How much contact cement?

[Dragyn]

I have finally decided to just start my cosplay so I don't put it off for any longer, but I have no idea how much contact cement to buy. I don't wanna go crazy and buy way more than I need and then just let it sit out for a few years, but I also don't want to make a ton of trips to the store and spend more than I have to. any help is appreciated. <3

 

[Spiderboy196]

I have finally decided to just start my cosplay so I don't put it off for any longer, but I have no idea how much contact cement to buy. I don't wanna go crazy and buy way more than I need and then just let it sit out for a few years, but I also don't want to make a ton of trips to the store and spend more than I have to. any help is appreciated. <3

Get you a gallon size or quart size of contact cement. If u get gallon(which is a tad bit pricer but worth it) it help u having to keep going to the store for about 3-4months and have on handy when u need to do repairs. The qt size is money saver but can run out in a week- 2 months

 

[Dragyn]

Get you a gallon size or quart size of contact cement. If u get gallon(which is a tad bit pricer but worth it) it help u having to keep going to the store for about 3-4months and have on handy when u need to do repairs. The qt size is money saver but can run out in a week- 2 months

Thank you so much! While I am thinking about it, do you know what type of glue will hold the best in cold weather?

 

[Spiderboy196]

Thank you so much! While I am thinking about it, do you know what type of glue will hold the best in cold weather?

Dap and barge contact cement will last you a lifetime in any weather. Especially barge

 

[he4thbar]

As someone who has tried both DAP and Barge.
Barge contact cement is the best to go with in my opion, shorter cure time, stronger bond.
Usually a quart will get you through a project.
I would suggest buying the barge thinner though in case it drys up depending on if you use the brush from the can or pour into squeeze bottles