Silicone

Harry · Post by **Harry** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 6:56 pm

I have laminated small test pieces( 1/8" float glass that have been sand blasted and then painted) together using silicone. If I press them firmly together the interface appears quite satisfactory. Before I commit any large scale work to this technique, I am wondering if there is a down side to using silicone for this type of application.

Dean Hubbard · Post by **Dean Hubbard** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 7:17 pm

Harry,
I would recomend using a kiln fired paint, if you aren't already.
The only downside to this technique, is the size of the glass you are going to be able to laminate without trapping any air pockets.
If you are going to laminate large sheets, I would recomend using a resin such as Glasslam or a resin designed for this purpose.
If you have figured out a way to laminate a large sheet using silicone and you are not getting any air pockets, please share that information with us.