Gluing Corrugated Plastic Sheets

Sand the plastic surface lightly.

Gluing corrugated plastic sheets.

Sanding the plastic will make it more porous and increase its overall surface area allowing it to bond to the wood more easily. For 2 4 or 5 use plastic glue such as loctite plastics bonding system or scotch weld dp 1080. Epoxy glues must be mixed with a hardening agent to form a secure bond. They simply don t wet out and can t allow the glue to get a good grip.

At this point i don t think there is any glue that works perfectly and reliably all the time. Royal blue corrugated plastic sheet 10 pack model cor4896 rbl 194 59 case 194 59 case out of stock online. Apply a small amount of polishing compound to the plastic according to the label directions. If there is any stress on the bond use a secondary fastener like a wire stitch or one of the high end tapes.

The heat or corona treatment helps as does wiping with denatured alcohol but it is not a sure process. If the number is a 7 or 9 use an epoxy or cyanoacrylate. Commonly referred to by the brand name correx. Find the recycling symbol on the plastic which will have a number in the middle.

For the same reasons corrugated plastic sheets such as coroplast are hard to tape they are also hard to glue and paint. If it s a 6 use a poly cement or epoxy. Bonding correx corrugated plastic sheet tecbond instant bonding hot melt adhesives are ideal for gluing corrugated plastic sheet also known as polypropylene fluted board. Mix the glue according to the manufacturer s instructions.

Some epoxy glues have an ejection gun that mixes as it dispenses while others will need to be mixed by hand. Clean the surface of the plastic to remove any grime and dirt using dish detergent and warm water. Wait 3 to 5 minutes for the polishing compound to set. Go over the broadest area of the plastic piece with a square of high grit sandpaper before you get gluing.

Then combine lukewarm water with a small amount of dish soap. Set your store to see local availability see similar items. Dip a clean sponge or cloth into the mixture and gently rub the polycarbonate to remove any small contaminants. Use only a few smooth delicate strokes to avoid roughing up the plastic too much.

To glue plastic together start by selecting the right glue. Some corrugated plastic sheets are surface treated to improve adhesion. Orange corrugated plastic sheet 10 pack. Rob shows a clip of plastic laminating where heat fuses plastic to paper.