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Large washer and screw combo
It is important to spread the pressure on the mounting points, particularly when using plexi. Using...
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Finished white board
You can't see the pulling here from the plexi backing nor the warping from the thinness of the plexi.
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Preparing to add plexi
We used the white tile board to begin with but discovered that it actually does not work. It holds...
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Secure joints
If you need to create a mounting system like we did using joist brackets is a good idea to secure the setup.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Putting up joists
Mount joists firmly and evenly to spread weight of the board and reduce give when in use. Recommend spacing of no more than 2.5-3 ft between joists.
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Pressing whiteboard
It is important to press the boards for at least 12 hours to create good adhesion.
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Ensuring coverage
Make sure the glue is spread evenly. Estimate 2 tubes of glue for every 3 4x8 piece of plywood.
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Laying a bead of glue
Beads of glue at the edges should be thicker and set back from the edge to ensure that it does not bleed out when pressed.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Glue Gun & Liquid Nails
It is important to start with a 1/2" piece of plywood or stiff backing to mount the white tile board.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Glue Gun & Liquid Nails
It is important to start with a 1/2" piece of plywood or stiff backing to mount the white tile board.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Preparing to add plexi
We used the white tile board to begin with but discovered that it actually does not work. It holds...
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Pressing whiteboard
It is important to press the boards for at least 12 hours to create good adhesion.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Joints
If you need to create a mounting system like we did using joist brackets is a good idea to secure the setup.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Putting up joists
Mount joists firmly and evenly to spread weight of the board and reduce give when in use. Recommend spacing of no more than 2.5-3 ft between joists.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Ensuring coverage
Make sure the glue is spread evenly. Estimate 2 tubes of glue for every 3 4x8 piece of plywood.
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Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
Laying a bead of glue
Beads of glue at the edges should be thicker and set back from the edge to ensure that it does not bleed out when pressed.
All rights reserved
Uploaded on Jan 29, 2010
