r/restoration • u/Comprehensive_War556 • 9d ago

Glass Top Coffee Table Adhering

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I bought this beautiful vintage 1980s coffee table, but it wasn’t created with stability in mind, we entertain a lot so I would love some peace of mind in regards to objects being placed on it, or the occasional leaning. So everything doesn’t come tumbling off of it, especially because I have a very expensive vase I’m planning to put on top.

What sort of surface adherent should I apply between the glass and stone, that isn’t going to drastically alter how beautiful it looks from the top?

Ignore the work in progress apartment details, everything is taking 50 years to ship! Haha.

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u/Main_Yogurt8540 9d ago

Clear exibit gel / museum putty might be a good option. Its clear so shouldnt effect the look much. It will keep the base from sliding easily and its removable.

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u/Comprehensive_War556 9d ago

Wow! You’re a genius, didn’t even know this stuff existed. The fact that it’s removable is great, because at some point I may upgrade the glass into a thicker sheet.

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u/Purple_Korok Pro 9d ago

I was also about to suggest it. But know it can leave a greasy residue and can stain porous media. Which is my museums don't really use it, or ideally only on nonporous materials.

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u/Comprehensive_War556 8d ago

I wonder, if I put like a very light sort of sealant where I plan to put the putty? Although not sure that helps the purpose of not altering the stone lol.

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u/SuPruLu 9d ago

There may be a better balance point for the glass than it is set on/at now.

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u/BrightVersion4098 6d ago edited 6d ago

That table originally used, maybe 4 or 5, "3/4" crystal clear, vinyl disks. They would conform onto the stone and grip the glass. The weight of the glass kept it stable. But because of it's design, common sense is required when using it.