which glue to use...

[shoppingnetty]

I need to glue a metal bail to the back of a glass tile.  Does anyone know the best and strongest way to do this?   

[Russ Nobbs]

Most people use E-6000 for this. It is very easy and forgiving to use. 2 part , 24 hour epoxy is usually a stronger bond but it has no "give" for flexible things like barrettes.

For gluing hints take a look at this blog entry and these epoxies.

There are some good gluing tips on this epoxy page.

Does this help?

[Polly]

E-6000 is our most popular glue, since it works for so many types of bonds, and doesn't require any mixing.

For the strongest bond, in an area that won't require any flex, I recommend 2-part epoxy.  I'm partial to the Rings & Things 24-hour epoxy, since I have some earrings glued with it in the 80's, that are still holding together! However, the Hammerhead epoxy is also very good, and doesn't require measuring (due to the plunger dispenser).  The Epoxy 220 and 330 are nearly as strong as these 2, and have other specialty niches.

[TaoGem]

 The Epoxy 220 and 330 are nearly as strong as these 2, and have other specialty niches.

I like the two part Epoxy too. A bit off topic, but it works excellent for bonding gemstone material together. Intarsias and such.. Holds up excellent even doming an intarsia type preform on a cabbing machine..

Good stuff !

[wnorm]

Hi.I'm a newbie. I also like epoxy. But I have issues with the fumes even though I take the proper precautions. I actually got inhalant pneumonia a number of years ago from working with epoxy. What do you suggest I use instead?

[Polly]

The type of adhesive to use, depends greatly on what you're trying to glue together.

Here is our full adhesives category.  Each glue lists the applications that it is best for.

If you are gluing large quantities of items on a regular basis, you should invest in some type of ventilation system.

[Luann Udell]

Another tip on glues--some have a shelf life.  I never had any luck with E 6000, though others raved about it.  I finally called the manufacturer to ask them what the problem might be.  They said old stock might not have the same "stick".  Now I buy smaller quantities of stuff (super glues, epoxies, etc.) and make sure I always have fresh stock.

[Polly]

We now offer E-6000 in small tubes. They're very convenient if you don't use it very often, and/or if you carry a "quick repair" pack with you to shows.
#60-265 is the new 0.5oz pack, and #60-266 is the 4-pack of .18oz tubes, which includes 2 tiny tubes of Quick Hold.

They're both convenient, since you don't need to mix them, but for better strength I still recommend 2-part epoxies.

[Bejewelme]

I make my cabochons and fix a sterling bail to them, I use Ailene's metal to stone glue that I get at AC Moore, it is ready to use, no mixingand have never had any of my bails pop off, and I am esepcially hard on my pendants, taking them on and off.  I do like 2 part epoxy for doing intarsia or making doublets when it is stone to stone.