Overview
Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue is an easy-to-use, one-part waterproof wood glue. The formula meets criteria for the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance specification and offers superior bond strength, a longer open assembly time and lower minimum application temperature. It is non-toxic, non-foaming, solvent-free and cleans up with water. It provides strong initial tack, sands easily without softening and is FDA approved for indirect food contact (such as for cutting boards). Use on both interior and exterior projects.
Features:
- Fast curing and cleans up with water when still wet
- Less mess—does not foam
- Easier to clean up and less expensive than polyurethane glues
- Eight minutes of open assembly time for complicated glueups
- Application temperature as low as 47°F
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Wally H
on Jun 26, 2017
have used before good glue, just ran out ordering more
norm
on May 30, 2017
Need for project...
Wally H
on Jun 26, 2017
I need some.
Joseph V
on Jun 18, 2017
I need some.
Joseph V
on Jun 18, 2017
We have used titebond 111 for a while now and it is the best wood glue that we have used for our mountain wall art. It is awesome in gluing the reclaimed laths, fast and ensures they will not come off under any condition, unlike many other brands we have tried. We are vary happy with this product and will continue to use it.
Patty F
on May 27, 2017
Is is foodsafe?
BEST ANSWER: Straight from the label it is rated food safe for indirect contact.
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- PATRICK P on Jun 14, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
Does this product have a shelf life??
BEST ANSWER: I'm sure it does but I have never found an exact answer. I normally buy my glue from a retailer that has good product turn-over thinking his glue might be fresher. I mark the date I purchased it and always store it in 50+ degree temps. I always get at least a year out of it. If it gets too thick or doesn't smell right, throw it out, no sense in ruining a nice glued-up top because of old glue.
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- Jim L on Mar 3, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 13, 2015
glue for outdoor wood projects ?
BEST ANSWER: what is the joint? biscuits, mortise and tenon, dovetail, dado or rabbit.
what's the application? high stress in a chair or little stress like a bench.
you have three issues to consider: water, moisture exchange and UV light.
Does the joint rack, like it might in a chair? if so you may want to use tenon with a wedge and forget the glue.
Titebond III is good, but remember to design around the limitation of any glue.
what's the application? high stress in a chair or little stress like a bench.
you have three issues to consider: water, moisture exchange and UV light.
Does the joint rack, like it might in a chair? if so you may want to use tenon with a wedge and forget the glue.
Titebond III is good, but remember to design around the limitation of any glue.
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- JOHN D on May 12, 2015
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2014
What glue should I use to adhere the classic wooden drawer glides to my dresser drawers?
BEST ANSWER: The titebond glue is an excellent choice, it is waterproof and has fairly good grab. I would fasten with clamps or screws to get the best bond. All done well, the glue will not separate, the wood will give it up first. Good luck. Jim
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- JIM A on May 15, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
What is the best way to keep glue from getting hard in the bottle?
BEST ANSWER: Karl, I've been using Titebond III for years and have never had a problem with it getting hard in the bottle. Just keep the lid on tightly.
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- Larry S on Jan 31, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 5, 2015
Any experience with this type III glue with teak? I want to use it to glue up a table top to be used on the exterior of my boat. Do you need to wipe the joints with acetone before applying the glue?
BEST ANSWER: Just used it on a teak desk. It's holding well. It is not a waterproof glue, however. If it is a sea going vessel, I might choose another method, or give it plenty of time to cure before being fairly liberal with a sealer such as a spar polyurethane.
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- PATRICK P on Jun 14, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
I am gluing veneer together for salad fork and spoon. These will be hand washed. Will Titebond III hold up or is there something else I should use?
BEST ANSWER: There are a couple other title bond products that may meet your needs that you need to check out. Research all their products that might be better than what you need. I can't recall the name of the exact product they have but please check the out.
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- Donald P on Jan 18, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 5, 2015
Reviews
4.9 / 5.0
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Strong glue... I have been using...
Strong glue... I have been using TiteBond III glue for wood for sometime and knew it was strong, but just recently I found out how strong it is. On a small project I had glued some 1/4” diameter rare earth magnets into shallow holes so that they would act as retainers to another piece of wood that had the same size magnets likewise glued into shallow holes. Some time later, months, I discovered that one of the magnets was installed with the wrong polarity facing outward. To correct this error, I have to pry out the magnet and reverse it, and re-glue it back in. The magnet was really bonded in well. After a bit of work I was able to get it out. After getting it free, I noticed that it looked odd on the glued side. A closer look reveled that the thin nickel plating had pulled free of the back side of the magnet and was still stuck to the bottom of the hole where the magnet had been. These magnets have a shiny, polished exterior, so there was noting for the Titebond III to really “grip”, but it still managed to hold on to the plating well enough to strip it off the side of the magnet. In my opinion, that’s bonding power.
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December 2, 2011
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titebond glue
titebond glue is the best i have ever used..i tried several other brands and they did not hold up the titebond. i have never had a glue up fail with this product. i highly recommend it
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Titebong Glue
Titebond is the only glue that I use in my shop I use it every day. I have tried others but I always go back to Titebond. Best glue on the market.
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I have been using Titebond glues...
I have been using Titebond glues for years and needed to replenish my supply. I am currently building an exterior door out of red oak and needed more to glue the mortise and tenons. I have found that this glue does more than just resist moisture and it does allow time to assemble items in cooler temperatures. I have found also that this glue is stronger than the polyurethane glues on the market.
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March 27, 2008
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Best !
This glue has never let me down in all the years I've used it. The quality of this glue over the years is something I've never had to worry about .
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A perfect wood glue
Titebond lll does everything I want a wood glue to do. Strong, waterproof and easy clean up.
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I have always used tite bond...
I have always used tite bond glue and never had any problem with it and have build furniture that is at least 20 years old and the joints are still holding up. Since they came out with the 3 that is all I use and the drying time is not that long so you can take the clamps off quicker and on to another part of your project When you build furniture for the public you need the best.
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March 26, 2008
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I've used Titebond I and II...
I've used Titebond I and II for years. There are scrap pieces in my basement that were glued up 30 years ago and are still tight as now. This waterproof version takes it a step further.
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May 6, 2009
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Good value. Have been using Titebond...
Good value. Have been using Titebond glues for a long time. Was going to buy the gallon size for better value, but was worried about shelf life.
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October 15, 2009
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Here is an example of how...
Here is an example of how strong this glue is. I made a desk and while gluing up the table top /desk top I was unsure how long Iwanted it 50 or 54 in so Iglued it up 56 in and cut it to the right size at 50 in. I have always been curious how strong it really is. With the 6 in strip that was 5 pieces that where joined toghter w/biscuits to took it slammed it on the concret floor in my basment woodshop around 45 deg, it did break apart but not at a seam it broke apart 1 in away from a seam it ripped the RED OAK apart and NOT at a joint. WOW, Titebond is and will always be the wood glue I ever use.
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February 8, 2012
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