Titebond Glue - Which glue for you?
Titebond comparison
Titebond is the leading manufacturer of wood glues, offering a wide range of products to meet the needs of every woodworker, from professional cabinetmakers to DIY enthusiasts. Trusted and used daily by woodworkers around the globe, Titebond is the go-to choice for quality and reliability. Discover the perfect glue for your project below.
Interior
| Best used for | Open / total assembly time | |
|---|---|---|
| Original | Wood, hardboard, particleboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials. | 4-6 / 10-15 minutes |
| Extend | Wood-to-wood lay-ups and other complex operations requiring longer assembly time | 15 / 20-25 minutes |
| Liquid Hide | Ideal for antique restoration or musical instruments. Superior creep-resistance and can create a unique 'crackling effect' on wood. | 10 / 20-30 minutes |
| Quick & Thick | Wood, pottery, stone, glass, fabrics, leather and most craft materials | 3-5 / 10-15 minutes |
| Cold Press for Veneer | Cold press laminating of wood to solid woods, particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials. | 15 / 15-20 minutes |
| Instant Bond - Thin, medium, thick and gel | Wood, metal and rubber | Viscosity and setting times vary according to the chosen product, please see details below |
Exterior
| Best used for | Open / total assembly time | |
|---|---|---|
| II Premium | Exterior woodworking projects, including outdoor furniture, birdhouses, mailboxes, planters and picnic tables. FDA approved for indirect food contact (cutting boards) and is ideal for radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems. | 3-5 / 10-15 minutes |
| II Dark | Dark wood, hardboard, particleboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials. | 5 / 10-15 minutes |
| III Ultimate | The ultimate in wood glues - ideal for both interior and exterior applications. The only waterproof wood glue that cleans up with water (while wet). | 8-10 / 20-25 minutes |
Construction adhesive
| Best used for | Working time | |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Duty Solvent Free | Common building materials including trim, panelling, drywall, foamboard, tub surrounds, plastics, metal, masonry and wet, frozen and treated lumber. | Approximately 20 minutes for a 1/4" bead |
Interior range
Titebond Original
Type: Aliphatic resin, interior wood glue. Ideal for: Furniture, cabinet making, biscuit joints. Bonds: Wood, hardboard, particleboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials.
Features and benefits:
Fast set - Shortens clamp time Bonds stronger than wood Solvent-resistant Excellent sand-ability Unaffected by finishes Easy cleanup with water
Application Temperature: Above 50°F (10°C) Open Assembly Time: 4-6 minutes Total Assembly Time: 10-15 minutes
Titebond Extend
Type: Slower setting version of Titebond Original interior wood glue, has a longer opening time to apply and assemble. Ideal for: Complex tasks such as curved railings, edge and face glueing. It has a higher heat resistance than Original, making it more suitable for interior applications that are exposed to higher heat; kitchens, fire surrounds and radiator covers. Bonds: Wood, hardboard, particleboard, MDF, plywood leather, cloth and most other porous materials.
Features & benefits: Slower speed of set - Longer working time Excellent heat-resistance Water cleanup Versatile - Bonds wood, particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials Ideal for complex assemblies and bent laminations
Application Temperature: Above 40°F (4°C) Open Assembly Time: 15 minutes Total Assembly Time: 20-25 minutes
Titebond Liquid Hide
Type: Natural Protein Emulsion; ready-to- use, interior hide glue that doesn't require heating, mixing or stirring. Ideal for: Antique furniture repair and musical instruments. can be used to give a unique crackling effect on wood, can also be used on cloth, or for small veneering jobs. Bonds: Wood and Cloth.
Features & benefits: Ready-to-use form Ideal for fine furniture repair Excellent sandability Excellent creep-resistance Can be used to create a "crackling effect" on wood Slow set allows precise assembly
Application Temperature: Above 50°F (10°C) Open Assembly Time: 10 minutes Total Assembly Time: 20-30 minutes
Titebond Quick & Thick Multi-Surface
Type: Thixotropic PVA. Ideal for: Workshop, home and craft projects. It's the thickest and fastest drying waterbased glue available. Bonds: Porous or semi-porous materials – ideal for wood, pottery, ceramic, stone, glass, fabrics and leather.
Features & benefits: 2X Faster – 3X Thicker than traditional PVA glues Dries clear – Paintable Ideal for the woodshop, home and craft projects Fill small cracks and gaps Unaffected by finishes Excellent sandability on wood Designed for interior projects Water cleanup Nonflammable — No offensive odor Conforms to ASTM D4236
Application Temperature: Above 50°F (10°C) Open Assembly Time: 3-5 minutes Total Assembly Time: 10-15 minutes
Titebond Quick & Thick Multi-Surface GlueCold Press for Veneer
Type: Polyvinyl Acetate, high-quality, economical alternative to contact cement for large-scale bonding of veneers to flat surfaces as it contains none of the harmful or corrosive fumes found in most contact adhesives. Ideal for: Specifically formulated for cold press laminating, interior use. It also prevents bleed-through on open-grained and unbacked wood veneers. Bonds: Wood to solid woods, particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials.
Features & benefits: Economical alternative to contact cement Formulated to minimize "bleed-through" Moderate speed of set No harmful vapors Safe - nonflammable
Application Temperature: Above 50°F (10°C) Open Assembly Time: 15 minutes Total Assembly Time: 15-20 minutes
Titebond Instant
Type: Cyanoacrylates (CA) traditionally called superglue, nearly instant setting time. Ideal for: With incredible strength and impact resistant, it can be used for a variety of applications, providing a strong, permanent bond. Bonds: Wood, plastics, china, granite, ceramic, glass and rubber.
Features & benefits: Fast set - Eliminates clamping or reduces clamp time Bonds stronger than wood Excellent heat and solvent-resistance Unaffected by finishes 2 year shelf life Triple distilled for purity & consistency Impact-resistant
Available in four forms Thin: Handling time of 5 seconds and a setting time of 3 seconds. Perfect for running into hairline cracks for repairs and small sections of timber. Medium: Handling time of 7 seconds and a setting time of 5 seconds. More general purpose type of CA glue. Thick: Handling time of 10 seconds and a setting time of 8 seconds. Ideal for use on porous wood, MDF and trimming carpentry components. Gel: Handling time of 30 seconds and a setting time of 20 seconds. Excellent gap filling properties, ideal for use on porous wood or for bonding mitre joints.
Exterior range
Titebond II Premium
Type: Crosslinking PVA with type II water resistance. An interior and exterior wood glue. Ideal for: Outdoor projects including outdoor furniture, birdhouses, planters and picnic tables as well as humid interiors. It’s FDA approved for indirect food contact, ideal for items such as chopping boards. Bonds: Wood, cloth and leather.
Features & benefits: First one-part wood glue to pass ANSI Type II water-resistance Designed for exterior use Excellent sand-ability Unaffected by finishes FDA-compliant for indirect food contact Ideal for radio frequency (R-F) and hot press glueing systems Easy cleanup with water
Application Temperature: Above 55°F Open Assembly Time: 3-5 minutes Total Assembly Time: 10-15 minutes
Titebond II Premium Dark
Type: Crosslinking PVA with type II water resistance. An interior and exterior wood glue. Ideal for: This is a dyed version of Titebond II Premium, for use on darker coloured timber. It has all of the same properties and advantages, but dries a dark brown colour. Bonds: Wood, cloth and leather.
Features & benefits: Passes ANSI Type II water-resistance Designed for interior and exterior applications Excellent sand-ability Unaffected by finishes Ideal for radio frequency (R-F) glueing systems Easy cleanup with water
Application Temperature: Above 55°F Open Assembly Time: 5 minutes Total Assembly Time: 10-15 minutes
Titebond II Dark Wood GlueTitebond III Ultimate
Type: Advanced Proprietary Polymer with type 1 water resistance. An interior and exterior wood glue. Ideal for: Outdoor projects especially in cooler temperatures. Has excellent water resistance and is FDA-approved for indirect food contact. Bonds: Wood, cloth and leather.
Features & benefits: Passes ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance Waterproof formula that cleans up with water Superior strength - Strong initial tack Designed for interior and exterior applications Longer open assembly time Lower application temperature Unaffected by finishes FDA-compliant for indirect food contact
Application Temperature: Above 47°F Open Assembly Time: 8-10 minutes Total Assembly Time: 20-25 minutes
Construction range
Titebond Heavy Duty Solvent Free Construction Adhesive
Type: Water based vinyl acrylic, solvent free adhesive. Designed to the same specification as Titebond Heavy Duty Construction Adhesive, with the added benefits of being environmentally friendly, by not containing any ozone depleting chemicals and doesn’t have a high potency smell. Ideal for: Interior and exterior work, used in all common building materials; provides a strong grab, fills gaps and irregularities and will remain permanently flexible. Bonds: Wood, metal, brick, concrete, ceramics, plywood, plasterboard and treated timber.
Features & benefits: Best choice for extreme temperatures Recommended For: Demanding interior/exterior construction, installation and repair projects. Compatible Materials: Common building materials including wood, metal, brick, marble, ceramic tile, concrete, drywall, wood, OSB, particleboard and wet, frozen and treated lumber. Durable strength for demanding projects VOC-compliant solvent Waterproof Superior strength Extrudes 0°F - 100°F Bonds heaviest materials Fast initial grab Exceptional durability
Application Temperature: 0°F to 100°F Service Temperature Range: -20°F to 120°F Working Time: Approximately 15 minutes for a 1/4" bead Prep: Surfaces must be clean and free of any material that may prevent adequate adhesion.
With Titebond's extensive range of wood glues, you can confidently tackle any woodworking project with the perfect adhesive for your needs. Simply the best? Well, we think so and we're sticking with it!
