What is the best way to glue two pieces of Plexiglass together?
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Plexiglas is a strong, transparent plastic with various uses.You will need a special type of glue called methylene chloride to bond two pieces because it is transparent and needs to perform well in high-stress applications.The methylene chloride is a type of cement that works by melting the acrylic.
To glue plexiglas, you need to clean the surface with soap and water and then dry it with a cloth.Next, fit the glass pieces together to ensure a snug fit and secure them in place with masking tape or clamps.Use a 25 gauge needle to apply methylene chloride glue to the joint between the two glass pieces.Allow the glue to set for 48 hours to make a bond.Fine-grit sandpaper can be used to smooth out any rough patches on the joint after the glue is set.Before you glue the pieces together, read on for tips on cutting plexiglas.Did the summary help you?