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

Thanks,
TrishV

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

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

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

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

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

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