FunHouse
Williams, 1990I am finishing a new cabinet bottom for my Williams Funhouse. I'm using 1/2 inch "sande" plywood, which has a very nice finish. Should I protect the plywood by sealing or coating it? And if so, what product(s) should I use?
Also, any thoughts on whether I should screw the bottom into the cabinet in addition to gluing it?
Thanks,
Harold
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Quoted from HappyHarold:Thanks very much. Should I seal or coat the plywood to preserve or protect it over time?
I never did with my just because when they are new they don't seal or coat them with anything hope this helps
I redid the bottom on a game very similar to the method you're using. Glue alone will be hold the bottom in just fine as long as you use enough & clamp it up well.
However... If you are replacing decals, then shoot some nails along the bottom with an air nailer for added insurance. A little mechanical support is good. But the air nailer will also help secure everything & ensure a nice tight joint as the glue dries. Don't get overzealous, a few nails along each side will get the job done.
Quoted from HappyHarold:Excellent advice. Thanks very much.
Always fun too do this kind of thing learn as u go enjoy
One more question. If I use a satin polyurethane on the plywood, will wood glue still work to adhere the plywood bottom to the cabinet?
Quoted from HappyHarold:One more question. If I use a satin polyurethane on the plywood, will wood glue still work to adhere the plywood bottom to the cabinet?
I would glue before sealing.
As long as you've done that clean lip glue will hold that bottom in perfectly fine. Wood workers use nails to hold until glue sets... just let the glue dry on its own before moving.
Factory look is unfinished wood. Leave it bare. You don't need to be protecting against moisture, etc.
Thanks again. Yes, I just confirmed through google (not nearly as good as Pinside) that wood glue doesn't work well on poly.
Quoted from HappyHarold:One more question. If I use a satin polyurethane on the plywood, will wood glue still work to adhere the plywood bottom to the cabinet?
Glue it in clamp it well and clean off glue let dry and your done I wouldn't seal it no need too
I tryed coating one before and it just doesn't look right so never did it again looks right not doing it just like when they make them NIB same way
Quoted from HappyHarold:Happy thanksgiving to everyone who helped me with the new bottom for my pinball cabinet. It’s all done: sanded, glued, no screws, no finish, and 1/4 inch trim all around. Thank you insiders once again for you help.
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Very very well done bud that looks great now
Quoted from Williampinball:Very very well done bud that looks great now
Thanks so much for your help and guidance!
Quoted from HappyHarold:Thanks so much for your help and guidance!
Np anytime clad too help
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