Wood adhesives

No. EVO-STIK Wood Glue Interior is designed for indoor use only and is not recommended for outdoor applications.

For exterior projects, we recommend EVO-STIK Wood Glue Exterior, which can be used for both interior and exterior wood bonding.

EVO-STIK Polyurethane Wood Adhesive should only be used where at least one of the surfaces being bonded is porous. Non-porous surfaces should be abraded beforehand to provide a good key for adhesion.

Yes. EVO-STIK Mitre Adhesive is effective when used on its own. However, when used with the activator, bond strength is improved, creating a stronger, more durable bond that cures almost instantly. Meer regels weergeven

To clean the nozzle on EVO-STIK wood adhesive, use a clean, damp cloth to firstly wipe off excess glue after closing. 

If the nozzle becomes clogged with dry glue, remove the entire cap by screwing this from the bottle. Twist the nozzle and push the dry glue backward with a toothpick or similar item. Then, rinse the cap with warm water and dry, before screwing back onto the bottle. 

Cured EVO-STIK Polyurethane Wood Adhesive can only be removed mechanically. The best time to remove excess adhesive is shortly after it has cured. To avoid damage, it is advisable to protect any vulnerable surfaces before application.

EVO-STIK Wood Glue Exterior reaches full cure within 24 hours at 20°C. 2

The rate at which bond strength develops depends on factors such as ambient temperature, humidity, bonding pressure, substrate type, porosity and moisture content.

As a guide, beech substrates at 7°C should be clamped for at least 12 hours. At 20°C and 55% relative humidity, the clamping time may be reduced to little more than 1 hour.

EVO-STIK Wood Glue Interior reaches full cure within 24 hours at 20°C. 2

The time taken to develop full bond strength depends on factors such as temperature, humidity, bonding pressure, substrate type, porosity and moisture content.

As a guide, beech substrates at 7°C should be clamped for at least 12 hours. At 20°C and 55% relative humidity, the clamping time may be reduced to little more than 1 hour. 

EVO-STIK Mitre Adhesive is a high-strength cyanoacrylate adhesive supplied with an aerosol activator for rapid curing.

It is suitable for a wide range of materials, including wood, MDF, PVCu, and many common metals, plastics and rubbers.

EVO-STIK Mitre Adhesive is ideal for bonding mitre joints in picture frames and skirting boards, repairing hairline cracks in porcelain, and fixing broken jewellery.

Both Polyurethane Wood Glue and PVA Wood Glue are excellent choices for bonding wood. The best option depends on your application and project requirements.

Polyurethane Wood Glue

Pros:

• Extremely versatile
• Expands to fill joints
• Provides very strong bonds on wood and many other materials

Cons:

• Requires moisture to cure
• Has a shorter working time of around 15 minutes
• Can be more difficult to clean up, so extra care is needed during application

PVA Wood Glue

Pros:

• Easy and clean to apply
• Provides very strong wood-to-wood bonds
• Offers a longer working time of around 30 minutes

Cons:

• Generally limited to wood-to-wood bonding applications

Both adhesives have their advantages, so it can be useful to keep both on hand for different types of projects. EVO-STIK Polyurethane Wood Glue offers greater versatility, while EVO-STIK PVA Wood Glue is ideal for many traditional woodworking applications.

EVO-STIK Polyurethane Wood Glue is a moisture-curing, single-part polyurethane resin adhesive that is commonly used to bond wood and other materials together.

Its thixotropic, non-drip formula makes it particularly suitable for vertical and overhead applications, such as mortise and tenon joints.

EVO-STIK Polyurethane Wood Glue provides a strong, water-resistant bond and cures rapidly, allowing bonded joints to be handled carefully after approximately 5 minutes.

It bonds most wood types and many rigid porous materials, including concrete, plaster and brick, as well as non-porous materials such as metals, foamed polystyrene, GRP and PVC. At least one of the surfaces being bonded must be porous.

EVO-STIK Wood Glue Exterior has an open assembly time of approximately 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the porosity of the substrate and the ambient temperature.

EVO-STIK Wood Glue Interior has an open assembly time of approximately 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the porosity of the substrate and the ambient temperature.

Until EVO-STIK Wood Glue Interior has set, the bond has very little strength. As the adhesive dries, water evaporates and the adhesive shrinks, while the moisture may also cause the wood grain to swell. Clamping the materials gently helps keep the joint in place until the adhesive has fully set.

Most emulsion adhesives are white in colour due to the way they reflect light. When used under the correct conditions, EVO-STIK Wood Glue Interior dries clear or translucent.