Wooden products can be very beautiful and practical, but to make them, sometimes you need to resort to the help of wood glue. If it is of high quality, then the product will last a long time. Often you have to glue parts made of metal, ceramics, plastic, etc. to wood. This point must also be taken into account when choosing an adhesive. Currently, few people use home-made carpentry mixtures, even among professionals. The construction market offers a wide range of compositions for working with wood.

best pva glue

Kleiberit 303.0

Kleiberit 303.0

The waterproof adhesive Kleiberit 303.0 has the best technical characteristics. The material occupies a leading position in the construction market, its quality is time-tested. The high-quality product has universal properties, it can be used to fasten various types of wood, veneer and chipboard products. A distinctive feature is the ability to bond exotic and hardwoods. Parts should be pressed against each other for 6-10 minutes at a temperature of +10°C. After drying, the adhesive layer has a white color, and its frost resistance reaches -30°C.

Domestic consumers distinguish such properties of PVA glue Kleiberit 303.0 as water resistance, frost resistance, strength, setting speed. The disadvantages include the need for strict adherence to the requirements of the instructions.

Krass PVA PVA D3

Krass PVA PVA D3

In order not to spoil the appearance of the parts to be glued, professionals prefer Krass PVA PVA D3 glue. It is suitable for joining different types of wood. The product is used in the production of garden and kitchen furniture, installation of parquet and laminate. The material is also in demand in the manufacture of windows, doors, timber, plywood, veneer and chipboard. Distinctive features of PVA glue are water resistance (class D3) and transparency of the dried layer. In addition, the seam has elasticity and strength. Thanks to its unique properties, it is possible to glue even raw wood. The composition does not contain organic solvents, which makes the material environmentally friendly.

Domestic carpenters speak flatteringly about such qualities of Krass PVA PVA D3 glue as water resistance, crystal transparency of the seam, elasticity, affordable price. The downside is the long drying time.

Moment Joiner PVA Universal

Moment Joiner PVA Universal

The best glue of domestic production in our review was Moment Stolyar PVA Universal. It is an aqueous dispersion of PVA. With this adhesive, you can join different types of wood, as well as building materials such as plywood, MDF, fiberboard, chipboard, veneer, laminated paper. The parts must be pressed against each other for 15-20 minutes using a clamp or vice. The final holding time of parts before use is 24 hours. Wood glue does not stain wood, which expands the scope of its application. The composition can be used at a positive temperature in the range of +5…30°C.

Professional carpenters and home craftsmen highlight such qualities of Moment PVA Joiner Universal glue as short setting time, strength, accessibility, transparency after drying. The disadvantages include the fear of moisture and low temperatures.

The best polyurethane adhesives

Kleiberit 501.0

Kleiberit 501.0

The basis of the adhesive was a polyurethane composition, which gives the material properties such as moisture resistance and heat resistance. One-component composition is easy to use. It can be used not only for gluing two wooden elements. Various combinations of materials are possible, for example, PVC, mineral slabs, ceramics, concrete, etc. The glued units can be used not only indoors, but also outdoors in the rain or the scorching sun. The impeccable quality of the product is confirmed by international standards (DIN/EN 204, WATT 91). The seam finally hardens after 24 hours.

In the reviews of domestic users, positive statements prevail. Kleiberit 501.0 glue is easy to use, it does not drip, the connection is strong. But it is very difficult to wash hands from the adhesive composition, and good ventilation of the room is also required during operation.

SOUDAL 66A

SOUDAL 66A

It is a polyurethane compound that withstands harsh operating conditions. Super waterproof material allows you to glue any kind of wooden products, including wet ones. It can be used to join wood with most building materials, with the exception of PE and PP. During the curing process, the composition foams, due to which cracks and irregularities are filled. The strong seam keeps the working qualities in the wide range of temperatures (-30 … +100 °C). High adhesive ability allows to apply glue at performance of the most difficult carpentry and joiner’s works, both in the room, and outside.

Carpenters and joiners praise SOUDAL 66A for its excellent adhesion, high bond strength, and water resistance. Among the shortcomings, professionals distinguish a decent expansion and a high price.

Akfix PA370 D4

Akfix PA370 D4

Ready-to-use one-component polyurethane-based adhesive Akfix PA370 is able to quickly and efficiently glue wood to metal, concrete, foam, and various plastics. Ideal for repairing wooden boats, yachts and boats due to its resistance to water and aggressive environments. It should be borne in mind that during the drying process, the glue slightly increases in volume, improving the quality of the connection of porous materials.

The glue has proven itself well in carpentry in the manufacture of furniture, windows, doors or layer-by-layer gluing of wood in complex structures. To obtain the strongest possible connection, the ambient temperature should not be below +5°C, and the parts to be joined should be slightly moistened. Not dried adhesive residues are easily removed with acetone. The limiting temperatures at which the glue line does not lose its properties are from -40 to +100 degrees Celsius.

The best resin-based wood adhesives

Titebond Original Wood Glue

Titebond Original Wood Glue

Titebond Original Wood Glue was created for professional activities. The basis of the composition was an emulsion of aliphatic resin. After drying, the seam is durable, it has a transparent yellowish structure. The film is not afraid of exposure to water, it can withstand a strong shock load. The main purpose of the adhesive composition is the connection of wooden products. This product has proven itself especially well when gluing tenon-groove structures. The emulsion penetrates deep into the wood of different species, forming a strong bond. In addition to natural wood, this adhesive can be used with parquet, plywood, fiberboard and chipboard. It is convenient to use glue, because the film seizes immediately, and quickly hardens when pressed.

Uhu plus endfest 300

Uhu plus endfest 300

The two-component adhesive Uhu plus endfest 300 possesses super strong abilities. It is based on epoxy resin, which allows a wide range of materials to be glued to wood. The exception is glass, PP and PE parts. The adhesive cures within 90 minutes. Finally, the seam hardens within 12-24 hours, after which it acquires impact strength, aging resistance and moisture resistance. To obtain a high-quality working solution, it is necessary to mix both components according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. After that, thorough mixing is carried out until a homogeneous mass is obtained. The prepared glue is applied with a brush or spatula.

Professionals and amateurs note a number of positive qualities of Uhu plus endfest 300 glue. First of all, super strength, resistance to mechanical stress, and moisture resistance stand out. The disadvantages of glue for many users is the need to prepare a working mixture.

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