Loctite all-purpose adhesive: What you need to know

Henkel Loctite

Henkel Loctite is the industry-leading brand for adhesives, sealants and surface treatments. Their chemists and application engineers have been at the forefront of cutting edge developments of adhesive technologies for over fifty years. With a vast range of products suitable for any bonding challenge, Loctite is the market leader in the adhesives industry.

What is an all-purpose adhesive?

An all-purpose adhesive is perfect for your everyday needs and simple tasks around the house. While this adhesive is ideal for DIY crafting work around the home, school and office, its strength and versatility make it applicable to a wide range of situations.

This high-quality adhesive is extra strong and benefits from being clear, which means it will dry without leaving white marks as a regular super glue might. It also has a slightly longer drying time than super glue, meaning you have a bit of extra time to reposition before it sets. With its impressive flexibility and strength, Loctite all-purpose adhesive stands out as one of the best all-purpose glues around.

How to use Loctite all-purpose adhesive

When using adhesives, remember to observe the standard safety precautions, such as wearing gloves to protect your skin and operating in a well-ventilated room. The following instructions will explain how to best use Loctite all-purpose adhesive.

Surface preparation

Before you begin the bonding process, thoroughly prepare the surfaces you will be glueing together. Remove all dirt, debris and other substances and make sure that the surfaces are clean and dry.

Line things up

Pre-align your materials before you make the bond. Take your time and view the area you want to bond from all angles. Make sure you’re glueing the right parts together to achieve your desired outcome. You wouldn’t want to realise that you’ve made a mistake moments after applying the adhesive!

Apply the adhesive

A thin layer of adhesive is enough to do the trick. It can be tempting to be generous with your application, just to be on the safe side. But trust us, a thin layer will do the job. Loctite all-purpose adhesive has a drying time of around sixty seconds, so hold the surfaces in place for at least a minute and avoid using the item during this time.

Clean up the surfaces

The last step is to clean up any excess glue before it dries. Keep your eyes peeled and be ready to act quickly for this part. You can use a cotton bud to wipe wet glue away. Don’t worry if it dries before you get to it as you can still scrape it off with a hard-edged tool.

A multi-purpose solution

Loctite all-purpose adhesive provides a multi-purpose solution to resolve challenges in both a domestic and professional setting. Please note that it does not work on glass or tricky plastics like polypropylene. Fortunately, other Loctite products can help you with tackling those materials.

However, some tasks may require a specific adhesive. If you are working at extreme temperatures or with volatile materials, you might need to use an adhesive that has been specifically designed for the task. We’d expect anyone working with dangerous or hazardous materials to have the required training and experience to do so safely in these situations.

Engineers and manufacturers may need to use thread lockers to secure against vibrations or pipe sealants to prevent gasses and liquids from leaking. At certain times, you might need to find an adhesive that is suited for the specific task at hand. If you’re not sure which adhesive you need for the job, feel free to get in touch with us for more details on Henkel Loctite products.

But for the majority of day to day tasks, this one-purpose adhesive will do the trick. One single bottle can be used to tackle a broad range of jobs, from fixing small appliances to repairing large pieces of furniture.

The benefits of Loctite all-purpose adhesive

When you’re pressed for time and you just need a quick, all-in-one solution, all-purpose glue does provide the answer. This adhesive has been specifically designed for easy use around the house. It’s made with a non-drip formula, meaning you can even use it on those tricky vertical surfaces.

And if you’ve accidentally broken something valuable or important, don’t worry! Loctite all-purpose adhesive forms an extremely strong bond and dries transparent while doing so. There will be no glue marks or stains to indicate the item was broken in the first place, so no one will ever need to know about that little accident!

Get your hands on the solution

Regardless of the glue you’re looking for, Loctite can provide you with a solution. With a complete range of adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, Loctite can deliver even the most demanding of industrial applications.

For further information about Henkel Loctite adhesives or any of our other products, contact us today to speak with a member of our team.