Adhesives

Question 1

PVA uses and how to use

Answer 1

for wood or card/materials based boards and fabrics. Indoor use but it can come in weatherproof. Needs clamping until set and fully set in 6 hours

Question 2

Contact adhesives uses and how to use

Answer 2

used for same or mixed materials bonding. Apply on each side and wait for it to become tacking and needs a little clamping

Question 3

UV hardening uses and how to use

Answer 3

mixed materials and cures in uv light. Excess can be cleared off without affecting surface. Clear - usually for glass or transparent materials

Question 4

Solvent cement uses and how to use

Answer 4

plastic to plastic only - toxic. Softens the edges and acts like welding (almost melts the plastic together). Will mark plastic so cant be used in areas seen

Question 5

Epoxy resin uses and how to use

Answer 5

can join mixed materials. Can be time consuming and takes a long time to set. Strong odour and sometimes can be poured in large quantities (table tops)