No More Nails - Click & Fix - Does it Work?

[@Nuts-Bolts]

A good thing to remember when gluing a ‘moulded’ plastic item is that they are bound to have a thin smear of silicon release agent on them, which really needs to be removed, if you want a good bond. This release agent is used on the moulds during manufacture to speed up the processes. Kitchen cleaners like Cif, Ecover and alcohol will get it off. Of cause, it also helps to abrade the surface too with class paper or some such.

[@psdaengr911]

Adhesives that cure do not adhere well to most plastics regardless of how clean they are of release agents. In general smooth surfaces do not provide much shear strength at the intersection of dis-similar non-porous materials compared to rough or porous materials.

[@PartyOf8Please]

Good point. I wondered about that. I should think you’d need to clean both surfaces with something like isopropyl alcohol before attaching one object to another.

[@finenebula]

What about brick?

[@jefff6167]

Very excited about this new “Does it work?” series. You’re a very good presenter.

[@KevinRowe-v1h]

Looks to me exactly like the original adhesive but more expensive for less product. Thanks for showing us

[@LeadFarmer1597]

And more wasteful packaging

[@gilly2guitars]

​@@LeadFarmer1597 Exactly!! Plus much more hard plastic waste going into landfill which I thought companies were meant to be cutting down on!! 🙄

[@PartyOf8Please]

@@gilly2guitars 😤

[@random-thing131]

Maybe it could fix your broom head to handle on the intro 😉

[@gilly2guitars]

Excellent!! 😂😂

[@andymarriott8150]

Don't knock that broom! he's had it 20 years and it's only had 17 new heads and 14 new handles 😂😂😂

[@brianburns1411]

@@andymarriott8150 😂😂😂

[@JulieV5683]

Hilarious.

[@nitemunky76]

More landfill bound plastic. Brilliant.

[@PartyOf8Please]

My very first thought! Including the blister pack packaging 😤

[@karenholley8356]

Recycled into a flashlight in its next life!

[@PartyOf8Please]

@@karenholley8356 Hopefully. I personally don’t think our local recycling plant does anything with plastic. I hope they move it on to a company that does recycle. But I also see that monstrous pile of plastic in the Indian Ocean and I wonder if any of that came from my house, and if so, how do I stop it??

[@mickeyfilmer5551]

A good mastic gun for about 7 or 8 quid, and then Evostik "Sticks like Sh*T* for £7.99 fromm toolstation, or Gripfill (industry standard grab adhesive) is a lot cheaper, and works better. + you just know it's going to work. I have used both products for years and wouldn't even entertain a gimmicky thing like that applicator. Well done for this new show and tell series, i'm sure it will help a lot of people decide how to choose their products with a better understanding in the future. Your Channel is Just what was need to help people to decide, plus show them how! Great stuff Stuart!

[@tomalex4806]

I've just finished a tube of clear Sticks Like Sh*t it's decent stuff

[@kenpowell3558]

It would be interesting if you had cut open the tube to actually see the size of the container inside that holds the adhesive to really see how much inside it holds

[@leec2782]

I thought it was headed for the bandsaw too.

[@teddybaker7231]

Yes the tight git’s like me want to know could you refill it like an ink cartridge

[@PartyOf8Please]

I’m really disappointed he didn’t cut it open. I wanted to see how the mechanism worked, how much glue was left in it, and whether the manufacturer could possibly make this a “refillable” product. Maybe next time he’ll do just that for us curious minded folks!

[@leeberry9666]

I am with you on this one Stewart, raw plug and screw every time. Thanks for bringing this product up .

[@neilfurby555]

Raw ? …. once upon a time fibre wall plugs were known as Rawlplugs. Raw plugs?

[@happyglampers9053]

That picture frame detaching the paint from the wall, was pretty impressive. As you've clearly demonstrated it's ok for some applications. Great vid, thanks for saving me the cost of buying this. Nothing wrong with the old time served methods either.

[@andycapp3867]

I decided a few years ago to try the No Nails adhesive to secure, as per the packaging, mdf skirtings in a small room on the ground floor. Centrally heated, totally dry walls, well ventilated etc., etc., I can categorically state, without fear of contradiction and criticism it worked perfectly. The skirtings were fixed as well as any mechanical system. Over the next 6 months each and every one failed and the traditional method replaced the No Nails wonder solution. Have over 50 years experience in the building trade, did everything according to the instructions and more. It was an experiment that failed.

[@hughoconnor9172]

I have had no problems using the cartridge version to fix skirting - it was some years ago and they are still there! I also used it to fix a wooden (pine) bathroom cabinet and that's still there as well.

[@richardeggett392]

I fixed dado rail with no nails, 10 years later decided to remove the rail, it pulled the plaster off the wall.

[@gilly2guitars]

The only grab adhesive that's ever worked successfully every time for me is the original stinky Gripfill.......plus I like the smell 🤪😂😂

[@johnjames7332]

Have used Evostik to do about 20 meters of MDF skirting and 4 years later stuck and no movement

[@pettofficial.]

I was so disappointed when you didn't pull a moose head out the bag...

[@blue47er]

Perhaps "moose" should have been meant to read: "mouse", which would give the glue something of a chance.

[@ianbutler1983]

@@blue47er I actually have a moosehead in my living room.

[@blue47er]

@@ianbutler1983 Dear me, that's surprising and revelatory. Now, a question: Does it roll it's eyes whenever you need to scratch your arse?

[@ChrisHinton1967]

Mynd you, møøse bites Kan be pretty nasti!

[@ProperDIY]

I’m afraid B&M didn’t have one!

[@chrome2175]

should of cut it open to see how big the glue part is, great vid and look forward to more

[@MrBuyerman]

Should have called it Proper Skeptical. Lol.

[@petergraysmith4052]

Really helpful video. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@mattylad8035]

My last house had lots of stuff stuck up using NMN by the woman that lived there before me. It was stuck, took a lot to pull it off, however it was not just little spots used - more like coating the whole back before sticking it on.

[@PartyOf8Please]

😳

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

Its more about the neat dispenser, ease of use and storage. Places like apartments have little to no storage space for any sort of tools or DIY equipment. The vacuum and the ironing board have to fight it out for a space!

[@TheSudsy]

also, how many casual users would use a full tube and have a skeleton gun. 80% of people would have the tube dry up and block before they used £9 worth. Its maybe a niche product for none DIY people.

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

@@TheSudsy It is. Us of a practical persuasion take it for granted in owning/using a skeleton gun. Cutting the nozzle to the correct size/angle, and depressing the catch to release the pressure is like dark matter to some. I guess its ok if someone just needs a dozen or so blobs to affix something without any mess or fuss.

[@dereksmith9876]

Brilliant new series. I can’t think of anything right now, but I am looking forward to the next item to be tested.

[@clark4219]

Is anyone else thinking toilet fresh discs? 😂

[@mdshovel]

was about to post the same though

[@Blade1310]

Now you mention it, yes. I was originally thinking Iced Gems if you're old enough to remember them!

[@madnlooney]

Yeah thought exactly that

[@tyroga]

Yep, came to say the same thing!

[@Elberto71]

Probably sticks about the same lol

[@unperrier]

One thing that would be interesting to assess is how long it lasts once opened. Because we know how long last the tubes (the ones with caulk gun), but how about this small dispenser? Thanks for the video, looking forward to the next installments in the series.

[@IgnatiusZaaijman]

Great video, thanks! We have similar 'no more nails' products in South Africa, always wondered how well they work. I'll stick with a good old-fashioned nail or screw. Much cheaper.

[@colingoode3702]

9:14 in & it's no from me. I do use Commando tape for lightweight items like small pictures but for anything else I'll stick to wall plugs & screws thanks.

[@martinhunt6004]

A most splendid idea for a series! Well done Stuart.😄

[@franceshawe9572]

I have used high grab silicon adhesives with great results. I have gem shower caddy in 2 showers (all supplied with a similar adhesive) but I used the tube I had opened for a previous job. 2 yrs later all are still hanging with various bottles of shampoo conditioner and shower wash products, medium to large sizes. Bonus is the adhesive is clear which is great for clear plastics. These are on tiles but I hace also used it on other surfaces and if you want it off you need to scrape and pull.

[@swanseamale47]

Not used that gadget, but I have used no more nails a few times. Have to admit it's worked well for me.

[@richardphillips3303]

I like this format and content very much, thanks Stuart 😊

[@tazmaniachill]

It reminds me of one of those toilet freshener doo dahs my wife can never use correctly without using half the tube 😂. Nice vid Stu. Time for bacon sarnies and a mug of tea 👍

[@VINYLIZER]

That is exactly what I was thinking. It's that toilet fresher I forgot the name but it comes out in much larger blobs. It's crap too 😅😅

[@ClairesCraftyCorner]

yes yes came here to say the exact same thing ha ha DUCK FRESH haaaaa

[@ncot_tech]

Same, then I thought "I wonder how they could make this dispense icing for cake decorations"

[@madeleinebell559]

Perhaps you should start cleaning the toilet.😄

[@Skellist]

Duck fresh discs! Completely useless but the drive home with them in the shopping bag was the most excited I've been in years 😂😂😂

[@richardlewis5316]

Good to see a product being given a real World trial!! I use adhesives for many jobs but as was clearly shown by the coat hooks the adhesive is only as strong as what its stuck to!! ie for a painted surface the holding strength is between the paint and plaster skim or between the skim and the board so there are 2 possible reasons for failure to hold. Picture frames, mirrors etc which have no bending moment to pull off the wall are fine as for any adhesive or even blutak. A mirror has holes any way for screws and covers so can be removed for decorating. I'll stick to screws for cupboards!!

[@philquinn6375]

I suppose its for people who only want to fix little and light things and dont want a cartridge kicking about, great video as always ,i like the messy bench behind you ,just like my workshop !!

[@brothyr]

some notes: * The mirror and could've done with 1 or 2 blobs down the middle, maybe spread with a putty knife * Bookcase could've done with 1 blob near each key hole * Butterfly anchors perform exceptionally well for drywall when a screw is needed but do a visible amount of damage for future repairs * The example planters are likely solid plastic with no ribbing * I wanted that dispenser taken apart to see how small the tank is.

[@jimp514]

I see B&M had sold out of moose heads...YET AGAIN! 🤣

[@ianpearse4480]

Saved people a lot of money. Thanks for sharing. Think I am going to enjoy this series.

[@terrywalker4733]

Hi Not sure. I think I will stick to using screws etc. Many thanks for test great video.

[@flitsies]

I use Hard as nails from the pound shop it works pretty good, it might be worth checking out the pound shop and testing some of that as much of it works pretty good including the degreaser and silicon and other stuff they have. Run some of that stuff through some testing to see just how good they work for people on a tight budget. I use lots of that stuff for small jobs.

[@busterbuster8193]

When gluing most anything I always brush and wipe both surfaces with rubbing alcohol to ensure super clean surfaces.

[@JulieV5683]

Thanks! It looked convenient. I have a friend that can’t seem to use big tubes and this would mean she could be self sufficient. But, I wonder... 1. Would the case would keep it from drying out? 2. Is it refillable so I could refill it for her as needed?

[@Rich_T_Biscuit]

Could you test Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream. At £125 for 5L it's a lot to spend on something that might not work as claimed!!! I'm thinking of using it to stop rain penetrating a single skin brick garage.

[@R-11034]

I can’t think of many things I would want to permanently stick to a wall, especially inside the house. I like to use mechanical fixings so I can take things down again e.g. when decorating?

[@kylerichards29]

Love yours vids ! I sell that where I work 😂 and I always tell customers don't buy it dont rely on a surface fixture to support anything that's gonna have some weight to it even if it won't have hardly any weight for piece of mind always a mechanical fixing I always say is the best way.

[@dogbreath6974]

When Stuart squeezed out a blob of adhesive, mr whippy came to mind.

[@Gman4633]

I wondered if you were going to try and refill it or as others have said, cut it open to investigate the internal workings. Looking forward to this series continuing

[@PhillipBicknell]

I will use adhesives - after all, I made loads of models from kits as a lad. But most of the time - drill, plug, screw - and almost never with the pathetic items supplied with products; always at least one size larger. As to what else you might test, how about those drain 'snakes', the long wire coils? I have one by Draper, but it doesn't seem to go round the U-bends - both bath and kitchen sink required removal of the U-bend to get enough muck out. And while we're on the subject, the HG Duo Unblocker - it ate the seal between bath and strainer. The plumber seemed unsurprised. Fortunately, only a litre or two of dirty water made it through to the kitchen below!

[@robinbow7493]

When gluing anything to a painted wall, one must remember you are gluing it to the paint. I'll stick with anchors, thanks very much.

[@Jordan_0121]

Top job Stuart! Never a boring video 🏆

[@jrapprentice]

Easy alternative. Buy a large tube of grab adhesive say 3 pounds/4 dollars and a plastic bottle with a nozzle (hair dye application bottle will do). Fill the bottle with a dose of adhesive and off you go many times.

[@c.a.g.1977]

Interesting stuff Stuart! Looking forward to more of this series of "Does it (actually) work?"

[@andyc972]

Thanks Stuart, this is an interesting idea for a series and I can see it being very popular, perhaps it should be "does it work Proper ?" I can see this being sold directly against wall fixings rather than with glues etc as many will just pick up a "solution" to a problem if they think it's acceptable cost. A concern I would have is if you buy one and fix an item with say 4 squirts, when you go back in 6 months will the other 16 be dried up in the applicator and useless !? I'm no eco-warrior, but it's hard to see in this days and age with attitudes to single use plastics that anyone considers using this much plastic for such little product a good idea !

[@davelinkson1]

No, I wouldn't rely on an adhesive to put up anything like mirrors or shelving, the planter, I would screw it with a couple of holes drilled in the mortar joint, maybe adding some waterproof sealant on the screws. It's ok for installing something like skirting as long as the substrate it's bonding to is firm and in good order. And as already said, glueing something simple like broom head to handle as depicted in the start of your video's, even then I think I would still put a screw in as belt & braces. Good video!

[@kevinrichards6506]

I added a mirror to a wardrobe door some years ago - used "mirror adhesive". Yes, I fitted it flat and let it cure for a couple of days before re-fitting the door vertically - but that mirror was going nowhere 👍

[@DavidLee605]

What an excellent new series. Thank you

[@Dung_Beetle1617]

Loved watching this and a load of other videos. You’re inspiring me to get out there and be ambitious round the home! I tried looking for a ‘fixings’ guide but couldn’t find one, just wondering if you’d consider that in the future? Ie, best fixings for plasterboard, masonry, into tiles with plasterboard behind, dab and dot walls, wood etc etc?

[@markshaz8691]

Love this idea, the amount of crap I buy that never lives up to the hype is unbelievable.

[@demontekdigital]

It's even worse now that peoples' opinions, and reviews can be bought by companies offering them "free" stuff. I bought some exercise bands, and they came with a little card stating that if I gave the product a 5 star review I could win an Amazon gift card worth X-amount of money. I imagine it's one of those things that never gets paid out just by the way it was worded. A verbal loophole if you will. Either way now reviews can't be trusted unless you scroll through most of them to see if the reviewers are lying for free kit.

[@fabianmckenna8197]

​@@demontekdigital I always read the 1* reviews first which either show problems or clowns just being clowns like "Having to travel 35 miles to return a rubbish £5.00 clothes pole. which is too small" P.S. Clothes pole fitted perfectly if you bought it for specific wardrobe as was indeed pointed out .......

[@felgate11]

Poundland/Poundworld do one called 151 Professional "Hard As Nails" £2 Doesn't say how much you get, but looks like about 250 ml ? I've used it to fix a wood batten to a plaster wall & seems as good as owt'. Maybe, "Rough up" with sandpaper, that plastic holder on the Gluepoints to provide a KEY for the glue first.

[@rutgershenk]

Great serie. Looking forward

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

I'll think I will give this a miss, I would use the no nails in the mastic gun more value for your money, thanks for doing this Stuart

[@MrSmith_]

As I was watching the video I just thought it's a gimmick and you proved it through and through. I would rather stick to a typical cartridge and a skeleton gun as you say, if I were to use no more nails; but all in all, it's much better to use mechanical fixings which are far more reliable. Great video as always Stu, look forward to more content.

[@quantaca5773]

i guess its meant for people that just very occasionally need to fix something and for whom the (volume of a) cartridge is overkill, i would guess (hope) that it would also keep/store the glue better than a cartridge when used once

[@MrSmith_]

​@@quantaca5773 I would agree with you. I assume that the new applicator would prevent the adhesive from drying out, although this is also achievable with cling film surrounding the nozzle tip. Prevent the air getting to it and it won't dry out. But to contest your point about overkill, yes it may be more than one needs; however, it is £1 cheaper than the new applicator which one could argue is better value. I get that some people may not want a whole cartridge, but it is wasteful in purchasing a product which will add more to landfill than a cartridge would.

[@quantaca5773]

@@MrSmith_ cartridge + skeleton gun is more expensive, and you need to keep it somewhere, tyhis you just put in a drawer (and forget it exists) ... in the end this is just not a product that is aimed at somebody who does any diy as they would likely own a skeleton gun but at someone who suddenly needs to hang his/her pictureshelf, mirror or coatrack in their rented flat and needs a little bit more performance than a mounting tape (which also works pretty well in certain occasions)

[@cuebj]

Agreed about mechanical fixings unless you're very confident in the surface you're gluing to. The glue might be strong, but it can often rip off paint and plaster. If an unconfident person uses glue to stick something to a wall, I tend to advise they don't hand anything expensive, hard, or sharp as it can damage what it falls on... and don't put anything under it.

[@stephentams8940]

Got the makings of a good series this and I scored it almost the same as you before you revealed the numbers. What I would like to see is maybe you buying 2 of these and cutting one open to see just how much/little there is in it.

[@MrPsDJServices]

I brought a 99p outdoor glue claiming it stuck to anything (Sam's 99p shop) after a sealed outdoor metal hatch lost it's weldings and started to open Amazingly it worked really well maybe worth a try?

[@POSTIEPLAYS]

20 x 1.5g = 30g, should be light I really like it, great for everyday user without the need for the gun and setup. If it could be refilled for £6 then think it would be better product. I would give it 9 out of 10 overall for its intended market and if they took off the picture suggesting outside use on brick then 10 out 10 as it does what it say it will do.

[@garulusglandarius6126]

Love both your channels Stuart and yes they do work 👍 why do the company not just supply the adhesive in a standard tube, the gimmick dispenser is simply to hike the price up ( 45 pence per blob is not cheap , not a product I’d purchase ! ) Please keep doing what you do, excellent as always 👍👍

[@aussienebula8331]

Great vidio mate. Be interesting to then cut open or break down the items you are testing to see why they are not economically sound. Cheers 🍻

[@jegford]

Hi Stuart, great video. I'd be interested to see you look at the "one coat everywhere" paints I've seen advertised from Ronseal recently. Thanks!

[@TheCarpentersDaughterUK]

15:22 😂😂😂😂 comical timing 😅

[@Andy-zl1rp]

Well done boys and girls keep up the good work.

[@sackville_bagginsess]

This reminds me of being 21(?) in my 2nd year of uni. I used no more nails for a bookshelf for my heavy text books. It lasted for the 9 month I was in that flat. It’s funny, I’d never consider doing that now, even though it worked then. I’d love to know if they’re still standing.

[@neilobusk]

Need to do a vid on tigerseal for sticking stuff... proove how good it actually is.. its not just for cars.. Excellent vid..us guys love sticky stuff my mum always says to me if something is broke.. wants doing.. Omg you are going to try and stick it first ?🙄🙄 N

[@barryhughes1612]

Excellent review just what we need, I am off to B&Q tomorrow to find some for you lol.

[@HektorBandimar]

I like your D.I.Y. reviews, useful, keep them coming. 👍

[@MisterSiga]

ooh brilliant idea for a series ! looking forward to it

[@grahameburnip5880]

Let’s say it does all of those things (ridiculous as they are) a book shelf as an example. I want to decorate, I need to remove the shelf in order to decorate. Or laughably a light fixture etc. I’d cause more damage removing the thing than I would have done if I’d used mechanical fixings. There are times when glue may be a good idea, I use CA glue and accelerator for some things and they work quite well, but a one type suits all I steer clear of.

[@brucemarshall1987]

I've had great success with Cuprinol Ducksback Outdoor Paint. It's intended for sheds and fences. Wax-enriched and non-drip, it lasts for up to five years. I've been using Ducksback for a long time, and in my experience it "does exactly what it says on the tin"! Recommended.

[@gerardbonus5354]

General Comment No More Nails long term: Sudden failure on shelves after ten years. I'm going around and retro fitting screw support on all my stuff like that. As another note ref shelves, a sudden shock will induce failure and this is the actual referred method to remove old stuff.

[@janem3575]

Yes!!!!!! love the idea of this series!

[@Mr_Fahrenheit]

Good honest review, thank you.

[@murtdowling]

Great review mate as always

[@prayagkakoty9220]

Could you cut the empty tube in half? Just to see how much of it is empty space

[@andysmith7903]

Great concept. Love the channel.

[@richzulewski7185]

I would have liked to see a demonstration of tensile strength vs shear strength.

[@vizzair]

bought some of the original NMN , all the shelves i glued fell off the wall in a few weeks ! nails win

[@rodgerq]

I wonder how it stores. Will that cap keep the air off the adhesive enough that it doesn't set in the nozzle and block up.

[@malcolmlindley4465]

It’s a clean way of applying the adhesive, so it would be good if it could be opened and refilled from the normal tube…

[@KennethRankin-r2z]

I buy tools that I do not need, may never use, but it is good to buy things once in a while to cheer yourself up. Could you please give your opinion on these four tools: Tracer deep hole construction pencil kit, better than a pencil, or too much hassle? 3M BMI meter, German pocket tape measure from amazon UK, when would you use it? Faithfull prestige centre finder, this could be useful? Trend S/DAR/200 digital angle rule, £30.00 well spent? Can we go into Screwfix or Toolstation and not buy things we don't need that might come in handy one day?

[@Malcarper]

A cupcake icing sugar syringe set, will produce the exact same shape blobs and is refillable.

[@brianlever3767]

Great series look forward to more

[@jamescodling8641]

Excellent vid yet again.

[@graemeadamson7272]

Does it work ? ...... No not really . In the rew times I have used NMN (probably twice ) I think is that going to hold ? and sure enough it hasn't . There will never be a good replacement for proper fixings . Put it this way , I work in a builders merchants , and really don't think we sell much of it or even if we stock it ! Great video , looking forward to more . Cheers 👊

[@mikecassap]

What I don’t understand in the uk is Why do you hang plaster board then apply 1~2 mm of finishing plaster? Over hear we hang plaster board then just apply a skim coat around just the joints and then paint seem like you do to much work on this ? 👍🇦🇺

[@stephenwest9757]

I correctly predicted the outcome for everything except the square shelf . A fixing is only as strong as the substrate so it was likely the paint or plaster would come away as they cannot take the load. A very expensive and environmentally bad dispensing system. Can it be refilled by yhe Skeleton gun to give the control of the blobs you get with the product.

[@clivefinlay3901]

Whenever possible I like to use No More Nails + rawplugs on our plasterboard & batten walls

[@jupeterborough]

Can you do a video on common plasterboard fixings?

[@kenhughes11]

Could it be used as a dispenser and re-filled from the big tube?

[@maxvaessen]

Love the concept! ❤

[@Malcarper]

Please take it apart or cut it open, to see if there is a way to refill it and reset the counter?

[@PaulDuncalf100]

Another great video, I hate diy, but your tips at least give me a chance to get it right👍

[@tariqismrgrumpy]

Could you please try the JB Weld glues?

[@daveowen9481]

This is a great review!

[@samuelchamberlain2584]

If anyone knows of a glue to that is suitable for attaching a dash cam to windscreen ?. I would love to know it . I have tried superglue on sucker , good quality foam tape on sucker and flat mount .

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

I would like to have seen you leave the dispenser with about 4 pushes left, and tried to use them in a couple of days - Dried out?

[@psdaengr911]

Did the directions have any kind of indication of weight per blob?

[@michaeldullaway746]

Looking forward to see if this series works 😂 but seriously, thanks for sharing

[@SiAnon]

Oddly i've only ever used NMN to glue stuff down, never stick something up somewhere.

[@massimomacucci7461]

Your test brings further evidence to support the conclusion I reached long ago: although there have been significant technological advances in glues (now it is possible to glue an accelerometer on the properly prepared surface of a railway bogie and it will still be there after months of high-speed travel), they are of no help when the surfaces are unreliable, such as painted plaster. There is no guarantee that the paint won't peel off or that the surface of the plaster wll not crumble. Thus, in my opinion, it dos not make sense to glue anything to a wall, unless it is extremely light.