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Equipment => Bats => Bat Care => Topic started by: Bat and Ball Cricket on December 13, 2016, 02:32:15 AM

Title: Hot Glue for Toe Guard Application
Post by: Bat and Ball Cricket on December 13, 2016, 02:32:15 AM
I've searched previous topics on the forum looking for this, but couldn't find it mentioned... (probably means it isn't a good idea lol)

Anyone tried using a hot glue gun to put on toe guards?

I've never used a hot glue gun for anything before, but the wife bought one for Christmas arts and crafts with our daughter.
Had the idea when i saw it.
Title: Re: Hot Glue for Toe Guard Application
Post by: Woodyspin on December 13, 2016, 06:50:03 AM
Hot glue ive found just solidifies and has no gluing properies when cold, that might just be the glue i was using though... Cant see it being a good idea as it doesnt really spread very easily and cools quickly.. Can you not convince her that shoegoo is better for arts and crafts?
Title: Re: Hot Glue for Toe Guard Application
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on December 13, 2016, 08:08:39 AM
Agreed, a glue gun onto a smooth surface doesn't have much adhesion once it's cooled and dried. Worth ago but I don't think it will stay on very long if at all.
Title: Re: Hot Glue for Toe Guard Application
Post by: Bat and Ball Cricket on December 14, 2016, 02:38:13 AM
Hot glue ive found just solidifies and has no gluing properies when cold, that might just be the glue i was using though... Cant see it being a good idea as it doesnt really spread very easily and cools quickly.. Can you not convince her that shoegoo is better for arts and crafts?

I suggest hanging new bats as art one day...
Talk about going down like a lead balloon!

I think that suggestion would get a similar response!