HARD PLASTICS
Bostik Hard Plastic is a clear, water-resistant plastic adhesive designed for bonding hard plastic items to themselves and each other. This polyurethane-based glue for plastic is easy to apply by brush and provides immediate strength on contact. Suitable for household repairs, it can bond hard plastics including nylon, PU, PVC-U, ABS and high impact polystyrene, as well as most clear plastics, wood, metal and leather.
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Product overview
Bostik Hard Plastic is a solvent-borne polyurethane adhesive for application on hard plastics. It has a translucent appearance, a typical working time of 5–10 minutes and reaches full cure in 24 hours. Once aligned and pressed together, the bonded surfaces stick immediately.
Bostik Soft Plastics glue is also available
Surface Compatibility
Suitable materials include nylon, PU, PVC-U, ABS and high impact polystyrene. Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from dust, dirt and grease before bonding.
Features & benefits
Bonds most hard plastics including PVC-U, ABS and High Polystyrene
Ultra strong, long lasting, and fast setting bond
Water resistant
Downloads & resources
Bostik DIY Australia Repair - Hard Plastics Technical Data Sheet (302.73 KB)
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How to use
For best results, ensure surfaces are dry, clean and free from dust and grease. Wearing gloves is recommended.
Application
- Remove tube cap. Using a brush, spread a thin layer of the adhesive evenly over both surfaces.
- Leave the coated surfaces until the adhesive is no longer tacky, approximately 10 minutes at normal room temperature.
- Once glue is no longer tacky, ensure surfaces are accurately aligned and then press firmly together. They will stick immediately.
Use as a hard plastic glue, plastic adhesive or plastic to plastic adhesive for repairing household objects made from suitable hard plastics. It is designed for bonding hard plastic items to themselves and each other, and can also be used for sticking most clear plastics, wood, metal and leather.
Cleaning
- After use, wipe the nozzle with a clean dry cloth (avoiding skin contact).
- Bostik Hard Plastics adhesive can be removed using acetone before set. Solvents can damage some surfaces, therefore carry out a test on a small area first.
Limitations
Not suitable for PP, PE or silicone. This means it should not be described as a polyethylene glue. The TDS does not position this product as a plastic epoxy, plastic-to-cement adhesive or waterproof glue for plastic, so those claims should not be used without additional approved data.
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FAQs
How do I know how to stick two materials together?
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How do you prepare surfaces before gluing?
Before applying adhesive, make sure both surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust, grease, oil, rust, loose material or other contaminants.
Removing residues and preparing the surfaces properly helps improve adhesion and gives the best chance of achieving a strong, durable bond.
How does viscosity affect adhesive performance?
Viscosity refers to how thick or fluid an adhesive is. Lower-viscosity adhesives flow more easily, while higher-viscosity adhesives are thicker and provide greater control during application.
The viscosity of an adhesive can influence how it spreads, fills gaps and performs on vertical surfaces, making it an important factor when selecting the right product for a project.
What is the shelf life of the adhesive I have bought and where can I store it?
The shelf life of adhesives varies from product to product, but typically ranges between one and two years from the date of manufacture when unopened and stored correctly in dry conditions - usually between +5°C and +25°C. Once opened, the life of the product will be more limited – this is dictated by variables including the type of adhesive, how it is stored, and how much adhesive is left unused. For more information, refer to the product’s Technical Data Sheet.
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