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mikeleblanc413
Explorer
Nov 17, 2013

DISAPPOINTED in Liquid Nail Product

RE: Liquid Nails Adhesive, Professional Heavy Duty Construction Adhesive.

I've attached 3 photos that show the condition of the motorhome steps and one photo of the Liquid Nails Product I used. The product parameters clearly state interior/exterior, and water/weather resistant. That has not been the case with it's use in this project. The carpet has been adhered to the steps since November 6th. When it's dry, the product is hard. Wetness softens and I'm getting the drip you see in the photos. The steps have gotten to the condition you are now viewing several times; cleaning was necessary each time. Would certainly appreciate your comments if you've used this product.
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  • RWjSIM2003's avatar
    RWjSIM2003
    Explorer
    Nov 17, 2013
    Liquid Nails is meant to be a Nail replacement and you would not use nails on metal. I to use the carpet with eyelets and zip ties this works great and you can replace the carpet easily with they get dirty.
  • Dog_Folks's avatar
    Dog_Folks
    Explorer
    Nov 17, 2013
    A quick call to Liquid Nails might help clear up the problem.

    Here is some contact information: Phone: (800) 634-0015

    Email: liquidnails@ppg.com

    Let us know how it turns out.
  • mikeleblanc413's avatar
    mikeleblanc413
    Explorer
    Nov 17, 2013
    RedRollingRoadblock wrote:
    News to me that Liquid Nails could be used on metal.
    We have read and re-read the instructions for use that are on the can and they do not exclude metal.
  • Big_Katuna's avatar
    Big_Katuna
    Explorer II
    Nov 17, 2013
    Yeah I would not expect it to work in that application. Its meant for gluing plywood/paneling to drywall or wood to wood. I personally do not like the product. Gorilla Glue would have worked.
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Nov 17, 2013
    That's better.
    Eeeeww, that's a mess! So much for being water resistant.
    When I made mine I used a slightly larger piece of carpet that wrapped around the top and bottom and then secured in back with eyelets and zip-ties.
    They have held up well and when they get worn I just flip them over so the unused carpet is on the top. This would solve your problem and cover the ugly glue.



    Close up of grommets:


    Scott

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