Titebond
  • From the Glossary
    Aliphatic resin glue

    Yellow glues which provide more grab for shorter clamp times, and offer better water resistance and heat resistance than traditional white glues


  • A Product Specification
    ANSI/HPVA Type II Water Resistance : Wood glues

    Type II testing involves cutting the 6" by 6" assemblies into 2" by 5" specimens, soaking them for 4 hours, then baking the specimens in a 120°F oven for 19 hours. This is repeated for a total of three cycles, and the bonds must not delaminate to pass the Type II specification.


  • From the Glossary
    Application temperature

    The temperature at which a bond is made. While it may reflect the temperature of the glue or adhesive at the time it is applied, it mostly represents the temperature of the air and the materials being joined. Ultimately, because the adhesive will dry or cure at the temperature of the materials surrounding it, the application temperature most specifically reflects that temperature.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Are Titebond Glues safe to use?

    All of our Titebond wood glues are safe to use and produce no harmful fumes. They meet the requirements of ASTM D4236 for safe use with arts and crafts. Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue and Titebond II Premium Wood Glue have both been approved for indirect food contact. For this reason, it is the glue that we recommend for making cutting boards.


  • A Product Specification
    ASNI/HPVA Type I Water Resistance : Wood glues

    Type I testing involves cutting the 6" by 6" assemblies into 1" by 3" specimens, boiling them for 4 hours, then baking the specimens in a 145°F oven for 20 hours. They are boiled for an additional 4 hours, then immediately cooled using running water. The specimens are sheared while wet, and the bonds must pass certain strength and wood failure requirements to pass the Type I specification.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Can caulk be used on the butt joints of plank siding?

    No, it is not recommended by Titebond, nor most siding manufacturers. Butt Joints of Plank Siding are too small to accommodate a large enough bead for proper application and tooling, therefore, the seal fails. If it is necessary to seal butt joints, the expected amount of expansion and contraction must be calculated to determine the correct size and spacing for the butt joints based on the type of caulk being considered for application. As an example, a 30 foot run of fiber cement board may expand and contract a total of ½ inch from winter to summer. If a sealant with a 25% expansion/contraction rating is used, then the butt joints must allow a total of 1 inch in width to accommodate this movement as long as sealant is applied at mid point temperatures. This must be divided equally between all butt joints in that run. For further details please refer to the installation instructions on the caulking tube or call Technical Service at 1-800-347-GLUE.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Can high moisture wood be glued?

    Moisture levels above 10% can slow the drying of water based wood glues such as Titebond Original, II and III to the point where, wood above 16% moisture content, may not dry at all. Water based glues can take 24 hours to fully cure before machining. A phenomenon called "sunken glue joints" can occur if water based glued assemblies are machined before moisture equilibrium is completed near the glue lines.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Can surfaces that have been painted or stained be bonded using Titebond Wood Glues?

    Most of our glues are designed to bond bare wood. Painting or staining a wood blocks the pores, keeping the glue from penetrating into the wood. It may be possible that some of our glues may work for gluing together painted or stained surfaces. It is necessary to remember that the overall bond will only be as strong as the bond between the paint and the wood. We recommend that all substrates be clean of any type of paint, stain, or sealer.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Can Titebond Wood Glues be thinned?

    Most of our water-based wood glues can be thinned with water up to 5% by weight or by volume. Adding more than 5% water to our glues will decrease the bond strength. Titebond Liquid Hide Glue is thinned by gently heating the bottle in a pan of warm water.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Can Titebond Wood Glues be used for projects using teak, cedar or redwood?

    Because a surface layer of oil or tannic acid tends to build up on these species, they can present a problem. For either type of wood, planing, jointing, or sanding shortly before bonding will remove the contaminating layer and allow successful bonding. Otherwise, the surface being bonded will need to be wiped with acetone to remove the layer. Acetone dries quickly and allows bonding almost immediately after the surfaces have been wiped.


  • From the Glossary
    Chalking

    Chalky white appearance of a layer of glue which has dried too cold. A glue which dries below this critical "chalk point" does not knit together properly and the resulting bond is likely to fail.


  • From the Glossary
    Clamp time

    The time that the substrates being glued together need to remain clamped. The period of time required for a joint to gain enough strength to permit it to be removed from pressure with no decrease in long-term strength.


  • From the Glossary
    Clamping Force

    The total force exerted by a clamping device on a glue line.


  • From the Glossary
    Cold Press

    A hydraulic or pneumatic press designed to press face-glued or veneered panels without the addition of heat.


  • From the Glossary
    Cure Cycle

    The period of time that a glue line is being cured in radio frequency.


  • Did you know?
    Decrease clamping time using a vacuum press.

    To decrease the clamp time in a vacuum press, put a thick piece of wood into the vacuum bag to help absorb the moisture from the glue. This technique is best utilized when laminating many thin veneers together because the water in the glue saturates the veneers.


  • Did you know?
    Determine the optimum clamp time of Titebond Liquid Hide Glue.

    Titebond Liquid Hide Glue is very sensitive to humidity, therefore it is often hard to tell when to take off your clamps. The best way to determine your clamp time is to place a scrap piece of wood with Liquid Hide Glue spread on it next to your newly glued and clamped piece. When the glue on the scrap piece of wood is dry, you can take your clamps off. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you stress the joints.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Does caulk go bad?

    Titebond caulk features a "Shelf Life" date on the cartridge. This should tell you if the caulk is still fresh and able to be used. If you cannot read the date or want to test the caulk prior to starting a project, there is also a simple test that only takes 10 to 15 minutes. Run a small bead on a piece of cardboard. If after about 15 minutes, the product doesn't form a "skin," the product is probably too old and won't ever fully cure (dry completely). For a complete list of Titebond wood glues, adhesives and sealants shelf lives click here.


  • Did you know?
    Ensuring that homemade wood fillers adhere to the surface.

    Use a small artist's brush to coat the surface with glue before applying homemade wood filler. Doing this will assure that the surface is wet enough to encourage adhesion. Otherwise the wood filler mix may be too dry to adhere well to the surface to which it is being applied.


  • Did you know?
    Get good results gluing end grain joints.

    Although good joint design minimizes the need for gluing end grain, sometimes end grain joints are unavoidable. The strength of end grain joints can be improved if the "open" end grain is first sized. A sizing mixture may be made by mixing one part to two parts water to one part glue. Place the sizing mixture on the end grain. Let it soak in for no more than two minutes, and then continue with a regular application of glue.


  • From the Glossary
    Glue

    Originally, a hard gelatin obtained from hides, tendons, cartilage, bones, etc. of animals. Also, an adhesive prepared from this substance by heating with water. Through general use the term is now synonymous with the term "adhesive."


  • From the Glossary
    Glue line

    The layer of adhesive that attaches two substrates. Same as bond line.


  • From the Glossary
    Glue Reel

    A series cold clamps arranged and used like a Ferris wheel. This permits a large number of panels to be clamped and stored within a small area.


  • From the Glossary
    Green strength

    This refers to the relative cohesive strength an adhesive, glue, or mastic has in the wet state. Same as green grab or initial tack. See also tack.


  • From the Glossary
    Hollow Joints

    A machine problem caused by poor alignment of the feed rollers in the head of the straight-line rip. The joint is unable to fit intimately, even when sufficient pressure is applied to the glue joint.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    How do I clean up wet glue or remove dried glue?

    For most of our water-based wood glues, it is often best to use a damp cloth and remove excess glue before it has dried. After the glues have dried, scraping or sanding works well. Steam from an iron may also be effective, but it will not take the glue out of the pores of the wood. Once dry, Titebond Instant Bond Wood Adhesives may be removed with acetone or sanding.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    How does Titebond III compare to polyurethane glues?

    While polyurethane glues bond well to a variety of materials, Titebond III is superior in many ways. In addition to excellent water-resistance, it provides a stronger bond on wood-to-wood applications, doesn't foam and requires less clamp time. Titebond III has no health issues, doesn't require the use of gloves and cleans up with water. It is significantly less expensive than polyurethane glues and offers similar coverage rates.


  • Did you know?
    How to properly add dye to Titebond Wood Glues.

    It is possible to change the color of any of our water-based Titebond Wood Glues by adding either dyes or pigments. Water-soluble dyes such as food coloring or TransTints can be added directly to the wood glues with good mixing. Powdered dyes or pigments should be mixed with a drop of Dawn dish detergent and a small amount of water to help prevent lumps in the pigment mix. Mix until smooth. Diluting the pigment mixture further to 50% solids will allow for better mixing into the glue. Add no more than 5 percent dye to keep from affecting bond strength of the adhesive. Start by adding a small amount of the dye/pigment mix, as small amounts can significantly alter color. Before making your final color decision, be sure to let a sample of the dyed glue dry. When the mixtures dry, they may look different from the wet state.


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  • From the Glossary
    Membrane Press

    A hot press design which permits laminates or veneer to be glued to a surface that is not flat, by using a rubber membrane that is inflated with a hot fluid.


  • From the Glossary
    MSGL

    Pounds per 1000 square feet glue line.


  • From the Glossary
    Open time

    Alternate term for assembly time, the time period from the application of the adhesive until the final application of pressure.The time that the glue may be left open to the air after application. Same as working time. Same as open assembly time.


  • From the Glossary
    Parallel Heating

    Radio Frequency Press configuration in which RF current is conducted along the glue lines in edge-gluing presses. The flow of the RF current is parallel with the glue lines.


  • From the Glossary
    Perpendicular Heating

    Radio Frequency Press configuration in which RF current is conducted through a plywood panel resulting in mass heating. The flow of current is perpendicular to the glue lines.


  • From the Glossary
    Polyvinyl acetate (PVA) glue

    Any glue consisting chiefly of polyvinyl acetate polymer. This category includes both traditional white glues and yellow aliphatic resin glues. Although PVA glues can vary in strength, flexibility, water resistance, heat resistance and sandability, they are generally non-toxic. All PVA glues are prone to "creep" or slowly stretch under long term loads, and are not recommended for structural applications.


  • Did you know?
    Prevent "stepped" joints in your projects.

    Stepped joints typically result when pieces of wood of different moisture contents are edge glued together in making a tabletop or cabinet door. It is important to be sure that all the wood for a given project is at the same moisture content before beginning a project. Allowing the wood to acclimate or sit exposed in your shop for a week or two is one way to be sure each piece of wood has a similar moisture content.


  • Did you know?
    Prevent sunken joints in your projects.

    Water-based wood glues such as Titebond Original or Titebond II build strength in a joint as they lose moisture into the surrounding wood. This moisture causes the wood on both sides of the bondline to swell slightly. If the project is planed or sanded before this swelling disappears, the high moisture wood near the joint will continue to dry and will shrink slightly compared to the rest of the wood. Allow your project to dry for several days before sanding or planing.


  • From the Glossary
    Random Width

    Lumber ripped to no specific width. Used as edge glued stock. Defecting is done here as well as in specific width ripping.


  • From the Glossary
    Sandability

    Sandability is a relative term used to explain the performance of dried glue when sanded. Good sandability is achieved when glue that has been sanded does not gum up the sanding belt.


  • From the Glossary
    Service temperature

    A range of temperatures to which a bond or assembly made with a particular glue or adhesive can be safely exposed. While the lower end of that range may reflect the fact that some adhesive products can become brittle if they get too cold, the upper end generally reflects either the temperature at which the product may soften or weaken to the degree that it can fail due to lack of strength, or the temperature at which the product may begin to become subject to degradation.


  • From the Glossary
    Speed of set

    A series of tests run to determine how fast a given glue can build strength under ideal conditions.


  • From the Glossary
    Speed of set test

    A series of tests run to determine how fast a given glue can build strength under ideal conditions.


  • From the Glossary
    Square

    A face glued construction that is approximately squared in cross section that will be turned on a lathe.


  • From the Glossary
    Stray-field heating

    Radio Frequency curing system in which both electrodes are on the same side of the glue joint. Stray field heating is commonly used in the "hand held" units.


  • In Glues
    Super Titebond Glue

    Super Titebond Wood Glue is a high-quality, professional woodworking glue that offers superior sandability and solvent-resistance. It develops a bond stronger than wood and provides a longer working time than traditional aliphatic resin glues. Super Titebond resists stress imposed by heat and moisture during the production of panels, squares and other wood parts. This makes it the ideal choice for edge and face gluing as well as other woodworking operations.


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    Titebond All Purpose White Glue

    A versatile, professional-grade formula now available for hobbyists, crafters and school teachers alike! It provides strong initial tack, excellent strength, and a fast set on wood, paper, fabrics, pottery and more! Titebond All Purpose White Glue is safe-to-use! It cleans up with water. Performance plus safety makes this glue a great choice for many interior applications.


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    Titebond Doweling Glue

    Titebond Doweling Glue is specifically designed for use with automatic doweling equipment. Its low viscosity (1500 cps.) allows the appropriate flow through feed lines and injectors of most U.S.-made doweling machinery. Titebond Doweling sets fast to reduce assembly time, offers excellent strength and provides a translucent glue line. It is formulated for use on solid woods, particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials.


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    Titebond Extend Wood Glue

    Titebond Extend Wood Glue is a slower setting version of Titebond Original Wood Glue. It offers superior performance in a broad range of applications, including edge and face gluing. It is particularly useful in complex operations such as curved railings and other assemblies that require more time to align. Titebond Extend develops a bond stronger than wood itself, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. It is compatible with all common species of wood, as well as particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials.


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    Titebond Genuine Hide Glue

    Titebond Genuine Hide Glue is the first hide glue to be offered in a liquid, ready-to-use form. It requires no mixing, heating or stirring. Professional woodworkers use Titebond Genuine Hide Glue for its long assembly time, exceptional strength and unique crackling effect on wood. Titebond Genuine Hide Glue provides superior creep-resistance, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Its sensitivity to moisture allows for easy disassembly of parts, a critical benefit in antique restoration or the repair of musical instruments.


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    Titebond II Dark Wood Glue

    Titebond II Dark Wood Glue is a dyed-version of Titebond II Wood Glue. It provides a strong initial tack and fast speed of set to reduce clamp time. It also develops a bond stronger than the wood itself, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond Dark can help any woodworker achieve professional-looking results. It is ideal for wood, hardboard, particleboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials. Titebond Dark is easy to use and cleans up with water.


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    Titebond II Extend Wood Glue

    Titebond II Extend Wood Glue combines weatherproof performance (ANSI Type II water-resistance) with a slower speed of set. It is ideal for exterior applications that involve more complex assemblies. It also provides a translucent glue line, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond II Extend offers superior performance on all common wood species, particleboard, MDF, plywood and other porous materials. In addition, it is compatible for use with Hot Press and radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems.


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    Titebond II Fluorescent Wood Glue

    Titebond II Fluorescent can help any woodworker achieve professional-looking results. It provides a strong initial tack and fast speed of set to reduce clamp time. It also develops bonds stronger than wood, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond II Fluorescent contains a dye that, when viewed under a black light, enables woodworkers to inspect the glue line and assist in the cleanup process. It is ideal for most porous materials, is easy to use and cleans up with water.


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    Titebond II Premium Wood Glue

    Titebond II Premium Wood Glue is the only leading brand, one-part wood glue that passes the ANSI Type II water-resistance specification. It is ideal for exterior woodworking projects, including outdoor furniture, birdhouses, mailboxes, planters and picnic tables. Titebond II Premium provides a strong initial tack, fast speed of set, superior strength and excellent sandability. It is FDA approved for indirect food contact (cutting boards) and is ideal for radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems.


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    Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue

    Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue is the first one-part, water cleanup wood glue ever offered that is proven waterproof. The waterproof formula passes the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance specification and offers superior bond strength, longer open assembly time and lower application temperature. Titebond III is solvent free and cleans up with water - safer to use than traditional waterproof wood glues. It provides strong initial tack, sands easily without softening and is FDA approved for indirect food contact (cutting boards). The ultimate in wood glues - ideal for both interior and exterior applications.


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    Titebond Melamine Glue

    Titebond Melamine Glue is designed for bonding wood, particleboard, MDF and other porous substrates to synthetic materials such as melamine, vinyl and HPL as well as metals. It offers a fast initial tack, yet has a longer open time that allows for the accurate alignment of working materials. Titebond Melamine Glue is a water-based adhesive that is nonflammable, has low odor, dries clear and cleans up with water. Its thicker formulation offers fewer runs and drips, making it easier to use and more effective for precise assemblies.


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    Titebond Original Wood Glue

    Titebond Original Wood Glue is the industry standard for woodworking. It provides a strong initial tack and fast speed of set to reduce clamp time. It also develops a bond stronger than the wood itself, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond Original can help any woodworker achieve professional-looking results. It is ideal for wood, hardboard, particleboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials. Titebond Original is easy to use and cleans up with water.


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    Titebond Quick & Thick Multi-Surface Glue

    Titebond Quick & Thick Multi-Surface Glue is the thickest, fastest-drying water-based glue available for use with porous and semi-porous materials. It is ideal for wood, pottery, ceramic, stone, glass, fabrics, leather and most craft-type materials. Titebond Quick & Thick Multi-Surface Glue provides a strong initial tack and fast speed of set, yet allows realignment of working pieces. It also develops a bond stronger than the wood itself, dries clear and is unaffected by finishes.


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    Titebond Quickset 2000 Wood Glue

    Quickset 2000 is a water-based adhesive designed to bond HPL to wood-based substrates. It can be used in a variety of ways including continuous heated-panel laminating systems, pinch roll and dead stacking, or limited lay-up time cold-press operations. Quickset 2000 is a fast-setting adhesive that is suitable for post-forming applications when it is sprayed or applied inline with a post-former and immediately processed. It offers high green strength and high tensile strength.


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    Titebond Speed Set Wood Glue

    Titebond Speed Set Wood Glue is an extremely fast-setting, high solids PVA adhesive. It provides exceptional gap filling properties developing a bond stronger than the wood itself. This product offers excellent sandability, unaffected by finishes, and increases productivity through its shorter clamp time with no increase in viscosity. Titebond Speed Set cleans up with water.


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    Titebond Tongue & Groove Glue

    Titebond Tongue & Groove Flooring Glue is a premium wood glue that passes the stringent ANSI Type II water resistance test. In addition, it offers a lower chalk temperature and a two-year shelf life, both of which make it unique to the industry. Titebond Tongue & Groove Flooring Glue is specifically formulated for all types of engineered floating wood and laminate floating floors, even over radiant heat systems. It provides a superior bond at the tongue and groove. Due to its white color, the glue is easy to see for quick cleanup. It is non-toxic and nonflammable, making it safe to use and environmentally friendly. Titebond Tongue & Groove Flooring Glue gives the professional installer the highest level of protection against potential moisture problems, while maintaining a strong ultimate bond.


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    Titebond Translucent Wood Glue

    Titebond Translucent Wood Glue is designed for general household and woodworking projects. It provides a virtually invisible glue line and bonds stronger than the wood. A strong tack and fast speed of set helps reduce clamp time. When dry, this wood glue is unaffected by finishes and sands easily. Also ideal for craft projects, Titebond Translucent is easy to use, non-toxic and cleans up with water. It is specifically designed for wood, particleboard, hardboard, leather, cloth and most other porous materials.


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    Titebond White Glue

    Titebond White Glue is an exceptionally strong, economical white glue that sets faster than most other comparable glues. Its versatile formula is ideal for general woodworking applications, as well as many other porous and semi-porous materials. Titebond White Glue provides a strong initial tack and sets fast to reduce clamp time. It provides a translucent glue line, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond White Glue is easy to use and cleans up with water.


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    A downloadable document on Titebond White Glue


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    Titebond Wood Glue Pump

    The Titebond Wood Glue Pump is a great addition to every workshop, big or small. It is the perfect way to refill smaller bottles quickly, easily, and with less mess! It attaches to both gallon and PROjug bottles and with a simple push of the pump, you are on your way to refilling any bottle of your choice. It is made of durable plastic materials, provides a no-clog application, and cleans up with water.


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    A downloadable document on Titebond Wood Glue Pump


  • From the Glossary
    V-joint

    A glue joint in which one side is thicker than the other as a result of poor machining or uneven application of pressure.


  • From the Glossary
    Volatile organic compound (VOC)

    Any compound of carbon, excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides or carbonates, ammonium carbonate, and excluding any "exempt compound" which participates in atmospheric photochemical reactions. The VOC is a measured or calculated number which reflects the amount of volatile organic material that is released from a product as it dries. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOCs include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. Concentrations of many VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to 10 times higher) than outdoors. Examples include: paints and lacquers, paint strippers, cleaning supplies, pesticides, building materials and furnishings, office equipment such as copiers and printers, correction fluids and carbonless copy paper, graphics and craft materials including glues and adhesives, permanent markers, and photographic solutions.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What are the resulting colors when the Titebond Wood Glues dry?

    Titebond III Ultimate – light brown
    Titebond Original – yellow
    Titebond II Premium – translucent yellow
    Titebond Dark – brown
    Titebond Liquid Hide – transparent amber
    Titebond Melamine – colorless
    Titebond Quick & Thick - colorless
    Titebond Translucent – colorless
    Titebond Instant Bond – colorless


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What can I use on my electrical components?

    We recommend that consumers not use caulk in any electrical application. Contact a technical service representative at 1-800-347-GLUE for more information.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What do I use to glue plywood over concrete?

    Franklin International recommends only urethane Flooring Products for gluing plywood to concrete. To glue plywood substrate over concrete: • Use 3/4" exterior-grade plywood that has been cut into 4' x 4' sections. • Score plywood backside 3/8" deep every 8"-10" in order to relieve tension in plywood. (There should be 4-6 cuts in all 4' x 4' sheets.) • Use a 1/4" x 1/4" square-notched trowel to apply adhesive to concrete. • Set 4' x 4' sheets into wet adhesive. • Add weight as necessary to ensure adhesive remains in contact with plywood as it cures. • Allow adhesive to cure overnight before proceeding with the flooring installation.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What does the term "shelf life" mean in regard to Titebond Wood Glues?

    "Shelf life" is a conservative estimate of the minimum time period that we would expect a given product to remain usable, when stored as directed. This concept might also be called "useable service life" or "storage life," and it necessarily refers to both the physical handling properties and the ability of the product to perform properly. When used in reference to wood glues, reaching the stated shelf life does not mean that a product will "expire" or become unusable. Instead, we view the stated shelf life of most of our glues merely as a guideline to avoid potential aging concerns. In reality, as long as products like Titebond Original, Titebond II and Titebond III remain fluid, without a drastic change in appearance, they will continue to perform as intended. For a complete list of Titebond wood glues, adhesives and sealants shelf lives click here.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the "crackling effect"?

    The "crackling effect" is a process that can give an antique appearance to just about anything. With this effect virtually anything will appear distinguishably aged. Traditionally, most hobbyists have used Titebond Liquid Hide Glue Instructions to achieve this effect.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the assembly and cure speed of Instant Bond glues?

    Instant Bond - Thin Assembly Time: 5 seconds Cure Speed: 3 seconds;
    Instant Bond - Medium Assembly Time: 7 seconds Cure Speed: 5 seconds;
    Instant Bond - Thick Assembly Time: 10 seconds Cure Speed: 8 seconds;
    Instant Bond - Gel Assembly Time: 30 seconds Cure Speed: 20 seconds

    When Instant Bond Activator is used with the Instant Bond adhesive, all assembly and cure times can be cut in half.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the best way to disassemble a glue joint?

    The key to the disassembly of glue joints is weakening the bond. For Titebond Original, Titebond II and Titebond III, raising the glue joint temperature with a heat gun or a blow dryer will reduce the glue's strength. Steam from an iron may also work. Placing a few drops of water on the edge of a joint made with Titebond Liquid Hide Glue will, after absorbed, cause the joint to weaken. For Titebond Instant Bond glues, placing a few drops of acetone on the joint may cause the joint to loosen after absorption.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the clamping and drying time of Titebond Wood Glues?

    For most of our wood glues, we recommend clamping an unstressed joint for thirty minutes to an hour. Stressed joints need to be clamped for 24 hours. We recommend not stressing the new joint for at least 24 hours.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the difference between the ANSI/HPVA Type I and Type II water-resistance specification?

    Both of these tests are conducted using 6” by 6” birch laminates glued together to make three-ply plywood. The test for Type I is clearly more stringent than Type II, and involves boiling the glue bonds and testing the specimens while they are wet.

    Type I testing involves cutting the 6" by 6" assemblies into 1" by 3" specimens, boiling them for 4 hours, then baking the specimens in a 145°F oven for 20 hours. They are boiled for an additional 4 hours, then immediately cooled using running water. The specimens are sheared while wet, and the bonds must pass certain strength and wood failure requirements to pass the Type I specification.

    Type II testing involves cutting the 6" by 6" assemblies into 2" by 5" specimens, soaking them for 4 hours, then baking the specimens in a 120°F oven for 19 hours. This is repeated for a total of three cycles, and the bonds must not delaminate to pass the Type II specification.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the expected coverage in lineal feet for Titebond Construction Adhesives?

    The amount of lineal feet possible from a tube of construction adhesive is determined by the size of the bead. Typical recommended bead is a minimum ¼" diameter. The following tables provide coverages for differing bead sizes.

    Extruded Bead Length in Lineal Feet
      Bead Diameter
    Adhesive Package Volume 1/8" Bead 3/16" Bead 1/4" Bead 5/16" Bead 3/8" Bead 1/2" Bead
    10 fl. oz. Cartridge 123 ft. 54 ft. 31 ft. 20 ft. 14 ft. 8 ft.
    10.5 fl. oz Cartridge 129 ft. 57 ft. 32 ft. 21 ft. 14 ft. 8 ft.
    28 fl. oz. Cartridge 343 ft. 153 ft. 86 ft. 55 ft. 38 ft. 21 ft.
    29 fl. oz. Cartridge 355 ft. 158 ft. 89 ft. 57 ft. 39 ft. 22 ft.
    1 U.S. Gallon 1,569 ft. 697 ft. 392 ft. 251 ft. 174 ft. 98 ft.
    5 Gallon Pail 7,843 ft. 3,486 ft. 1,961 ft. 1,255 ft. 871 ft. 490 ft.
    52 Gallon Drum 81,568 ft. 36,252 ft. 20,392 ft. 13,051 ft. 9,063 ft. 5,098 ft.

    Glue Patterns Typical on 4 foot x 8 foot Panels, Flat Lamination: Adhesive Needed in Ounces by Bead Diameter
      1 2 3 4 5
    Total Bead Length: 32 feet 40 feet 42 feet 44 feet 63 feet
    1/8 inch bead 2.61 ounces 3.26 ounces 3.42 ounces 3.59 ounces 5.11 ounces
    3/16 inch bead 5.88 ounces 7.34 ounces 7.69 ounces 8.08 ounces 11.50 ounces
    1/4 inch bead 10.44 ounces 13.06 ounces 13.67 ounces 14.36 ounces 20.44 ounces
    5/16 inch bead 16.32 ounces 20.40 ounces 21.36 ounces 22.44 ounces 31.94 ounces
    3/8 inch bead 23.50 ounces 29.38 ounces 30.76 ounces 32.31 ounces 45.99 ounces
    1/2 inch bead 41.78 ounces 52.22 ounces 54.69 ounces 57.45 ounces 81.77 ounces


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the shelf life of Instant Bond glues?

    2 years in unopened bottles, stored at room temperature. Keep exposure to atmospheric moisture (humidity) to a minimum to extend product shelf life on open containers. For a complete list of Titebond wood glues, adhesives and sealants shelf lives click here.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is the shelf life of Titebond Wood Glues?

    Our literature states the shelf life of a majority of our wood glues as two years. Most of our yellow and white glues, including Titebond Original and Titebond II, remain usable beyond two years. Should Titebond Original become thick and stringy, or Titebond II turn into an orange-colored gel, these changes signify that the glue is no longer usable. The minimum shelf life of Titebond III is stated as one two years. When stored appropriately at room temperature, Titebond III is expected to last beyond its stated shelf life. If thickened, shake vigorously by firmly tapping bottle on a hard surface until product is restored to original form. For a complete list of Titebond wood glues, adhesives and sealants shelf lives click here.


  • Did you know?
    When gluing, use masking tape to cover parts of your piece that will be stained later.

    Glue joint "squeeze out" may make the area around the joint difficult to stain. Use masking tape to cover the areas that you do not want glue to soak into. The sections that were masked will be free of stain-resisting glue when the masking tape is removed.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Why should I use Titebond III instead of Titebond II or the other Titebond Wood Glues?

    While all Titebond products provide superior performance, Titebond III is especially useful for outdoor applications in cooler temperatures or when concern for substantial moisture calls for the use of a Type I glue. For interior applications, the longer working time of Titebond III provides woodworkers the necessary latitude to ensure that substrates are precisely aligned before being bonded. Overall, Titebond III combines superior strength, Type I water-resistance, long open time and low chalk temperature into one easy-to-use formulation.


  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Will Titebond Wood Glues wash out of clothing?

    If Titebond Wood Glues are accidentally spilled on clothing, it is important to immediately wet it with water and keep it wet until all adhesive is rubbed off of the clothing. Do not put the clothing item in the dryer until all adhesive is removed. Heat will melt the adhesive into the fabric and it will be permanent. Titebond II and Titebond III if allowed to dry will not release from fabric. A mixture of Acetone/Water/Vinegar will soften the adhesive but will not dissolve it. Scraping the softened adhesive should remove a majority of the adhesive.

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