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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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 buy a gallon at a time and date the bottle. I do pour glue into a Glue-bot to make applying the glue easier. and shake the gallon jug about 30 seconds before putting it away. If the glue starts to get a little thick or a shorter setup time, I found shaking the glue bottle vigorously for about 5 minutes will restore the shelf life some. I have had glue bottles longer than a year and not had problems.
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- Richard G on Dec 22, 2017
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: To restore Titebond III, you should shake the bottle vigorously for about 5 minutes to remix the contents. I normally shake my gallon jug for about 30 seconds after I refill my glue-bot each time.
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- Richard G on Dec 22, 2017
glue for outdoor wood projects ?
BEST ANSWER: I have used this for several outdoor projects over the past couple of months and so far it is holding up great. Titebond III is the glue I use for outdoor projects.
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- Steve H on Dec 25, 2016
Will this glue work to hold the wooden planks in a whiskey barrel table? I can't glue the surfaces of each plank, but can ooze glue between them. Purpose is to add stability to barrel used for table that has been damaged/loosened by movers.
BEST ANSWER: I would use Gorilla Glue because it expands as it dries, thus filling the glued space. Be ready to wipe oozing or swelled glue with a wet rag to prevent unwanted buildup.
I have only ever used Titebond in a clamping situation, so don’t know how it would work in this situation. But I doubt it will be successful.
I have only ever used Titebond in a clamping situation, so don’t know how it would work in this situation. But I doubt it will be successful.
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- Raymond J on Jun 8, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2016
Does it dry clear? Does it accept paint well?
BEST ANSWER: If you want a clearer glue, you should use a white glue similar to Titebond I. The Titebond III does dry a light brownish color. But if you have 2 properly prepared edges to be glued you won't have any to color to show. Titebond I, Titebond II, or Titebond III are stainable and paintable.
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- Richard G on Dec 22, 2017
I need to glue a veneer top to a fiberglass/composite guitar with a vacuum bag. Will this glue work? Thanks.
BEST ANSWER: Titebond is really good for wood to wood joints, but specifically excludes non porous surfaces like fiberglass. Polyurethane glues however bond well to a variety of materials.
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- Hunter M on Nov 19, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 20, 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
Is the glue stainable?
BEST ANSWER: Not to my knowledge. Try some on a piece of scrap.
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- Phil C on Jul 31, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 2, 2015
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Excellent glue great for outdoor applications
Great stuff easy to work with
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Wood Glue
Just what I needed, worked great. Had a larger crack and mixed it with some of the sawdust from my project and it blended well. Clean up was easy.
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Titebond III is the best
Titebond III is the go-to wood glue in my professional shop. It has longer open time than the previous Titebond II product, it's waterproof, and when dry it has a slightly darker color which helps mask any squeeze-out. It is a fabulous product!
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The experts are right ,it is stronger than the wood itself.
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Great glue
I use alot of glue of different types but I like this best , you can use it inside and out and easy cleanup.
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best stuff on the market
I have been using this glue for many years both indoor and out,.and have yet to find anything better.
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It's titebond, doesn't get much better for wood on wood.
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