Questions and Answers for Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite 10 oz. Solvent Construction Adhesive Tan Cartridge (12 pack)

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive may or may not be recommended for your project. This adhesive requires one bonding surface to be porous in order to cure properly.

A:  Thank you for your question. While it is possible to use Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive for bonding two pieces of quartz, some manufacturers or suppliers of quartz do not recommend using solvent-based adhesives. It is advisable to consult the specific quartz manufacturer or supplier to obtain specific installation instructions with regards to the adhesive that should be used on their product.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble, and Granite Adhesive may be used to bond a mirror to wood, depending on the type of mirror you have and the nature of the project. Keep in mind this adhesive should not be used on acrylic mirrors or mirrors that are not electro-copper plated glass mirror types, as damage may occur. Also, note that mirror clips and/or mirror channels are required when using this product, for safety reasons.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive is a solvent-based adhesive and is only recommended for application on electro-copper plated glass mirrors otherwise damage may occur. If you are unsure about the backing, check with the mirror manufacturer or supplier of the mirror for proper adhesive recommendations. Do not place the adhesive too close to the edge, to prevent squeeze out. Additionally, this adhesive does require the use of a permanent support system, such as mirror clips or channels. Construction adhesives should not be used as the sole means of support, for safety reasons. Detailed instructions for this application may be found on the product technical data sheet at www.loctiteproducts.com.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive is not recommended for the intended use of application. In general, many adhesives do not exhibit good adhesion to mirrored glass surfaces and there is a risk of bond failure.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive is not recommended for tub surround applications. We recommend checking with the manufacturer of your surround for their recommendations, depending on the specific type and composition of shower surround you have.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive is not rated for high temperature applications, or for providing the sole means of support for a vertical load, as described, and would not be recommended for the intended use of application, for safety reasons. The maximum service temperature of this product is 150°F (66°C) after which the adhesive will lose its bond.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive would not be the best choice for your application because this is outside and exposed to the elements (changing environmental conditions). You may wish to consider Loctite PL Premium Polyurethane Construction Adhesive, which provides a much stronger bond with a better survival rate for your intended use.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble, and Granite Construction Adhesive can bond granite and most metal surfaces, but may not be recommended for the intended use, due to safety reasons. If mechanical attachment is not an option, you might consider looking at an epoxy adhesive designed for both metal and stone bonding for this application.

A:  Thank you for the question. Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble and Granite Construction Adhesive has an open time of 15 minutes and repositioning time of 30 minutes. Cure time takes 2 to 7 days where time is dependent on temperature, humidity, porosity of substrate, and amount of adhesive applied. Detailed information may be found on the product technical data sheet at www.loctiteproducts.com.