Types of adhesives

Manufacturers

A large number of companies are engaged in the manufacture of modern adhesive solutions. When choosing, you should give preference to proven manufacturers and quality brands.

Titebond

Products manufactured under the Titebond brand have spread rapidly. The adhesive of this brand is characterized by strong initial setting and quick curing, which reduces the time spent under pressure and simplifies the workflow. The substance forms joints that are superior in strength to the wood itself, must be sanded and do not affect the finish coat. Titebond products can be used for industrial purposes and in everyday life due to their ease of use, safety and the absence of toxic substances in the composition.

"Moment Joiner"

Moment Stolyar moisture resistant glue is suitable for use in the furniture industry, since it reliably connects wooden elements, foam rubber, fabric and upholstery. Also "Moment Joiner" allows you to assemble products from pre-assembled blanks. After applying the substance, no traces remain on the furniture, which improves its aesthetics. "Moment Joiner" has the following properties:

increased category of water resistance in accordance with the internationally accepted classification;
the ability to withstand high temperatures up to 70 degrees;
the average consumption of the substance is 150 g per 1 sq. m;
after drying, the seam takes on a shade of light wood;
if desired, the glue line can be varnished or painted.

"Titanium"

The titan brand glue has a wide range of applications due to its technical properties. It creates a strong bond that serves as an anchor for a variety of materials, including wood, PVC, styrofoam and others. Products manufactured under the Titan brand can be used for interior and exterior work. The main advantages of the substance are: fast consumption, high elasticity, resistance to liquid, lack of color.

Kleiberit

Kleiberit mixes are in demand in the Russian market due to their combination of high quality and affordable cost. The substance is used for facing profile building structures, joining wood products. All mixtures produced under this brand are endowed with the following characteristics:

absence of toxic substances in the composition;
resistance to high temperature and humidity;
ease of use.

Soudal

Soudal adhesives dry quickly and are used for fixing gypsum plasterboards and foam products. The substance is suitable for interior and exterior renovation. The main physical properties of Soudal products include:

no reaction to delicate bases, since the composition contains non-aggressive solvents;
resistance to the influence of liquids and extreme temperatures up to 60 degrees;
the ability to eliminate minor irregularities on the surface by filling;
high adhesion to most building materials.

UHU

The all-purpose UHU type of adhesive creates one of the strongest joints. The seam can withstand short-term heating up to 120 degrees, resistant to water and acid, safe for human health and the environment. Using a substance of the UHU brand, it is necessary to pre-clean and disinfect the surfaces. Then the agent is applied to one surface, the position is corrected and the products are connected. For complete drying, you need to wait about a day.

Additional recommendations

The following tips come in handy when working with glue:

Bubbles and waves can be removed with waxed paper: put tracing paper, baking parchment or waxed plain white sheet on the surface to be leveled, and then iron it on top with a hard roller. If thick cardboard and thin paper are glued together, smooth over the thin paper;
when gluing thin porous paper on thick cardboard, it is curled upside down. To avoid twisting, you need to spread glue on the surface of the cardboard - it is less porous and absorbs less composition;
The second way to deal with the folding of the cardboard is to glue thin paper on the back for resistance. In this case, glue should be coated on a paper sheet, and not on the surface of the cardboard.

> If the adhesive irritates the skin, it is best to wear gloves. When working with formulations that emit a strong odor, you need to open the window. The creation of beauty should not harm health.

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What is scrapbooking

The art of decorating photo albums and postcards got its name from the merger of two English words: "scrap" - "cut" and "book" - "book". The meaning of creativity lies in the compilation of plot collages from newspaper and magazine clippings, photographs. The peculiarity of scrapbooking is volume, layering. In their work, they use stickers on springs and double-sided tape, ribbons and rings.

Scrapbooking kits include:

high-quality white, colored, textured paper, made using a special technology, almost imperishable;
cardboard of various colors and textures;
chipboards;
brads in the form of flowers, hearts, animals, butterflies, bees;
eyelets;
rhinestones, stones, beads;
metal, wood and plaster figures.

Using the scrapbooking technique, they create thematic photo albums: wedding albums, dedicated to vacations, the birth of a child, graduation from school or university. Any memorable event can be immortalized in a separate postcard and framed. Scrapbooking is used to decorate not only photographs, but also postcards, wish lists, mood boards.

What glue is right

Manufacturers offer many varieties of adhesives suitable for gluing paper and cardboard. The composition of the funds is different, so they must be used correctly.

Glue stick

In children's creativity, this type of tool is often used. The advantage of the glue stick is that it:

easy to use;
economical in consumption;
firmly glues different types of paper, cardboard, textiles.

The product does not stain the child's hands, it does not stain clothes.

A glue stick is used to temporarily fasten the sheets, to decorate the applique. You can not use the product for bulky crafts, since the parts will quickly move away from each other after drying.

PVA

This material is based on polyvinyl acetate, a substance with excellent adhesive properties. The harmless adhesive does not have a pungent odor. It is used for gluing natural material onto cardboard. During application with a thin layer of PVA, it does not deform the paper. Already after 3-4 minutes, the glue dries partially, leaving no stains. The product is left for a day under a press for better bonding. The convenience of applying strips of glue is noted, since the product is packaged in bottles with a nozzle.

Super glue

The adhesion force of the cyanoacrylate substance, which is used for the manufacture of the adhesive composition, is great. The viscous mass grabs instantly, so you should connect the parts of the object correctly immediately. Then it will be more difficult to correct the situation.

The disadvantage of the material is that when gluing, you can connect the skin of the fingers. Then it is difficult to wipe off the pieces of glue from it. And the product has a pungent smell, so it is better to deal with the connection in a ventilated area or in the fresh air.

Gum arabic

The adhesive composition is made from arabic gum diluted in water. Its advantages are that it:

harmless to human health;
has a high degree of adhesion;
reliable and gives strength to the seams to be glued.

It is difficult to obtain glue ready-made.More often it is prepared independently by mixing 10 grams of gum in 20 milliliters of water.

Acrylic

A feature of acrylic adhesives is that they hold together even thick cardboard with high quality. They produce glue in tubes, hence the convenience of applying the product. But since the base in the material consists of water, a large amount of the applied substance leads to deformation of paper crafts.

Dextrin

Previously, a paste made from flour or potato starch was used to glue paper elements. Now, in the production of dextrin glue, they act on starch with high temperatures. Within 1.5 hours in a cabinet that is heated to 160 degrees, starch is split and converted into dextrin. The resulting substance is dissolved in water and a little glycerin is added. The product is used for gluing paper.

Spray adhesive

The new glue-spray was highly appreciated, because it is evenly sprayed from the can onto the sheet. At the same time, there are no traces left on the hands, table, clothes. Quickly adhere when sprayed on fabrics, all types of paper.

Joiner

This type of glue is natural and differs in that it firmly adheres parts of the object.

It is important that the product is transparent. Long-term storage of a substance in a liquid state leads to the formation of mold inside the bottle

It is better to purchase the glue in the form of a brownish powder and dilute with water, slowly heating the mixture in a water bath. For 1 part of the substance, 2 parts of water are needed.

Photo glue

It is better to glue photographs into an album with rubber glue. Even after drying, if necessary, you can remove the photo, and clean the cardboard surface of the album with an eraser.

What adhesive is suitable

Glues for potals have a general name: Mordan. The second name used by manufacturers is mixtion.

In composition, they are:

alcohol;
water-acrylic;
oil.

The choice of adhesive depends on:

from the area of decoration;
base material;
external conditions for work;
the location of the artistic element;
experience with adhesives.

Correctly selected glue is the main condition for the high-quality implementation of a creative idea.

Water based

Inexpensive, universal glue has 3 types:

water-acrylic;
pasty;
solid.

The water-acrylic composition can be predominantly aqueous or acrylic. Water-based glue is used for gilding 15-60 minutes after application to the surface. Within half an hour, it loses its stickiness. The specific terms of its use depend on the temperature and humidity in the room, the thickness of the layer, and the type of material. Water-based adhesives are used only indoors, in the absence of dust and high dryness of the air. The products are convenient and easy to use when decorating small items and small surfaces. Do not allow the composition to get on the front side of the potal.

Acrylic-based adhesives retain sticky properties for 1-2 hours, have better adhesion than milk. When working with wood, gypsum, before applying glue, the surfaces are impregnated with a special varnish. On varnished, synthetic materials, the glue is applied after degreasing and dust removal. Restoration work with its help is carried out indoors and outdoors. The solid form is in the form of a pencil. A pencil is the most convenient form for working with glazed flakes.

Oil

Oil adhesives for potal are produced on the basis of natural oils (for example, linseed) or animal fat (most often rabbit). Adhesives are used by professionals when carrying out internal and external restoration work. Oil-based adhesives dry completely after 10-12 hours. Layer thickness - no more than 1 millimeter. To reduce the viscosity, it can be diluted with turpentine in a 1: 1 ratio. To obtain a strong connection with gold leaf, the surface for decoration undergoes a thorough preliminary preparation.

A mixture of natural oil, fish glue, chalk is applied to wooden, gypsum elements.After drying, the surfaces are painted with acrylic paint, then sanded, varnished with shellac. This technology provides a high quality gold leaf coating for a long time. Depending on the thickness of the adhesive layer, the characteristics of the material, the temperature and dryness of the air, 3- and 12-hour mixtions are used (which means the time interval through which the glue can be applied).

Alcoholic

Alcohol mixtions are among the most popular among hand-made lovers. Depending on the modification, they retain their sticky properties from 2 to 24 hours. Drying time is 30 minutes. The adhesive can be thinned with ethyl alcohol.

Recommendations for preparation and storage of glue

To keep the glue as long as possible, follow our recommendations:

Always store formulations in sealed containers. If the container does not close tightly, use one layer of aluminum foil and two layers of polyethylene as a lid gasket.
If you use a solution from a jar, do not overflow it, as it will fall on the neck and the lid will stick tightly. Take a brush for convenience.
Always sign formulations and keep them away from children and heat sources.
If the recipe contains solvents or gasoline, use a respirator and gloves.
Do not use containers in which the glue was prepared for storing food.
Prepare and measure all the materials you need before starting to create the glue.
Do not dilute the compositions with water, take drying oil or solvents for this.

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Description and features

Glue stick is a solid glue mass packed in a plastic tube. The peculiarity of the tube is the presence of a rotary part, which allows the glue column to be pulled out as it is used. The big advantage of a glue stick over liquid formulations is that no additional tools are needed for gluing.

When working, the adhesive does not stain your hands. The glue is easy to use. Thanks to its sealed packaging, you can carry it with you in your bag and even in your pocket. It is economical. The working surface is covered with glue evenly.

The glue is completely safe. It contains no toxic substances. When using a glue stick, there is no danger of flooding the furniture or ruining the work. The glue is stored for a long time. Its shelf life is 36 months. Suitable for use in schools and kindergartens.

How to glue correctly

The procedure for using the glue depends on the specific variety. If a solution is used that is applied warm, it needs to be preheated. For this, the substance is mixed with a hardener and heated to a temperature of about 70-80 degrees. Then, within 2-3 hours, the solution retains its properties without the need for additional heating.

The glue is applied to the surface of the wood in an even thin layer using a brush of a suitable size. The optimum layer thickness is about 0.2 mm. To prevent the composition from spreading at the seam site, you need to wait a few minutes. After that, the surfaces of the products are connected to each other and squeezed. It takes 2-4 hours for complete adhesion and drying.

TOP-5 polyurethane-based adhesives

Soudal 66A

The glue of the Belgian company Soudal opens our top five. This adhesive is highly resistant to the following effects:

high humidity;
heat;
loads of various nature - both static and dynamic.

This polyurethane adhesive is well adapted to most materials, from wood to concrete and metal. In addition, glue shows itself well when gluing materials such as roofing material, drywall and asbestos.

In general, the price is affordable, and the glue itself is not bad. Therefore, you can take a closer look at him.

pros

Adequate cost.
Excellent compatibility with any kind of wood.
Good adhesion to any surface, be it dry or wet.
High quality and speed of gluing.
Easy to apply.
High resistance to negative effects.

Minuses

Short shelf life.
Useful properties are lost at temperatures below + 5 ° C.

~~Soudal 66A~~

Akfix PA370 D4

"Almost bronze" goes to a model from Akfix. This model is a turnkey solution based on polyurethane for gluing wooden parts to a concrete or metal surface. High resistance to moisture, stress and other external factors makes this adhesive popular among users.

To make the most durable connection, the outside temperature should be at least +5 degrees. And in order for the seam to remain as strong as at the very beginning, you need to make sure that the temperature range is from -40 to +100 degrees.

pros

Easy to use.
Low viscosity.
It sets quickly and dries up.
Resistant to moisture and high temperature.

Minuses

May catch fire.

~~Akfix PA370 D4~~

Kleiberit 501.0 D4

"Bronze" receives one of the best polyurethane adhesives from a German manufacturer. This model of glue is an example of quality and not too high a price.

The basis of the adhesive is polyurethane, which is responsible for moisture resistance and strength under different temperature conditions. They can connect wooden elements to any surface.

The high quality of the glue means that at least it can be used anywhere and in any weather. To freeze, you need to wait only 24 hours.

In general, this glue model in the reviews is described only from the positive side. True, the smell of this glue is very strong, so you have to wait until it wears off.

pros

Easy to use.
It hardens quickly.
It applies everywhere.
Resistant to aggressive environments and sudden temperature changes.

Minuses

Dries for a long time.
The aroma is very strong.

~~Kleiberit 501.0 D4~~

Bostik Tarbicol PU 1K

In second place in our ranking is a polyurethane adhesive produced by a French company under the name Bostik France. With this glue, you can easily lay parquet boards of various lengths on any surface, be it wood, cement, concrete or metal.

All joints created with this glue have high strength and durability, which do not disappear even after a long time. This is especially evident in a situation where wooden parts for the "Warm floor" system are fastened with such glue. When the floor is heated, the parts stick together and do not come apart.

Special attention should be paid to the composition of the adhesive. You will not find any solvents or water in it. In addition, the consistency of this glue is not liquid, but in the form of a cream paste.

pros

High efficiency.
Ease of use - just apply and wait.
Easy to apply to wood surfaces.
Helps smooth out uneven surfaces.
High moisture resistance - this glue can be used to bond wooden parts even in the bathroom or kitchen.
Convenient packaging.
Frost resistance at a good level - the structure of the composition does not change at temperatures down to minus 20 ° C.
Does not burn.

Minuses

High price.
It is considered quite toxic.

~~Bostik Tarbicol PU 1K~~

Chimiver Adesiver Elastic

Chimiver wood glue takes the first place in this rating. And it’s not just that.

The model under consideration is primarily intended for working with parquet. The composition of the glue allows the wood elements to be held together as tightly as possible. True, you have to wait a long time - about three or four days.

As part of this glue, you will not find the following components:

epoxy resin;
amines;
isocyanates;
solvents;
water.

When the adhesive hardens, the joint becomes very resistant to a range of negative effects, including fire and water, wear and tear and temperature extremes.

pros

Adequate price.
High efficiency.
Economical consumption.
Long shelf life.
Convenient packaging.

Minuses

No cons.

~~Chimiver Adesiver Elastic~~

The best choice for decor

A large selection of materials for decorative techniques makes it possible for everyone to find something to their liking.

And here it is important to decide on the glue to create unique crafts, pleasant gizmos for the whole family.

Glossy Accent by Range

Many people use non-toxic and transparent glue when working with various materials: paper, cardboard, glass, acrylic. It is convenient to use the composition by gluing bulky decorations in the form of buttons, beads, artificial flowers to the products.

Universal polymer

The main advantage of the polymer adhesive is that it can glue any surfaces. Even thinly applying the product, you can achieve the strength of the resulting product.

Professional binding

The water dispersion agent is produced by the "Decor Factory" company. The glue is based on synthetic white resins. The glue is intended for bookbinding. It is used in decorative crafts, gluing paper, cardboard, glass, plastic. If you dilute the product in water (30 grams of glue per 10 grams of water), then it can be used using the decoupage technique.

Typographic

Bookbinding glue is sold in powder form. It is diluted with water and used for:

gluing the spines of books;
creating notebooks, brochures;
weave books.

Apply adhesive solution in scrapbooking, applications. It has a high adhesive power. In addition, the composition can be easily washed from hands, brushes, and does not stain the paper.

Tacky glue original

An absolutely harmless product makes it possible to use not only paper, but also ceramics and fabric in crafts. The economy of the glue is noted. After working with it, no yellowness remains on the products. Paper parts do not get wet and do not warp after the composition dries. Packaged in tubes, the product is easy to use.

How to make PVA glue at home

In order to prepare PVA glue with your own hands, you need to choose the following ingredients:

glycerin - 4 grams;
wheat flour - 100 grams;
distilled water - 1 liter;
ethyl alcohol - 20 ml;
photographic gelatin - 5 grams.

Some of these raw materials are always available at home, and the rest you can buy at the pharmacy. Before preparing the glue, one day before, it is necessary to soak the gelatin in plain water.

When the gelatin is already infused, it is necessary to build a water bath from kitchen utensils. All raw materials, not including alcohol and glycerin, are placed in a container and boiled in a water bath.

Stir the resulting mixture constantly and wait for it to become the desired consistency (thick).

When the mass has become thick, you can add ethyl alcohol and glycerin to it. Next, you need to thoroughly stir the mass until there are no heterogeneities in it. After the mass has become homogeneous, you can stop the glue preparation process. You can use homemade PVA glue as soon as it cools down.

Recommended brands overview

You cannot buy paper glue without knowing its properties. Experts recommend choosing certain brands that will allow you to do paperwork with high quality.

All-purpose PVA glue OLECOLOR

The best adhesive properties are possessed by universal PVA. It is used not only for domestic purposes, but also for repairs. The composition dries up after 1 hour if paper and cardboard are glued together. At the same time, it retains its resistance at room temperature and humidity of 60%.

"Component Urethane 500"

Polyurethane glue is preferred when the strength of products from:

cardboard;
wood materials;
PVC;
expanded polystyrene.

The product contains no water and organic solvents. The viscosity of the glue is medium, and the seam after application is quite tough.

"Moment Crystal"

The advantages of this brand of glue are that it is easy to work with. At the same time, it connects firmly thick sheets of paper, cardboard. It is used to repair ceramics, glass, wood. The product retains transparency after use, is resistant to moisture and temperature extremes.

Ergomelt

It is convenient to use a glue gun to create crafts. Special rods are intended for the tool. They heat up and glue the parts of the craft firmly and securely.Ergomelt is often used when working with corrugated paper and cardboard. A thin layer of substance is enough to firmly connect the parts.

KRYLON EASY-TACK

Velcro glue is suitable for reusable use. It is good for them to connect thin types of paper. The product dries quickly, does not have a pungent odor. It's easy to use.

Art-Potch Pecoupaqe HobbyLine

Decoupage technique is very popular among adults and children. Often you have to decorate plates, glasses, vases with patterns from napkins. And here you can not do without a special glossy water-based glue. It is acquired when working with thin types of paper.

MarabuPecoupaqeKleberProfi

Transparent, water-resistant product is useful for creating decorative plates, glasses, vases. Well, firmly adheres the composition of rice, tissue paper to surfaces made of wood, glass, porcelain