Titebond Genuine Hide Glue is the first hide glue to be offered in a liquid, ready-to-use form. It requires no mixing, heating or stirring. Professional woodworkers use Titebond Genuine Hide Glue for its long assembly time, exceptional strength and unique crackling effect on wood. Titebond Genuine Hide Glue provides superior creep-resistance, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes. Its sensitivity to moisture allows for easy disassembly of parts, a critical benefit in antique restoration or the repair of musical instruments.
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-use form
- Excellent sandability
- Can be used to create a "crackling effect" on wood
- Ideal for fine furniture repair
- Excellent creep resistance
- Slow set allows precise assembly
Physical Properties
| Type | Natural protein solution |
| Calculated Voc | 0 g/L |
| State | Liquid |
| Weight Per Gallon | 9.6 lbs. |
| Color | Amber |
| Flashpoint | > 200°F |
| Dried Film | Translucent |
| Freeze/Thaw Stability | Stable |
| Solids | 0.52 |
| Viscosity | 4,000 cps |
| Ph | 6.5 |
| Storage Life | 24 months in tightly closed containers at 75°F |
Application Guidelines
| Application Temperature | Above 50°F |
| Open Assembly Time | 10 minutes (70°F./50% RH) |
| Total Assembly Time | 20-30 minutes (70°F./50%RH) |
| Minimum Required Spread | Approximately 6 mils or 250 square feet per gallon |
| Required Clamping Pressure | Enough to bring joints tightly together (generally, 100-150 psi for softwoods, 125-175 psi for medium woods and 175-250 psi for hardwoods) |
| Method Of Application | Can be applied by roller or dip spreader, pressurized oil cans, plastic applicators, brush or stick. |
| Cleanup | Damp cloth while glue is wet. Scrape off and sand dried excess. |
| Limitations | Titebond Genuine Hide Glue is not intended for exterior use or where moisture is likely. Not for structural or load bearing applications. For exterior applications use Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue or Titebond II Premium Wood Glue. Freezing may not affect the function of the product but may cause it to thicken. Agitation should restore product to original form. KEEP FROM FREEZING. |
Caution Statement
CAUTION: EYE IRRITANT. Contains ammonium rhodanate; dicyanodiamide. Contact with eye will cause irritation. Do not take internally. Not intended for use by children. If eye contact occurs, rinse with running water for at least 15 minutes. If ingested do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if eye irritation or gastric distress occurs. For additional information, refer to Safety Data Sheet. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.