How to attach wood to brick in a rental?

Amin001

Hi, i need to stick a small piece of wood onto bricks so that i can mount a security camera. What would be the best adhesive to use for a good stick that hopefully won't fall off. I'm unable to drill into bricks as it's a rental.

EricL

Hello @Amin001

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about what adhesive to use.

I propose looking at Selleys 350g Heavy Duty Liquid Nails to anchor your piece of wood to the brick surface. I suggest using a light-weight pine panel that is big enough to support the base of your camera. I recommend using masking tape on the timber panel while the adhesive cures. My best advice is to drill pilot holes for the camera so that you will not have to apply heavy force to the timber piece on the brick wall.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

AlanM52

Hello @Amin001 and @EricL,

Wondering when it comes time to vacate how the adhesive can be cleaned off?

@Amin001 can you post some photos of the camera and where it will be mounted.

Cheers

EricL

Hello @Amin001

Because you have to remove the wood sometime in the future, I suggest using Selleys 290ml Clear Storm Waterproof Gutter And Roof Sealant instead as this is much easier to remove with a Craftright 18mm Snap Off Knife. Please do not use the Selleys Liquid Nails as it is difficult to remove.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Jason

Apologies for the error @Amin001. I believe Eric missed that you are in a rental and cannot cause damage.

Please let us know if you need further assistance.

Thanks for the input into the discussion @AlanM52.

Jason

AlanM52

Tagging @Amin001,

I have an idea how you can mount the camera to the wall and not leave behind any forensic evidence.

Please post some photos so I can refine my thoughts.

Cheers

Amin001

Thanks for the advice Eric, very much appreciated.