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Which Adhesive Is Right for the Job? A Quick Guide to Glues, Fillers & Sealants

Which Adhesive Is Right for the Job? A Quick Guide to Glues, Fillers & Sealants

Which Adhesive Is Right for the Job? A Quick Guide to Glues, Fillers & Sealants

Whether you're fixing furniture, sealing a bathroom, or patching a wall, the right adhesive makes all the difference. But with so many choices โ€” glues, fillers, caulks, silicones โ€” how do you know which one to pick?

Hereโ€™s a no-nonsense guide to the most common adhesives and where to use them. All available now from Town Tools.


1. ๐Ÿช› Super Glue (Cyanoacrylate)

Best for:

  • Fast fixes

  • Ceramics, plastics, rubber, and wood

  • Lightweight indoor jobs

Quick tip: Bonds almost instantly โ€” ideal for tight repairs, but not flexible. Not recommended for high-moisture areas.

๐Ÿ›  Look for brands like Loctite or Everbuild for reliable strength.


2. ๐ŸŒง๏ธ Silicone Sealant

Best for:

  • Bathrooms, kitchens, windows

  • Waterproof seals

  • Movement-prone joints (it flexes)

Quick tip: Choose mould-resistant types for damp areas. Allow 24 hours to fully cure.

๐Ÿ›  Everflex 500 Bath & Sanitary Silicone โ€“ trusted for waterproof sealing.


3. ๐Ÿงฑ Decorators Caulk

Best for:

  • Gaps around skirting boards or architraves

  • Indoor walls and ceilings

  • Paintable gaps

Quick tip: Smooth it down with a damp cloth. Paintable in as little as an hour.

๐Ÿ›  Everbuild Caulk Once โ€“ flexible and crack-resistant for finishing.


4. ๐Ÿชต Wood Filler

Best for:

  • Repairing holes or cracks in timber

  • Indoor and outdoor use (look for weatherproof)

  • Sanding and staining

Quick tip: Apply in thin layers for best finish. Some versions are stainable and can blend into natural wood.

๐Ÿ›  Ronseal High Performance Wood Filler โ€“ dries fast and sands smooth.


5. ๐Ÿ”ฉ Epoxy Resin (Two-Part Glue)

Best for:

  • High-strength bonding

  • Metal, stone, ceramic, wood

  • Structural or weight-bearing repairs

Quick tip: You mix two components before applying. Sets rock hard โ€” ideal for long-term repairs.

๐Ÿ›  Araldite Rapid Steel โ€“ great for heavy-duty jobs.


๐Ÿง  Pro Tip: Label & Store

Keep all adhesives upright, sealed, and away from heat. Write open dates on tubes โ€” some will dry out quickly.


โœ… Final Word:

From sealing bathrooms to gluing a broken handle, thereโ€™s an adhesive for every job โ€” you just need the right one.
At Town Tools, we stock trusted brands and top-quality consumables so you can get the job done first time.

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