veneer on the SEAC below.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
Oh heck, Gorilla Glue!https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
It expands to the ends of the earth if you let it...
How did you stop it contaminating the veneer?
I've read talc on the back of the veneer where the dials and switches are.....
I made a press using some 20mm plywood and covered both the face of the veneer and more importantly the wooden press in grease proof paper. TBH the bit of glue on the veneer wasn't an issue as I used a 1200 grit sand paper on my orbital sander to flatten it first, before then applying multiple layers of lacquer, followed by finer and finer rubbing down between lacquer coats.
A very tiny smear of glue was required and it did expand like a silly thing......, but it's certainly strong!
A very tiny smear of glue was required and it did expand like a silly thing......, but it's certainly strong!
Skyedriver said:
KKson said:
I used the water activated Gorilla glue, having tried several other types first. Works great but doesn't half expand so you need to be careful. Link to my re-veneer on the SEAC below.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
Oh heck, Gorilla Glue!https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
It expands to the ends of the earth if you let it...
How did you stop it contaminating the veneer?
I've read talc on the back of the veneer where the dials and switches are to stop it sticking to the press.....
Just in case this helps, but I've been gathering the bits to redo my veneers in the winter. I've read a few threads on this topic and have to admit I was going to try the method of attaching ply to the steel first as per this thread:
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
That said I haven't done it yet, probably best to experiment on a scrap piece first I'm thinking...
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
That said I haven't done it yet, probably best to experiment on a scrap piece first I'm thinking...
I have been thinking about this as well.
Take a look a this video, I was thinking of using one of the wifes hoover suck down clothes bags the seem to suck down really well and seal shut.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Bwkm7i28M
Take a look a this video, I was thinking of using one of the wifes hoover suck down clothes bags the seem to suck down really well and seal shut.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Bwkm7i28M
Edited by BlueWedgy on Thursday 5th November 13:09
Pumpkin123 said:
Just in case this helps, but I've been gathering the bits to redo my veneers in the winter. I've read a few threads on this topic and have to admit I was going to try the method of attaching ply to the steel first as per this thread:
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
That said I haven't done it yet, probably best to experiment on a scrap piece first I'm thinking...
Speaking yesterday to a veneer supplier, he recommended two layers of veneer with the grain at 90 degrees to each other to stop splitting...Personally I think it'll be hard enough to do one layer.https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
That said I haven't done it yet, probably best to experiment on a scrap piece first I'm thinking...
BlueWedgy said:
I have been thinking about this as well.
Take a look a this video, I was thinking of using one of the wives hoover suck down clothes bags the seem to suck down really well and seal shut.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Bwkm7i28M
Interesting idea.Take a look a this video, I was thinking of using one of the wives hoover suck down clothes bags the seem to suck down really well and seal shut.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Bwkm7i28M
Again the veneer supplier said the sheets are pretty flat but dampen them and pile heavy weights on over night to get them properly flat.
Use a roller to flatten them onto the glues base.
I'm quite excited about trying this job. Hope the neighbours don't mind the swearing.
Two layers of veneer sounds like a great idea. Get some cheaper veneer for the middle layer.
It also doesn't have to be a big expensive piece, you can stick bits on that butt up to each other.
I would glue the first layer down a waterproof glue, to keep water away from the steel surface,
Anything you can to stop the steel from rusting, maybe also a coat of paint or varnish on it first,
it's the rust bubbling up over the years that causes problems.
Once the first layer is set, sand down and put on the top layer.
The hoover bag idea sounds good, you should be able to apply a nice even pressure with that.
It also doesn't have to be a big expensive piece, you can stick bits on that butt up to each other.
I would glue the first layer down a waterproof glue, to keep water away from the steel surface,
Anything you can to stop the steel from rusting, maybe also a coat of paint or varnish on it first,
it's the rust bubbling up over the years that causes problems.
Once the first layer is set, sand down and put on the top layer.
The hoover bag idea sounds good, you should be able to apply a nice even pressure with that.
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