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Any way to repair if broken?
« on: August 21, 2007, 05:18:01 PM »
Hello!

I looked around on your site and could not find an answer...I made a stepping stone with my son's hand and foot prints when he was less than a year old.  Then  his older brother broke it into 2 large pieces.  I am wondering if there are any products (some type of glue or epoxy?) that you would recommend to join the pieces back together, or if it's a lost cause.  It is obviously irreplaceable, since he is now almost 3, so I'm hoping you can help!

Thank you for your time.
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Re: Any way to repair if broken?
« Reply #1 on: August 22, 2007, 03:24:36 PM »
Thanks for the question!

This can be a little tricky, but it is certainly possible.  Most any epoxy would probably work, but your best bet is probably a vinyl cement patch (which can be found in the cement aisle of Home Depot or other hardware supply store) or Liquid Nails for Masonry which is usually in the glue/caulk aisle.

The most important thing is to apply adhesive along the entire surface of the two sides you are joining together.  Cement is crumbly after the molecular bonds have been broken, so it may never be as good as new, but it will at least hold together for you.  the more surface area you glue together, the better your chances the new bond will hold.

Good luck,

Arthur
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