Things that hot glue can and cannot stick to
Hot glue adheres to almost anything but does not stick to materials like glass, metal, wax, vinyl etc. In this article, we will take a look at what hot glue cannot stick to and what it can.
Hot glue sticks will only work on a material that is porous enough for the glue to penetrate through and/or any surface that is dry enough. It is used to temporarily stick things together.
That makes a hot glue gun ideal for crafts, construction, and repair projects.
Materials that hot glue will not stick to are:
- glass
- metal
- porcelain
- wax
- vinyl
- silicon
- paint surface
- Marble etc.
Water, grease, or dirt can also get into the glue, as well as excessive/too thick glue on the surface being glued.
Materials that hot glue can stick to are:
- paper
- cardboard
- wood
- plastic
- cloth
- foam etc.
The trick is to heat up your glue gun and then apply the glue. If you wait until your glue is cold and then apply it to your project, it won’t stick.
Hot glue type for cold weather
Many people are unaware that hot glue can break in cold temperatures, but there is a type of hot glue available that can hold up in cold conditions without breaking, making it the ideal outdoor glue.
The acrylic hot glue is an ideal outdoor glue because it can hold through cold temperatures without breaking.
Is hot glue heat resistant?
Hot glue can withstand temperatures of up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot melt glue is partially heat resistant. Depending on the formulation, this product can be kept between 35 and 70 degrees Celsius. At temperatures of up to 100 degrees Celsius, a polyolefin hot melt adhesive can be used for packaging and labelling.
Hot glue on aluminum
Hot glue works on aluminum. With thin, lightweight aluminum, you can use hot glue to attach aluminum with high heat if it has holes drilled in it, so the melted glue can flow. After the glue has cooled, the aluminum will be secure.
Hot glue on aluminium foil
Hot glue can be used to attach aluminium foil to other items. Elmer’s Glue-All is the most well-known brand of white glue in the United States. Aluminium foil can adhere to paper, cardboard, plastic, or wood. The glue will not adhere to the metal’s surface.
When using white glue to attach aluminium foil to cardboard, it’s usually best to thin the glue by mixing a mixture of 50% glue and 50% water. Any nontoxic glue that holds in the oven works.
Conclusion
Hot glue is versatile and easy to use. It can be left in place for several days without drying out and hardening. There are no harmful side effects or health risks to using hot glue.