efleck Loc: Vancouver, WA State

Hi, for the second time in three years owning my Olympus EM1 MkII a small patch of the grip material is starting to peel off. The first time Olympus repaired it under warranty. This time I wonder if someone can suggest an appropriate glue to stick the small loose flap down? The loose patch is the same location as previously and probably represents where I have the greatest wear holding the camera.

Chromodynamics6 Loc: Beverly Hills Ca.

This worked for me. I used a toothpick to spread it evenly. If you get any on the surface just wipe with your finger and it will roll off. I got it at Home Depot.

http://eclecticproducts.com/products/amazing-goop-adhesives/amazing-goop-all-purpose.html

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

Most camera repair people use "Pliobond" for this .....I have used it also
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elee950021 Loc: New York, NY

efleck!

I had some brand x "super glue" lying around and used that several years ago on my Nikon D800 and have not had a problem since. Cheers. Be well!

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

The glue has to be pliable enough to be able to remove - in case the camera ever needs repair ....which may or may not be a concern for you ??
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BebuLamar

Plio bond appears to be the right glue. Stronger glue like super glue would leave residue on the camera when the cover is removed for service.

efleck Loc: Vancouver, WA State

Thanks for all the response. I want pliable glue and the option of removing it if repair is needed. So, after some research I will get Pliobond at Walmart.

E.L.. Shapiro Loc: Ottawa, Ontario Canada

I keep a small jar of CONTACT CEMENT for such repairs. I clean the area to be repaired- both the surface and the covering or grip material. Then I apply the glue to both surfaces and allow it to dry for about half an hour BEFORE JOINING. Then I carefully press things together making sure they are properly aligned and press hard to squeeze out any excess glue- it rubs off the endges easily while it is still sticky. I use in on leather, plastics, cork, rubber, cloth, and felt on all kinds of grips, brackets, tripod head pads camera body coverings, etc. It never comes off again!

This is the same stuff they use to bond Arborite or Formica to kitchen counter tops. The small jars come with a built in brush in the cover. This ain't rubber cement- use it in a well ventilated area but the fumes dissipate once it is dry!

Attached is a portrait of my favorite glue!

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

The few times its occurred I just use rubber cement. Apply with a toothpick to both surfaces. Let dry for 5 minutes or so before bonding, and then press together to form a bond. Since its rubber cement, any excess pushed out of the joint can be rolled off with a finger when it dries.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

The problem with rubber cement and other solutions is that grips tend to expand as they react to salt and this is part of the reason the camera mfgr's opt to replace them. Also, they use a die cut adhesive sheet similar to what is used on car interiors to secure trim. Much better results.

optic Loc: Southwestern United States

I live in the Sonoran Desert. In the summer months I conduct my weekly bird and bug transects in areas where shade is limited and temperatures regularly vary between disagreeable and intolerable. I customarily carry my camera slung over one shoulder. Thus, when walking or shooting, my usually sweaty hand is in regular, almost continuous contact with the camera (which by its black self, can sometimes become alarmingly hot.) Over time, I've repeatedly battled peeling camera skin. With mixed results, I used a variety of adhesives and ultimately resorted to sending one camera off for repair, This worked, albeit impermanently, but did nothing to reduce my perspiration, or to protect the camera. My final solution was to purchase a protective cover. These covers are made of highly flexible silicone and are specifically designed for a wide range of popular camera bodies. (I have one for my D-810 and another for my D500.) These covers are easily attached and removed. They serve to increase grip and along with insulation and improved water resistance, offer protection from shock as well as damage from hot, sticky hands. Except for a couple of minor issues, I found interference while using buttons, switches, plugs etc, to be very minimal. The few problems that did occur were quickly taken care of with an x-acto knife and some minor surgery. Since these covers are not permanently attached. I use them only when suggested by the terrain, the weather or the shooting situation. They even come in colors, including camo. PUNCH LINE: After acquiring them, I've had no problems with peeling grips on my cameras. Search the usual sites/places for easyCover plus your camera's make and model.

rook2c4 Loc: Philadelphia, PA USA

I used a thin layer of shoe glue on one of my film cameras. Still holding up very well.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

I understand, but I personally have never had a problem the few times I've used rubber cement to tack down small areas that peeled up.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

Small areas I suppose are ok. I have had best results when I have purchased new grips, usually from Nikon for my D200, D300, D700 and D800 - and once I replaced them they lasted a lot longer than the pliobond/shoe goo/contact cement/rubber cement solutions. I do like the die-cut precision of the adhesive material and how it looks "better than new" when you replace the grip altogether.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

I've never had to replace grips on any of my Canon cameras. Usually the areas that do peel of are the one's my thumb slides over the most going from control to control near the edge of the grip. Its only happened a few times in the past 11 years and I have never needed to redo it. I can see it being more problematic depending on heat, humidity and the amount of sweat on one's hands.