Titebond
Description
Titebond A trademark for a family of wood glues. The three most commonly encountered formulas of Titebond wood glue are Titebond Original, Titebond II Premium, and Titebond III Ultimate. Titebond glues work well with both soft and hard woods.
Titebond Original Wood Glue, the first aliphatic resin glue in the US, was marketed in the early 1940s. It is a water-soluble tacky resin that dries to a hard, tough, durable translucent film. Titebond original is most suited for interior woodworking and repairs. Its suggested use is for cabinetry, trim and molding, window casings, furniture, frames, stairs, and veneers.
Titebond II is a cross-linking PVAc wood glue with similar properties to the original Titebond but is more suitable for exterior purposes. Titebond III is a proprietary formula which behaves similarly to the previous two formulas but is rated stronger and more waterproof.
Examples characteristics and compositions for some of the Titebond adhesives are:
| Product Grade | Base polymer | Dried film Color | Working Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Titebond III Ultimate | Proprietary | Light brown | 20-25 minutes |
| Titebond II Premium | Cross-linking PVAc | Yellow | 10-15 minutes |
| Titebond Original | Aliphatic emulsion | Yellow | 10-15 minutes |
| Titebond II Premium Dark | Cross-linking PVAc | Brown | 10-15 minutes |
| Titebond Polyurethane | Polyurethane | Tan | 25 minutes |
| Titebond Quick & Thick | Thixotropic PVAc | Light brown | 8-10 minutes |
| Titebond Liquid Hide | Natural protein | Transparent amber | 25-30 minutes |
More information may be obtained from the [woodworking] brochure.
Personal Risk
All three of the common Titebond Wood Glue formulas (I, II, & III) are non-toxic and safe to use, conform to ASTM D4236. Titebond II and III are approved for indirect food contact. They are eye and skin irritants. Titebond II contains aluminum chloride.
More information may be obtained from the SDS reports for Titebond Original, Titebond II Premium, and Titebond III Ultimate.
Applications
Risks
Titebond: SDS for original Titebond wood glue
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in water before drying.
Additional Information
Titebond: Website