Gluing Wood to Concrete

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Advantages of Using Adhesives Instead of Fasteners

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When using mechanical fasteners, you typically need space to line them up and drive them in.

Take Up Less Space

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It isn’t only extremely durable, but probably provides better adhesion too.

Improved Durability

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All you need to do is ensure that each surface is clean, apply your adhesive, and allow it to cure

No Drilling / Tapping

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Concrete adhesive tends to cost a lot less than the number of fasteners you’d usually need.

Saves Time & Money

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Disadvantages of Using Adhesives Instead of Fasteners

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Curing refers to the amount of time it takes an adhesive to form a solid bond with two surfaces.

Curing Time Varies

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This is important, especially if you’re going to be using your adhesive to suspend things.

Temperature Resistance Can Vary

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The rate depends on environmental factors like unforeseen or sudden increases in stress on bonds.

Decay Over Time

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This contrasts considerably with mechanical fasteners.

Some Contain Harmful Chemicals