Spray Mount Alternative

[t1howard]

Hey guys/gals,
I don't have to post on here very much due to the fact that a simple search in these forums usually answers all my questions. So I apologize for that, but I have run into a road block. I am a Clay Modeler/Sculptor and I use spray mount to adhere chrome aluminum foil along the bumpers and trim to replicate chrome on a vehicle. The problem is that the spray mount is horrible to breath in these amounts. Does anyone know of a different product that can be sprayed on. I am just looking for ideas to start searching into. I understand that most of you don't use anything like this, but I find that there is some pretty smart guys on this forum.
Thanks-
Tom

 

[lilredex]

These may work for you.

When I need to get a firm grip on things, I use Franklin Sanding Disc Cement, good luck finding that one. Two alternatives follow.

 

[gnpenning]

Hey guys/gals,
I don't have to post on here very much due to the fact that a simple search in these forums usually answers all my questions. So I apologize for that, but I have run into a road block. I am a Clay Modeler/Sculptor and I use spray mount to adhere chrome aluminum foil along the bumpers and trim to replicate chrome on a vehicle. The problem is that the spray mount is horrible to breath in these amounts. Does anyone know of a different product that can be sprayed on. I am just looking for ideas to start searching into. I understand that most of you don't use anything like this, but I find that there is some pretty smart guys on this forum.
Thanks-
Tom

Can't help you with your problem.

You can be one of the smart guys on here and help others with their problems. This forum is about helping other people with knowledge, it will fail if we only come to ask for help.

Hopefully someone will have your answer.

 

[Dumber than lumber]

Pli-o-bond might work. It is something of a contact cement product. Strong smelling.
Another alternative - use a vinyl cutter to cut your pieces from sheets of shiny silver plastic. The vinyl cutter community has all kinds of ideas and resources. (Silhouette Cameo; Cricut;
And please let us hear back on what you learn?

 

[LeeG]

Not a spray, but some of the 3M VHB tapes are pretty thin, and can be used to precisely place parts.

 

[HotrodHR]

Wear a respirator... oops none available. �� Just kidding...

Please post some pics of your work, I'm sure there's lots of interest here. I'm not sure of the scale of your models but I would try a large glue stick, they have a repostionable version. Rub a thin layer on the back of the material and position it on the item and trim.

You could also search online for arts and craft glues at the various suppliers, art stores etc.

 

[4xdog]

At the risk of lighting up some political comments, you might check to see what spray adhesives are sold in Southern California. Necessity being the mother of invention, there are special products used in that market.

I visited a company a year ago making high-end cabinetry in the greater LA area that had to jump through a lot of hoops to get a spray contact adhesive that complied with CARB guidelines. 3M didn’t have one at the time, they told me (although 3M did want to learn about the product they ultimately found, so perhaps things have changed).

The hypothesis, of course, is that these low VOC spray adhesives would be easier for you to work around if they’re better for air quality in general.

Check for Everstrong Adhesive ES10+ Clear and see if anything sbout it makes sense for your application.

 

[Iron-Iceberg]

Maybe Gold Leaf Sizing? It’s for sticking gold leaf to surfaces.
https://letterheadsignsupply.com/gold-leaf-size

 

[LeonardY]

Have tried this?
https://www.bare-metal.com/Using-Bare-Metal-Foil.html

On larger models I've used aluminum foil tape. Burnish it and then polish it.

Good lick

 

[t1howard]

These may work for you.

When I need to get a firm grip on things, I use Franklin Sanding Disc Cement, good luck finding that one. Two alternatives follow.

I am definitely going to buy some and give it a try. I’ll have to find the best way of applying it to the foil. I’ll try using a spray bottle and thinning it as needed.
Thanks

 

[t1howard]

Gold leaf adhesive! I’ve never heard of it but it makes since. I a hot rod buddy that may have some. I’ll give him a call.

 

[t1howard]

Have tried this?
https://www.bare-metal.com/Using-Bare-Metal-Foil.html

On larger models I've used aluminum foil tape. Burnish it and then polish it.

Good lick

On a full-size car model that would be expensive, but maybe they can tell me what type of adhesive they put on the back side? I’ll have to call them after this virus goes away.

 

[t1howard]

Wear a respirator... oops none available. �� Just kidding...

Please post some pics of your work, I'm sure there's lots of interest here. I'm not sure of the scale of your models but I would try a large glue stick, they have a repostionable version. Rub a thin layer on the back of the material and position it on the item and trim.

You could also search online for arts and craft glues at the various suppliers, art stores etc.

The scale of models vary. I work in full-size most of the time. I do a lot of 1/4 scale models as well. Unfortunately I can’t post my work due to it being confidential. A simple google image search will give everyone an idea of what I am talking about.
I’ve used glue sticks and they do work, but only on very small pieces. The problem is the way it is applied. It needs to go on evenly or it will show unwanted textures on the finished product.

 

[t1howard]

At the risk of lighting up some political comments, you might check to see what spray adhesives are sold in Southern California. Necessity being the mother of invention, there are special products used in that market.

I visited a company a year ago making high-end cabinetry in the greater LA area that had to jump through a lot of hoops to get a spray contact adhesive that complied with CARB guidelines. 3M didn’t have one at the time, they told me (although 3M did want to learn about the product they ultimately found, so perhaps things have changed).

The hypothesis, of course, is that these low VOC spray adhesives would be easier for you to work around if they’re better for air quality in general.

Check for Everstrong Adhesive ES10+ Clear and see if anything sbout it makes sense for your application.

Hahahahaha! That’s actual a good idea. I am going to call Everstrong on Monday! Thanks

 

[HotrodHR]

The scale of models vary. I work in full-size most of the time. I do a lot of 1/4 scale models as well. Unfortunately I can’t post my work due to it being confidential. A simple google image search will give everyone an idea of what I am talking about.
I’ve used glue sticks and they do work, but only on very small pieces. The problem is the way it is applied. It needs to go on evenly or it will show unwanted textures on the finished product.

A lot car guys on here, I'd guess that most of us have seen clay models being sculpted on TV documentaries... I get the confidential nature of the work.