Household adhesives

Have you ever gone to the hardware store to buy glue? A real headache isn't it? There seems to be glue for every type of material.
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Types of glue
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Types of glue

For the home, experts recommend the following four basic varieties: white, epoxy, contact and Krazy™ glue.

White or carpenter's glue

White or carpenter's glue, actually beige colored, is ready-to-use adhesive that can be applied to wood, paper, cardboard, leather, veneers, etc. To be used efficiently, surfaces must be clean, dry and prepared so that the fit snugly. Oily surfaces and woods such as teak or rosewood should be degreased with mineral oil or turpentine. Use it as is, without diluting. White glue takes about twelve hours to cure.

5 Minute epoxy glue

Epoxy glue is ideal for porous surfaces: ceramics, terracotta, etc. Resistant to water and heat, it is perfect for use on dishes and toys. Its drying time is relatively short, only a few minutes.

Contact adhesive

Contact glue repairs non-porous surfaces such as plastic laminate , rubber, etc. It acts like velcro; apply to both surfaces, wait until glue is not tacky and join the surfaces. Perfect for repairing plastic laminate countertops.

Krazy™ glue

The famous Krazy™ glue is great for small objects made of rubber or glass like jewelry or other delicate and precious objects.

Other adhesives

There are many types of glues on the market. For example, hot glue is very popular in crafts. It also accomplishes many household repairs such as gluing a wire along a wall, etc. Users prefer it to white glue because of its short drying time, ninety seconds to two minutes. This type of glue needs a glue gun. There are numerous models on the market, some offering variable temperature control. Check the gun size, as this is what determines the glue flow rate. Prices range from $5 to $40.

For outdoor use, we recommend construction adhesive as it resists weather and cold.

Naturally, there are also specialized glues. But usually, the four above-mentioned glues are adequate for most household applications. Take cloth as an example. There is specially designed cloth glue on the market. But for drapery cords or a quick pants hem, hot or contact glues are just as efficient.

Coding

Lepage has developed a coding system to ease use for consumers. The number appearing on the label, generally between one and twelve, indicates the type of glue recommended for each job.
The four suggested glues will allow you to repair wooden furniture, dishes, toys, shoes and accessories, clothing, jewelry, etc. Now that you know each glue's application, you will save time and money and, you never know, even a precious collectible or a favorite toy.
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