To glue a jigsaw puzzle together for mounting, you will need:
- Glue that will dry clear (and not with a white or yellow or any other coloring)
- Brush or plastic card
- Wax paper
It isn’t hard to glue a jigsaw puzzle for mounting with the right tools, and once you know the steps to take to achieve this.
Keep reading to find out the steps to glue a jigsaw puzzle that will be strong enough to be mounted on the wall without issues.
How To Glue A Jigsaw Puzzle Together For Mounting
Find a working desk or surface that is even and flat without any bumps.
You must choose glue that dries clear to avoid a white or yellow coating over your puzzle, ruining its image.
Now that you have prepared all the necessary tools, follow these steps:
- Place wax paper over your working surface, bigger than your jigsaw puzzle put together
- Place your jigsaw puzzle over the wax paper – this will prevent any excess glue from getting on your desk surface
- Pour enough glue on the puzzle to cover it fully once you spread it out
- Use a brush or a plastic card (such as an old credit card) to spread the glue evenly
- Let the glue dry fully
We must flip the puzzle to repeat the same steps on the other side.
- Use a cardboard or a cutting board to slide the puzzle onto and flip it safely.
- Apply the glue on this side of the puzzle and use a brush or another tool to easily and evenly spread it
- Wait for enough time for the glue to fully dry and bond
The following steps will guide you on how to add the board for mounting.
- Measure the board to the puzzle and mark where you need to cut
- Cut the board slightly smaller than the width and length of your jigsaw puzzle so it won’t show once you mount it on the wall
- Place your puzzle so that the front part is facing down
- Apply glue to the board
- Use a brush to spread the glue evenly, leaving the very edge of the board clear of glue (as when you press the board and puzzle together, that will expand the glue a bit further)
- Attach the board to the puzzle
- Gently press it down, making sure it is even
- Use heavier objects to place over and board and keep them there until the glue fully cures, for at least 24 hours.
- After this, your jigsaw puzzle is ready to be mounted
Conclusion
You can glue a jigsaw puzzle together for mounting in a few easy steps:
- Apply glue to the front side of the puzzle
- Spread it evenly
- Wait for it to dry
- For a more secure hold, you can apply a second thin layer of glue
- Wait for this to fully dry and cure
- Measure your puzzle and cut out the board to be smaller than the puzzle – this way, it won’t show.
- Apply the glue to the board and attach it to the puzzle
- Use objects that will weigh the board onto the puzzle until the glue fully cures
