+teambaconpancakes Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 What do people find is the best type of glue to use when camouflaging caches, such as gluing bark, pinecones, or branches to a container? I live in Alberta, so we have very cold (and long) winters, so apart from rain the glue would also need to hold up under cold and constantly wet conditions. I've bought some 5 minute Epoxi, as well as some waterproof carpenters (wood) glue, because I read that some people use these. Thought I'd see what everyone thinks is the best for the job. Thanks! Quote Link to comment
+Foothills Drifter Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Howdy...... I use 5 minute epoxy or Gorilla Super Glue. Vern / Foothills Drifter... Quote Link to comment
+niraD Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I've had good results with outdoor adhesive caulk. But I'm also a fan of using mechanical fasteners (screws, bolts, rivets, etc.) when possible, using caulk only to waterproof the area where the mechanical fastener penetrates the container. Quote Link to comment
+oceansoul41 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I was about to post a question on the same topic.. Mine was more specific to .. say.. adhering plastic pill bottles etc.. into rubber/plastic toys etc.. in a HOT/HUMID climate.. =) would you use the same stuff as listed previously or something different? Thanks in advance! =) ~angela Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 (edited) Marine Goop or Shoo Goo. Strong, clear and flexible. Edited July 23, 2013 by briansnat Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Probably better off in the general forum where it will get more exposure. Quote Link to comment
GrandPotentate Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I use E6000 for EVERTHING. Works great on smooth surfaces (even glass) has a very low order, is clear, and can be found in just about any craft store. Quote Link to comment
+CanadianRockies Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Marine Goop or Shoo Goo. Strong, clear and flexible. I'll second this Goop suggestion. I also live in Alberta and have found that Goop stands up well to the temperature extremes here. It also sticks to many types of surfaces. You can pick up a tube at Rona, Home Depot, and plenty of other places. Quote Link to comment
+niraD Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I use E6000 for EVERTHING. Works great on smooth surfaces (even glass) has a very low order, is clear, and can be found in just about any craft store.Interesting. That looks very useful (and not just for geocache construction). How well does it hold up to exposure to the elements? Quote Link to comment
+SwineFlew Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 J-B Weld. Anything that can handle any elements. If nothing work, bolt and nut or just weld it up with a MIG welder. Quote Link to comment
+wimseyguy Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Ditto suggestion for Marine Goop. The thicker viscosity makes it easier to work into uneven surfaces and it doesn't foam up like gorilla glue does. If it's made to use on boats in the water, it should be good for holding cache pieces together on land. Quote Link to comment
+hukilaulau Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 What do people find is the best type of glue to use when camouflaging caches, such as gluing bark, pinecones, or branches to a container? Thanks! I have a decon container hidden in an evergreen tree that I coated with Gorilla Glue, then rolled in leaves, twigs and dirt. It's been out for 8 years and still has some of the original camo on it. Quote Link to comment
GrandPotentate Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 I use E6000 for EVERTHING. Works great on smooth surfaces (even glass) has a very low order, is clear, and can be found in just about any craft store.Interesting. That looks very useful (and not just for geocache construction). How well does it hold up to exposure to the elements? It's a silicone based glue the remains flexible after it dries. It seems to hold up well through winters, but we don't have super harsh winters. Quote Link to comment
Clan Riffster Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 I've conducted trial runs on various adhesives, testing their ability to hold natural items, (moss / bark / etc), to plastics, such as decon kits and Lock & Locks. Many adhesives failed, but there were a few that stood the test of time and significant temperature change, maintaining their adhesive qualities and their flexibility. Shoe GooP was one. It did a pretty good job. The only negative point it scored was that, as pieces of the natural camo dried up and broke off, the Shoe Goop became noticeably visible. Enough so that it drew the eye to the container, having the opposite intended effect for camouflage. The adhesive that won those trials was Liquid Nails Roof Repair caulk. From ungodly hot to freezing cold, it retained both adhesion and flexibility. As a bonus, where the camo medium broke away from the caulk, the only thing visible was a blacking, misshapen blob, which actually helped hide the container. The only area it lost points was odor and messiness. This stuff stinks so bad you are forced to go outside to work with it, and it will permanently stain anything it touches, so rubber gloves and old clothes are a must. Quote Link to comment
+justintim1999 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 I agree with Swineflew. JB Weld bonds just about anything. I've used it with great success. It's a two part apoxy. Just mix equal parts of each and slap it on just about anything. It also comes in a formula just for wood. Quote Link to comment
GrandPotentate Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 I agree with Swineflew. JB Weld bonds just about anything. I've used it with great success. It's a two part apoxy. Just mix equal parts of each and slap it on just about anything. It also comes in a formula just for wood. does it get brittle when frozen? Quote Link to comment
Clan Riffster Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 I agree with Swineflew. JB Weld bonds just about anything. I've used it with great success. It's a two part apoxy. Just mix equal parts of each and slap it on just about anything. It also comes in a formula just for wood. does it get brittle when frozen? From my experience? Yes, it does. To date I haven't found any two part epoxy that retains flexibility. Quote Link to comment
+SwineFlew Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 I agree with Swineflew. JB Weld bonds just about anything. I've used it with great success. It's a two part apoxy. Just mix equal parts of each and slap it on just about anything. It also comes in a formula just for wood. does it get brittle when frozen? Yes, oh yes. In my part of the county, its really awesome to work with since it doesnt get that cold in the winter. If you are in cold county (that drop under zero all winter long, you might wanna try something else. Quote Link to comment
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