Adhesive for attaching Sheetrock inside the safe

[shamrock12]

So the other day I felt something moving inside the safe door when opening and closing. Removed the inner paneling and discovered a section of drywall loosely sitting at the bottom of door frame. It came detached from the backside of the door. There is another layer of drywall inside the door but is covered in powder coat from the factory but there also are a couple spots of steel surfaces that the now loose drywall came off too.

So I am wondering if there is an adhesive that is widely available in most hardware stores that would work well for reattaching the loose drywall but also being able to withstand the temperature (to a certain degree) in case of a fire? I noticed that the factory adhesive is easy to remove with heat gun which surprised me. It looked like a hot glue that is sticky and pliable.

 

[ELR LVR]

So the other day I felt something moving inside the safe door when opening and closing. Removed the inner paneling and discovered a section of drywall loosely sitting at the bottom of door frame. It came detached from the backside of the door. There is another layer of drywall inside the door but is covered in powder coat from the factory but there also are a couple spots of steel surfaces that the now loose drywall came off too.

So I am wondering if there is an adhesive that is widely available in most hardware stores that would work well for reattaching the loose drywall but also being able to withstand the temperature (to a certain degree) in case of a fire? I noticed that the factory adhesive is easy to remove with heat gun which surprised me. It looked like a hot glue that is sticky and pliable.

What brand of safe is it if I may ask
Arent they usually concrete inside?

 

[jelenko]

Looks like there's lots available
https://www.google.com/search?q=dry...OYAwCIBgGQBgiSBwE1oAfDGA&sclient=gws-wiz-serp

 

[TTE]

I don't know about the heat/fire factor, but Liquid Nails will hold it as long as you and apply it and let it dry in place.

towel rack ripped off the wall at my rental .... Liquid Nailed it in place so it would not move while it dried. It's still up after 4 years.

 

[nettle]

Hot glue is removable if needed.

 

[BW64]

PL400 const adhesive

 

[Charliemac]

I was told that glue would vaporize and cover everything in the safe with some kind of goop in the event of a fire. I myself would not use glue?

 

[muleystalker]

I would probably go with the highest temp rated RTV I could find. Silicone actually has a high adhesive quality as long as both surfaces are cleaned well before hand.

Gasket Maker RTV Silicone, 10.1 Fl Oz

Krakenbond Gasket Maker High Heat RTV Silicone Sealant: High heat resistance (250°C-300°C), 100% silicone, flexible and durable for automotive and industrial use.

krakenbond.net

 

[david12601]

Contact the safe maker and see what they reccomend

 

[whatsupdoc]

Rutland Products Black, 10.3 fl oz Cartridge Furnace Cement, 10​

 

[sjoliat]

I wouldn't bother asking the safe manufacturer - the stuff they used didn't last, without a fire. I second the recommendation for high-heat RTV silicone.

 

[M-61]

Extreme Fire Block Polyurethane Foam Sealant

Enhance safety and versatility in construction with Fire Block Polyurethane Foam Sealant – fire-retardant, waterproof, and easy to use.

krakenbond.net

This would be a great adhesive for what you are looking for. The home improvement box stores would / should also carry something similar

Does it list a temperature that it can withstand ?
Then I’d be concerned if that number is accurate.
I’d want to call a safe manufacturer to see what they say.

 

[Wild Bill IV]

So the other day I felt something moving inside the safe door when opening and closing. Removed the inner paneling and discovered a section of drywall loosely sitting at the bottom of door frame. It came detached from the backside of the door. There is another layer of drywall inside the door but is covered in powder coat from the factory but there also are a couple spots of steel surfaces that the now loose drywall came off too.

So I am wondering if there is an adhesive that is widely available in most hardware stores that would work well for reattaching the loose drywall but also being able to withstand the temperature (to a certain degree) in case of a fire? I noticed that the factory adhesive is easy to remove with heat gun which surprised me. It looked like a hot glue that is sticky and pliable.

Just use the PL400!! It does not need to be fire rated!!! I have had to make fire rated/resistant fire extinguisher box housings in fire rated walls!!! Cut the topto fit tight!! Then the back/ door(s) and the the sides to fit tight, using a sheetrock rasp!! Finally, cut the bottom!! If the adhesive breaks down, the vertical sheetrock will stay in place with a tight fitting bottom panel!!!

But, you have to fill the voids, corners with a fire rated caulk for this to be affective!!! Or, fire tape the joints!!!

For the door seal, use fire rated smoke seal door gasket! It is made to expand and seal in the event of a fire!!! These seals are required for fire escape doors in commercial buildings, schools, and hospitals!!!

I have had to deal with fire Marshall inspections of utility chases (floor to floor) using special 1-1/4" fire rated sheet rock panels and steel framing, doors with Panic bar latches, mag lock firewall double doors, fire extinguisher boxes, sprinkler systems, stair cases, and elevator shafts!!!

I have also build double unipoured concrete and steel walls filled with chard!! Explosion proof walls with a blast relieve steel constructed wall!! Used for storing plastic explosives for oil patch work!! ATF and fire Marshall inspected and certified!!