Unglueing

TrishV · Post by **TrishV** » Wed Mar 17, 2004 7:09 pm

Sorry if this is a double post.

Does anyone know how to unglue UV glue? I did it before by heating in the kiln, but forgot what temperature.

Thanks,
TrishV

Barbara Cashman · Post by **Barbara Cashman** » Wed Mar 17, 2004 7:13 pm

Actually, sometimes water will break down the glue. Try soaking the piece in as warm water as you think it can stand and keep it up until the glue releases. Use a razor blade to start the separation. Hope that helped. - Barbara

TrishV · Post by **TrishV** » Wed Mar 17, 2004 8:41 pm

Thanks Barbara, I tried that. I must not have had the water hot enough. I didn't want to crack the bowl the globs are attached to.

TrishV

Barbara Cashman · Post by **Barbara Cashman** » Wed Mar 17, 2004 8:59 pm

I work with UV glues all the time. They are not guaranteed to stay stable in a wet environment, and I have had them separate under wet conditions. This led me to my response. - Barbara

Tony Serviente · Post by **Tony Serviente** » Wed Mar 17, 2004 9:01 pm

I've found denatured alcohol to work well. Sometimes a soak gives a better result.

TrishV · Post by **TrishV** » Thu Mar 18, 2004 1:08 am

Thanks for the input. I'll try the alcohol. What temp do you think it would take to break the glue down in the kiln? I tried 350 F for 4 min. Now after trying to soak it in hot water, I wonder if I made it stronger. I put it in the dishwasher with the heated water option on ... still stuck. I guess I can really do a good job of glueing. My customer should be encouraged at the quality and durability. Too bad it's crooked!!!!
TrishV

TrishV · Post by **TrishV** » Thu Mar 18, 2004 9:37 pm

Here's an update....650F for 4 min did the trick.
TrishV