The Sticky Issue of Adhesives, Glues and TapesGive me a good glue and I'll rule the world!
The words "glue" and "adhesive" are oft used interchangeably. To set the technical record straight (even though I still reserve the "creative license" to call an adhesive a glue and vice versa), glue is defined as:
Just makes you want to dance with the chickens, doesn't it? On the other hand, "adhesive" is any product, including glue, that can be used to bond two separate objects together. Unfortunately, no one adhesive works in all situations, though some may be used in all sorts of situations. Fun, right? The Natural Handyman carries a variety of different adhesives in his bag of tricks. Here is where you can take a peek inside... just keep these secrets between me and you. Happy gluing!! Hot melt adhesive... when you should use itLoving duct tape means never having to say you're sorry... when it fails!The scoop on epoxy?Auto body filler... a.k.a. Bondo... a winner for wood gluing and tough repairsWith all these other great glues, why should I even have wood glue around?Caulks can be used as glues... sometimesContact adhesive... a glue with a missionCyanoacrylate adhesives, a.k.a. "SuperGlue" (Oh... and how do I get my stuck fingers apart?)Constructive uses for construction adhesivesWhat is GOOP?Okay, I can't stand it any longer!! What is your FAMOUS GLUE TRICK, NH?? | ||||
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