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  • can anyone tell me how to fix foamex to dibond please?

    Posted by Jeremy Howes on October 9, 2008 at 8:16 am

    Hello all,
    To cut a long story short, I have to fix 5mm Simona Foam board (2370×385) to existing 3mm Dibond in situ, how would you suggest I do this?, there is room for screws.

    Best regards
    Jeremy

    Gary Birch replied 15 years, 6 months ago 4 Members · 7 Replies
  • 7 Replies
  • Gary Birch

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 8:36 am

    Is VHB tape not an option??

    Cheers

    Gary

  • Peter Dee

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 8:51 am

    I did this sort of size once using Evostick Timebond contact adhesive.
    It has never lifted or buckled and no visible fixings.

  • Jeremy Howes

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 9:11 am

    Thank you both for your replies.
    I was hoping that VHB tape might be suggested, which manufacturer would you recommend and how would this be best arranged on the back of panels this size? eg. cut to what length and gaps between

    I hope this makes sense.

    Best regards
    Jeremy

  • David Rogers

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 9:26 am

    Used this method on various occasions.

    Evo-stik ‘serious stuff’ & foam d/sided tape.

    Nice long strips of tape top, middle & bottom. And loads of blobs of the adhesive.

    Tape gives instant grab & holds it in place for years…adhesive ensures it’ll never move…ever.

  • Gary Birch

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 9:53 am

    I buy a none branded tape from Orbital products in Leeds 0113 279 4777

    The type I use is 6200 Ultrabond 1mm clear 25mm wide.

    The amount you use depends on where it is, how easy you want it to be removed etc. In my experience you don`t need to go over the top though.

    Cheers

    Gary

  • Jeremy Howes

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 10:28 am

    Thanks David for the very useful tips.

    Gary,
    Great recommendation, I have just contacted Orbital and ordered a roll.

    Many thanks

    Jeremy

  • Gary Birch

    Member
    October 9, 2008 at 11:36 am

    No problem. Its nice to be able to help for a change instead of always asking for it 😀

    Cheers

    Gary

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