How can I glue this material to a flat surface, probably ply ? It has a glossy plastic backing so I assume a glue such as pva will not work; I intend to use the film for sharpening as it has a 20 micron grit.
Glue for 3M microfinishing Film
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Droogs
Not the Sharpest Moderator in the box
Artists spray adhesive, something like this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SprayMount-YP20 ... y+adhesive
If you are going to use it for sharpening then its best to get yourself a piece of plate glass, as this will have a much truer surface than ply.
regards
droogs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SprayMount-YP20 ... y+adhesive
If you are going to use it for sharpening then its best to get yourself a piece of plate glass, as this will have a much truer surface than ply.
regards
droogs
Just to second what Droogs said - get some plate glass, or at least MDF. Ply wont be flat enough for sharpening. If you do obtain glass then if spray adhesive isn't to hand you'll find that water alone will eventually achieve enough grip between the 3m backing and the glass. You just need to use a finger to hold the 3m in place to get you started and then suction will grip enough.
Glynne
Established Member
All the films I've used are self adhesive so your shiny side should peel off. Some of the older films have paper backing but again these should be self adhesive.
When it comes to replacing films, getting the old adhesive off your flat surface can be a problem but acetone (as in nail varnish remover) works well - tip courtesy of Peter Sefton.
When it comes to replacing films, getting the old adhesive off your flat surface can be a problem but acetone (as in nail varnish remover) works well - tip courtesy of Peter Sefton.
