Quite a number of people – off and online – have been posing the ‘which glue’ question. I am absolutely not an expert, so in no way should this be taken as the definitive solution. The glue I use is PVA, widely available from art / stationary shops. Before I embarked on such a major body of work, I ran a number of trials using this and other adhesives. I also contacted a number of professionals for advice ‐ including the Head of Sculpture Conservation at Liverpool Museums. PVA was generally considered to be a good choice. Plus points: ⢠good viscosity ⢠can be delivered accurately, thousands of times over, via a syringe ⢠dries quickly, but not instantly ⢠water soluble ⢠cleans up round edges reasonably well ⢠clear when dry ⢠good longevity ⢠doesn’t discolour unduly over time ⢠doesn’t require two compounds ⢠no fumes I may well find that I get my come-uppance in years to come! In the mean time I am always open to suggestions.
A Question of Glue
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