Titebond Genuine Hide Glue

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

Ideal for fine furniture repair

Excellent sandability

Excellent creep-resistance

Can be used to create a "crackling effect" on wood

Slow set allows precise assembly

Application Guidelines

Application Temperature: Above 50°F (10°C)

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.

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 52%

Viscosity 4,000 cps

pH 6.5

Storage Life 24 months in tightly closed containers at 75°F

Bond Strength ASTM D-905 (On Hard Maple)

Specifications

• CONFORMS TO ASTM D-4236

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.

Crackling Instructions