Titebond glue: varieties, consumption and application

Varieties

Such an adhesive composition has several varieties, each of which has its own characteristics and properties:

• Titebond 2 is the most moisture resistant and strongest type of adhesive in this range, it cannot be removed even with a solvent. When frozen, it can come into contact with food and will not cause any damage to health (when used in kitchen furniture and household appliances).
• Titebond 3 - has a relatively low strength, it can also contact food without harm.

• Original Titebond is a special type, in terms of composition and application, it practically does not differ from the previous ones. Its main advantage is the ability to use it for repairing musical instruments, since it does not spoil the sound of wooden products.
• Titebond Heavy Duty is a super strong assembly adhesive that can withstand metal objects, bricks, fiberglass. You can also highlight its resistance to moisture.

Adhesive characteristics

Despite the possibility of professional use, the products of the series do not require special skills, knowledge during application.

They are easy to use, it is only important to carefully read the instructions. A common tool, including metal, is suitable for work, glue does not stick to metal, and all fixtures can be easily cleaned

The main property that distinguishes Titebond adhesives from PVA and liquid nails is their high moisture resistance that meets American standards.

Other properties and technical parameters of Titebond adhesives:

1. After hardening, all adhesives become transparent, despite the initial dullness of the consistency. They can even be applied to delicate items.
2. Means are resistant to freezing, after drying, the seam will withstand temperatures down to -35 degrees. Also, glued bases can be heated up to +40 degrees, but at +100 the seam area can catch fire.
3. The bond strength will be very high, much higher than the wood itself. This ensures the durability of the glued products. The seam is resistant not only to the action of water, but also to the influence of solvents and acoustic vibrations.

1. Adhesives are universal, they are suitable for all types of wood, as well as other compositions based on wood, combined materials, many types of plastics. Also, the means can effectively fasten paper, cardboard. Elastic compounds are suitable for use as sealants.
2. All errors in work - stains, drips - can be washed off with water until complete solidification. This is very convenient for adjusting the glue line.
3. The polymerization of the composition is fast (10-20 minutes), but still not instantaneous, and it is quite possible to correct the position of the parts. As the humidity rises and the temperature drops, polymerization may slow down. You can not work with the composition at temperatures less than + 10-12 degrees.
4. It is not required to subject parts to strong compression, installation under a press. They will stick together even with a moderate degree of fixation, the adhesion will not decrease.

The most popular adhesives of the Titbond brand have a dry residue of 48%, their viscosity is 4000 mPa / s, and their acidity is 3 pH. Material consumption is 180 g / sq. see After opening, each product remains suitable for a long time (up to 2 years) if stored at a temperature of about +20 degrees. It is undesirable to apply the composition on painted surfaces, use it in rooms with too high humidity, poor ventilation.

Instructions for use

You can start working with the product only at freezing temperatures indoors or outside buildings.For all types of adhesives, preliminary surface preparation is very important: in the presence of dust, sawdust, and other contaminants, the degree of adhesion may decrease. In addition to such contaminants, grease, oil stains, and old paint should be removed. For this purpose, the following methods are used:

• grinding with a special machine, sandpaper;
• the use of a scraper;
• rinsing with household or professional detergents;
• wiping with degreasers, solvents.

Work should only be done in a well-ventilated area. Due to the environmental friendliness of the composition, it is possible not to use special respiratory protection, but for allergy sufferers, people with hypersensitivity and lung diseases, masks (respirators) are required. If dizziness is observed, you should immediately leave work and go out into fresh air. If the glue gets on the skin, wash it well with soap, otherwise there is a risk of irritation and redness. When the product gets into the eyes, they are washed well (at least 10 minutes), if necessary, consult a doctor.

Titebond glue is one of the highest quality and most convenient products that does not need to be diluted, but can be used ready-made. It has the highest moisture resistance among similar compositions, it is economical, therefore it is most often used by professionals.

Varieties and scope of glue

Titebond wood adhesives are high quality joinery for professional and home use. They have a different basis depending on the specific purpose: artificial rubber, polyurethane, aliphatic resins. The products also contain polymers, protein compounds, water, various modifiers and plasticizers.

In total, there are 25 types of adhesives in the Titbond line, but on the domestic and European markets the most common universal one-component products with strong water-repellent properties. Their technical characteristics are unique: if the substrate is properly prepared and the instructions are followed, the glue joint will be practically unaffected by moisture. Most adhesives can be used for the following purposes:

• laying parquet boards at home, in offices;
• restoration of old wooden coverings;
• Furniture assembly;
• gluing wood and plastic parts;
• production of plywood products;
• various renovation works.

Depending on the specific type of waterproof glue, its properties and purpose may be different. The main types of adhesives "Titebond":

1. Original Wood Glue. Glue with a red label is used for repair, restoration of musical instruments, in the production of similar products. After drying, it forms a hard, low-plastic seam that does not interfere with normal sounding, does not change the properties of the wood.

1. Titebond II Premium. This product has a blue sticker, it is also moisture resistant, while not being affected by solvents. The glue line will be quite elastic, the initial grip will be more powerful. Due to its environmental friendliness, the glue can be used for gluing wooden cutting boards and other products that are indirectly in contact with food. Also, glue number 2 is used to repair room, garden and other outdoor furniture, mailboxes, veneer, laminate, plywood, fiberboard, chipboard. It is packed in bottles, cans, buckets and even barrels with a volume of 0.037-100 liters.

1. Titebond III Ultimate. Glue "Titbond 3" with a green sticker is produced on a water basis, has an opaque consistency, cream color. All polymers in the composition are harmless to health, therefore the product is well suited for products in contact with food. Most often, the glue is used in the food industry, but it can also be used for repair, restoration of plywood, veneer, other types of wooden surfaces, as well as plastic. It is suitable for outdoor and indoor use, but not suitable for products placed in water.

1. Titebond Heavy. It is a super strong assembly adhesive, available in a yellow tube.It contains artificial rubber, due to which it does not harm any type of wood, it can even be used for gluing wet, frozen wood. The finished glue seam is elastic, not subject to destruction, flexible, does not deteriorate from mechanical stress. In addition to wood, this glue is suitable for bonding ceramics, slate, organic glass, natural and artificial stone, fiberglass, concrete, ceramic parts.

Characteristics of Titebond II Premium Wood Glue

Titebond, which you can recognize by the II Premium Wood Glue designation, comes in blue packaging and is a moisture resistant compound that meets stringent American standards for water resistance. It is used for bonding hard and soft woods. In joinery, you can make surface and butt joints, as well as glue paper film, laminate, veneer, chipboard, MDF, fiberboard and plywood.

This composition is used in furniture production, providing the most durable setting even with a short pressing time. You will be able to obtain a higher bond strength, which is even higher compared to the wood itself.

Instructions for use

• Preparing the material for bonding: the material must be prepared for bonding on the same day. Maintain the correct level of bonded surfaces. The surfaces must be free of wood dust. To achieve an even distribution of pressure during gluing, the difference in the thickness of the material to be glued should not exceed ± 0.15 mm. Maximum deviation scale of the material to be glued: 1.5 mm.
• Application: Application amount of glue is usually 120-150 g / m2. In the case of porous materials or uneven surfaces, the above value may be increased.
• Bonding time: 7-10 min. The setting time depends on the amount of adhesive applied, the porosity of the material to be bonded, the moisture content of the wood, the bonding temperature, and the like.
• Pressing pressure: Pressing pressure mainly depends on the type of laminated wood. Suggested values:
  • for soft wood species: 7.0-10.5 kg / cm2;
  • medium hard: 8.8-12.3 kg / cm2;
  • solid: 12.3-17.6 kg / cm2.
• Pressing time: 10-20 minutes (at 20 ° C). Pressing time depends on the type of wood, wood moisture, gluing temperature.
• Actions after gluing: after removing the element from the press, the connection reaches the initial force, which allows manipulation with it. It is recommended to perform mechanical processing on the second day of gluing in order to avoid changes in the dimensions of the glued material caused by residual moisture remaining in the seam to be glued.
• Cleaning: cold water should be used to remove wet glue. In case of partially dried adhesive, use hot water. If the adhesive cures completely, the best cleaning effect is achieved with hot steam.

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How to remove?

Since liquid nails are not an easy glue, it is very difficult to remove it from almost any surface due to impurities in the composition.

If liquid nails have not yet had time to dry, then such a composition can be removed quite easily with a rag and water - this applies to solid objects. If it is clothing or upholstered furniture, then you need to resort to the help of a solvent. In the event that the glue has already hardened, it will be much more difficult to do this. In most cases, the packaging of high-quality glue contains instructions for removing this composition. If there is no such instruction, then you can resort to the following tips.

To remove the glue, prepare the following items:

• water with a solvent;
• liquid nail cleaners, which will be needed for the final removal of residues - they are sold in specialty hardware stores;
• rubber gloves;
• scraper, knife or flathead screwdriver;
• a piece of fishing line or wire.

When all the components are ready, you should start cleaning:

• first you need to slightly lift a piece of dried glue with a scraper or other flat object;
• then you need to stick a wire or fishing line under this piece;
• after that, with the inserted wire, you need to remove the main part of the glue with sawing movements;
• the remaining stain can be simply removed with water or a special cleaner.

Liquid nail gun

Liquid nails are usually packaged in special tubes. To facilitate working with them, a liquid nail gun is intended. It consists of the following parts:

• holding device;
• trigger mechanism;
• a disk with which pressure is produced on the inside of the tube;
• stock;
• a tongue that acts as a retainer.

To work with a gun, you must directly prepare a tube with liquid nails. To do this, it is opened and the tip is screwed on. In order to insert the tube into the pistol, remove the tongue from the locking position and pull the rod towards you until it stops. Then we put the tube into the pistol, and move the rod away from ourselves until the disc stops completely. It should rest on the squeezing mechanism in the tube. Then, pressing the trigger, we set in motion the squeezing mechanism in the tube. Due to this, the glue comes out of the tube.

In order to stop the flow of glue, it is necessary to release the locking tab and pull the rod towards you.

Main characteristics

Liquid nails at the moment of installation are quite strong and reliable glue. It is several times stronger than other species. It prevents oxidation of the material, thereby eliminating corrosion and the appearance of fungus.

Types of liquid nails

Depending on the field of application and composition, liquid nails are divided into the following types:

• Liquid nails containing a water base. In other words, glue on acrylic. They are usually used in low humidity conditions. Cannot be used at low temperatures. Designed for fastening objects that have a porous structure. They are very often used for tiles, PVC, mirrors. These include super-strong glue MVP-70, which is a durable material that is designed for gluing a wide range of materials. The composition of MVP-70 includes polyacrylate. It is solvent-free and therefore odorless. MVP-70 has a transparent base, therefore it is ideal for attaching glass and mirrors. The adhesion force reaches up to 70 kg / m2.
• Liquid nails containing organic solvent. They are easy to distinguish from acrylics, they have a pungent smell. When working with them, you need to take care of safety, since frequent use is unhealthy. But the result of the work pleases. With their help, you can mount almost any material of significant weight.

Advantages

Due to the high efficiency of liquid nails, they have a number of advantages over other adhesives:

• It is very simple and without any problems gluing objects made of plastic, wood, metal and ceramics.
• The drying process does not occur instantly, but rather quickly and provides high strength. Due to the fact that the glue does not dry out instantly, it is possible to correct the shortcomings made during installation.
• Liquid nails do not destroy the structure of the material, which prevents the formation of corrosion.
• They have frost resistance, low flammability and resistance to vibration processes.

It is the possession of all the listed characteristics and advantages that explains the many positive reviews about liquid nails at the moment.

Usage Tips

In order for the work to go with a favorable result, it is worth using the tips for using titebond wood glue:

• It is better to apply the mass at positive temperatures.
• It is recommended to thoroughly dry the base, clean it from dirt, fat deposits.
• If the product has stood for a long time, it is recommended to thoroughly mix the composition before use.
• The mass polymerizes in 20 minutes, so the work is carried out quickly, the correction of defects is allowed within the first 5-10 minutes.
• To ensure full adhesion, the product can be placed under a press.
• If the working surfaces have an applied paint layer, then it is recommended to first remove it or process it with sandpaper.
• Work is carried out in IZ products, which will help protect the skin from pollution.
• Work is carried out in a well-ventilated area where the humidity is set within the normal range.
• The mass with the expired shelf life is not applied, since the declared properties are not provided in full.

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Usage Tips

It is recommended to use Titebond only at positive temperatures. Bonding surfaces must be dry, thoroughly cleaned of dirt, grease, foreign particles.

Before applying the substance to the surface, it must be stirred. It should be remembered that the composition completely hardens after 10-20 minutes. Therefore, it must be prepared before starting work. For a tighter adhesion of the surface, you can hold it under pressure for some time.

The adhesive mixture is not recommended for joining painted surfaces, as well as on damp surfaces.

All work with glue must be carried out in protective equipment. For this, special gloves and glasses are used. If the product gets on the skin or mucous membranes, it should be washed off with plenty of water, and if necessary, you should consult a specialist. The room must be well ventilated. The air humidity should not exceed the established standards.

The waterproof adhesive has a shelf life of 2 years from the date of opening the package. It should be stored at room temperature. Expired glue is not recommended.

Among those who used the adhesive composition in everyday life, there are both positive and negative opinions.

The positive aspects include ease of use, high adhesion density of surfaces, fast solidification. There are reviews that the strength of the glue is higher than the strength of the tree itself. It is noted that the substance, until it dries, can be easily removed from any surfaces.

The disadvantages include the inability of the sticky substance to maintain its structure in direct sunlight. Rapid destruction of the glue line is noted. You can also find reviews that the glue dissolves in water, so it is not recommended for boat repair. Many people point to a fairly high cost.

When using the formulations for their intended purpose, in compliance with the instructions for use, there are no complaints about the product. Negative reviews are most often associated with a violation of the application technology or the use of low-quality formulations

It is important to note that any repair products should be purchased from stores. In this case, it is necessary to carefully study the instructions, and if you have any questions, consult with a specialist

You will find helpful tips for gluing wood in the following video.

Peculiarities

This type of glue is endowed with the following qualities:

• the strength of the cured glue is much higher than that of the wood part itself, which indicates high reliability;
• versatility - it can fit both wood of any type and age, as well as various plastic parts;
• does not stick to auxiliary tools, with the help of which excess glue is removed;
• tolerates quite low and high temperatures;

• sets quickly, but before it dries completely, it can be safely cleaned with water, which allows you to modify any irregularities and inaccuracies;
• can be used only in the interior decoration of the room - such glue will not work for the street side;
• Titebond should be applied to a dry, well-cleaned surface from various debris;
• long shelf life.

The composition of this glue includes water-based resins, so it has a viscous consistency that hardens over time. Titebond brand glue is a very practical and quite versatile means for joining parts.

Varieties

There are about 25 Titebond adhesives that are widely used in industry.The following four one-component compositions are considered the most popular in our country.

Original wood glue

Comes on sale in containers with a red sticker. Suitable for restoration, renovation, production of musical instruments. When dry, it does not change the woody qualities, does not distort the sound, and becomes hard. In addition, it can be used to assemble furniture.

Specifications:

• viscosity - 3200 mPa * s;
• dry residue - 46%;
• acidity - 4.6 pH;
• minimum temperature of use - +10 С;

Not recommended for outdoor use.

Titebond 2 Premium

Has a blue label. Suitable for gluing all types of wood products. Suitable for gluing joints and joints. Allows you to work with laminate, chipboard, fiberboard, veneer, plywood and paper film. Good for restoring furniture, gluing various boards. Differs in excellent adhesion at a short pressing interval.

Physical properties of the glue:

• viscosity - 4000 mPa * s;
• dry residue - 48%;
• acidity - 3 pH;
• minimum temperature of use - +12 C;
• consumption per 1 m2 - 180 g.

This type of adhesive is resistant to heat, solvents and acoustic vibrations. After using such glue, the products will not stick out at temperatures from -30 to 50C. The dried composition has a creamy transparent tone.

Titebond 3 Ultimate

Water-dispersible adhesive, sold in containers with a green label. The consistency is creamy and opaque in appearance. Prepared with water. Designed for fiberboard, chipboard, veneer, plywood, MDS, wood and plastic. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Differs in particularly good moisture resistance.

Titebond 3 Ultimate is non-toxic. It can be used for things used to store food, as well as those that directly interact with food.

The adhesive can be used hot or cold. In the first case, the speed of the surface setting process is increased by heating the glue joint or the wood itself.

Composition properties:

• viscosity - 4200 mPa * s;
• dry residue - 52%;
• acidity - 2.5 pH;
• density - 1.1 kg / l;
• consumption per 1 m2 - 190 g;
• drying time - 10-20 minutes;
• the minimum temperature of use is +8 C.

Heavy duty

Super strong assembly adhesive, sold in a yellow tube. It contains artificial rubber, which makes it possible to glue wet, frozen wood products. The glue seam does not change from physical impact, does not collapse, is not susceptible to the formation of fungus.

In addition to wooden surfaces, it allows gluing slate, ceramics, organic glass, fiberglass, artificial and natural stone. Suitable for use in the interior and exterior of buildings, installation of floor coverings, repair and production of garden equipment, creating decorative elements, installing mirrors.

Properties:

• viscosity - 150 Pa * s;
• dry residue - 65%;
• density - 1.1 kg / l;

Titebond Heavy Duty super strong adhesive (yellow tube)

Types and composition

Glue "Moment Montage", depending on the main component in the composition, can be divided into 2 groups:

• The first includes substances with synthetic resins and solvents in the composition, but they are distinguished by increased moisture resistance and high strength. The packaging is marked with the MP mark.
• Compositions of the second group are made on the basis of an aqueous dispersion of polyacrylate. The chemical composition is neutral, suitable for working with plastics. The adhesives are labeled MB.

Depending on the markings and abbreviations, the Moment brand mounting adhesive is divided into the following types:

"Express MB-50" belongs to the category of acrylates, which is symbolized by the MB marking. It is used to work with a variety of materials, including wood, plastic, metal, ceramic, plaster and others. Suitable for external and internal gluing. Able to fix window sills, skirting boards, decorative details.

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"Superstrong MV p-70" also belongs to the subgroup of acrylic adhesives, but without solvents. Suitable for working with various raw materials, even with PVC, foam. But he will not be able to glue Teflon, polyethylene, polypropylene surfaces. The additional letter "P" in the marking indicates the transparency of this glue, and the number 70 is the adhesive strength in kg / m². Even large and heavy parts can be fastened with glue.

"Express Decor MV-45" is a white mounting adhesive from the acrylic category, suitable for gluing various decorative details from different materials.

"Universal MP-40" - assembly glue, which is used for fixing wooden, stone, brick, marble, even glass bases, is washed off very easily.

"Extra strong MP-55" - "Moment" assembly glue, which is made of polyvinyl acetate and carbon resins. High-strength adhesive is used for the installation of heavy, metal, wood, ceramic, plaster structures. They can even glue PVC, chipboard, MDF. In the description of this glue, there is a distinctive property - the instant formation of a film on the surface. It will protect the bonded surfaces from dust settling. When the materials are bonded together, the film breaks down, providing a strong and perfect adhesion.

Instructions for use

Titebond II should only be used at positive temperatures. Before starting bonding, the surfaces of the products should be cleaned of oils, dirt, dust and grease, as well as other substances that would impede adhesion. It is necessary to free the surface from old paint. Before use, the glue is mixed, and the drying time can vary from 10 to 20 minutes. During this period, excess composition must be removed with a damp cloth, and after drying, the glue can only be removed mechanically. Even after freezing, the composition will remain stable, but it may change the structure, becoming a little viscous.

Types of liquid nails by appointment

By appointment, liquid nails can be divided into the following types:

• universal;
• special purpose.

It is clear that universal adhesives can be used in any conditions and for mounting on any surface. However, this versatility does not always work well when the conditions are very specific.

Special purpose formulations have clear recommendations for use.

You can find the following liquid nails on sale:

• for wet and dry rooms;
• for indoor and outdoor use;
• for fastening heavy structures;
• compositions of increased strength and with a high solidification rate;
• glue for mirrors, glasses and ceramics;
• glue for expanded polystyrene panels and others.

Evgeny Filimonov

Ask a Question

Which liquid nails are better to choose, you need to decide depending on what and where you are going to attach. On the packaging, manufacturers indicate in what conditions this or that composition can be used, and for what it is predominantly suitable.

Conclusion

According to experts, Titebond is the only one-component adhesive that meets the ANSY TYPE II moisture resistance standard. Titebond III is available in a convenient volume pack that can hold from 1 kg to 20 kg. If you need a small amount of glue, you will not have to overpay. Since it is designed for professional use, you can rest assured that you will receive the highest quality adhesive bond. For example, if you have not dealt with veneering before, then the described composition will allow you to cope with the work quite simply.