ADHESIVES

Adhesives are an important part of many home improvement and furniture projects. Learn about adhesives, glues and fillers.

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What are some of the uses for contact cement?

There are a variety of adhesive materials available for professional craftsmen, home repairs and do-it-yourself projects. Learn about some uses for contact cement in this article.

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  • What makes super glue so super?
    What makes super glue so super?

    Super glue definitely deserves its name -- a 1-square-inch bond can hold more than a ton. So, what if find yourself in a super-sticky situation? See more »

  • Glass and Ceramic Glues
    Glass and Ceramic Glues

    Glass and ceramic glues offer the best bond possible for any delicate glass repairs you may need to make. Learn all about these adhesives. See more »

  • Glues
    Glues

    To stick two materials together without putting a piece of metal through them, consider glues. Read about different types of adhesives, including multipurpose glues and those specially-designed for given surfaces. See more »

  • Metal Glues and Fillers
    Metal Glues and Fillers

    Metal glues and fillers are recommended for such home repair jobs as sealing pipes, patching gutters, and more. Learn about metal adhesives here. See more »

  • Multipurpose Glues
    Multipurpose Glues

    Multipurpose glues encompass everything from school glue to epoxy. Find out which glue to use for which home repair in this helpful article. See more »

  • Plastic Glues
    Plastic Glues

    Plastic adhesives may be essential to your project. Other types of glues can actually dissolve plastic. Learn more about these types of adhesives and choose the right glue for your next project. See more »

  • The Ultimate Glue Quiz
    The Ultimate Glue Quiz

    These days there are a range of glues available. Different glues are better for specific materials and purposes. Choosing the right glue will help a quick fix last longer. See how much you know about different glues by taking this quiz. See more »

  • The Ultimate Super Glue Quiz
    The Ultimate Super Glue Quiz

    Super glue is so strong that, if you tried, you could stick an elephant to the roof with it! Super glue can be very useful for a quick fix. However, it can also get you into a sticky situation if you get it stuck to your fingers or mouth. See more »

  • How can you make white glue?
    How can you make white glue?

    Some materials for crafts projects can be found right at home. Learn how to make white glue in this article. See more »

  • How do you use adhesives for ceramic tile repair?
    How do you use adhesives for ceramic tile repair?

    Instead of retiling your floor, you can simply replace any broken ceramic tiles with new ones using adhesive. This article will teach you how to use adhesives to repair ceramic tile. See more »

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