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How to glue a polymer splashback over an existing scratched stainless steel one?

simone27
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How to glue a polymer splashback over an existing scratched stainless steel one?

As per the title….just want to know if it can easily be done?! Thanx. 

Akanksha
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Re: How to glue a polymer splashback over an existing scratched stainless steel one?

Hello @simone27,

 

A warm welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community! We're delighted to have you join us, and we look forward to seeing your plans and projects around the home and garden. 

 

Many thanks for your question on gluing a polymer splashback. Our resident D.I.Y. expert @MitchellMc will be happy to assist you when he's back on the site tomorrow. In the meantime, let me tag our experienced community members @ProjectPete and @diy_hausdesigns to see if they have any thoughts. 

 

Akanksha 

 

 

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MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: how to glue a polymer splashback over an existing scrathed stainless steel one?

Hi @simone27,

 

It would be best to refer to the manufacturer's directions when installing your new polymer splashback. In the case of our polymer splashbacks, the manufacturer recommends using a clear neutral-cure silicone for adhesion. This silicone will adhere to stainless steel, though I'd suggest keying the surface with 80-grit sandpaper to ensure the silicone has something to bite into.

 

Please let me know if you have further questions.

 

Mitchell

 

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