Craft Glue

There are a few methods if you want to fix two things together in craftwork. You can drill and screw, staple, hammer, or just stick them together. But if you are working with small things that you don’t want to punch a hole into, then your only option is to use craft glue.

In most craft projects and artwork, you will have to work with small things that are delicate. Therefore, knowing how to handle all those things and fix them without running their appearance is also a part of being an artist. Luckily, there is no shortage of craft glues out there. With enough research, you will be able to find one that fits all your requirements. But before you start shopping for them, read this article to get a better understanding of them. That will help you make the right choices when you are shopping for craft glues and other handicraft articles.

Different types of craft glues

Only craft people know about the incredible variety that exists among craft glues. Depending on how and what you want to do, there are glue dots, glues sticks, spray glues and many other options anybody can choose from. And if you dig deeper, you will find a couple of dozens of glues that are specifically meant for special craftwork. However, if you are just starting out, you should at least know about the most basic ones among them. Here is a list of four of the most popular craft glues that you will need.

Spray Glue

The major attraction of spray adhesive is that they are so easy to use. You won’t get it on your hand, and it is easy to spread the glue on a surface uniformly. Spray glue also comes with different levels of adhesiveness. However, for most craftwork, general-purpose spray glue is sufficient. Unless you are trying to stick together wood or metal, you don’t need a high-performance spray glue. Although it is easy to use, you should not use it in a room with little ventilation. Some chemical components of the spray will spread in the air, and if there is no ventilation, it can be harmful to you.

Glue sticks

These are in no way the strongest adhesive out there. However, for craft projects that involve sticking pieces of paper and other light material together, it is good enough. As the glue in a glue stick is washable, you don’t have to worry about your kids sticking their fingers together when they do the craftwork. You will find two types of glue sticks in the market: one that is low binding and provides a temporary tack and the other type that is a little stronger. A glue stick has a similar consistency as that of silicone glue, and therefore it doesn’t overflow or make a mess on the table.

Multi-purpose glue

If you are looking for an inexpensive glue that you can buy in larger quantities and is safe for the kids, here is your answer. Multi-Purpose glues are water-based glues with low binding power. And because they are water-based, you can easily wash the glue off using soap and water. However, if you keep it for a few hours to cure, it hardens, and it can be difficult to get rid of. If you are buying a multi-purpose glue for your kids, look for the nontoxic ones that are not harmful when ingested. You can also choose between the white and colourless varieties of this glue.

Super glue

Some craftwork requires glue that can create a permanent super-strong bond in no time. Super glue or cyanoacrylate is a great option for this. This glue is a special chemical formulation that solidifies within a few seconds after you expose it to the air. And once the glue is dry, it is extremely difficult to get it off. Therefore, you have to be careful while handling it. As you might have probably figured out, this is not something that you should give to children. The best part is that they are useful for fixing broken household items and furniture as well.