Product overview
Bostik Glu Stik is a solvent free, non-toxic, easy to apply and use general purpose adhesive for the classroom and home. This mess-free glue stick glides on clear and smoothly and dries clear.
Features & benefits
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Glu Stik is a non-toxic, non-harmful adhesive and is safe for the whole family to use
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Solvent free, which is kinder to the environment
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Because it’s acid free, it doesn’t yellow or corrode the materials you are gluing
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Non-wrinkle formula - 8g, 21g and 35g size formats available
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It’s free from food ingredients such as wheat, gluten, flour, eggs or nut products. It does contain corn starch. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause an allergic reaction in some susceptible persons.
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Tested in accordance to AS/NZS ISO 8124:2012 (Safety of Toys - Part 3: Migration of certain elements)
Downloads & resources
Bostik DIY Malaysia Stationery Craft Glu Stik Technical Data Sheet (528.24 KB)
Bostik DIY Malaysia Stationery Craft Glu Stik Safety Data Sheet (187.46 KB)
How to use
Bostik Glu Stik can be used to for scrapbooking, cut and paste activities, paper craft, invitations, art and craft projects and dry mounting photography.
- Ensure that surfaces are clean and dry
- Remove cap, turn base until glue protrudes
- Glue one surface and press firmly together
- When finished, turn base to retract glue
- Recap after use to prevent glue from drying out
TIP: If you forget to put the cap on and the glue dries out, don't worry! Just put the stick into warm water for a few minutes. You can use it again and there's no waste!
FAQs
How do you clean up Glu Stik?
If Bostik Glu Stik gets onto a surface, remove as much of the adhesive as possible and clean the area promptly.
Because Bostik Glu Stik is water soluble, any remaining adhesive can be cleaned away using water. For delicate materials or finished surfaces, test your cleaning method on a small, inconspicuous area first.
Is Glu Stik child-friendly?
Yes, Bostik Glu Stik is a non-toxic adhesive designed for school projects, crafts and everyday creative activities.
Its water-soluble formula makes cleanup easy, making Bostik Glu Stik a safe and practical choice for children’s art and craft projects. As with any adhesive product, adult supervision may be appropriate depending on the child's age and the activity.
What should I do if Glue Stick gets in a child's eye?
If Glue Stick gets into a child's eye, rinse the affected eye immediately with plenty of clean water. Continue flushing the eye thoroughly to help remove any remaining adhesive.
If irritation, discomfort or redness continues after rinsing, seek medical advice as a precaution. Always follow the safety instructions provided with the product.
How long can Glu Stik be stored?
Bostik Glu Stik can be stored for up to 24 months when kept at room temperature under the recommended storage conditions.
For best results, keep the glue stick capped when not in use and store it in a cool, dry location. Proper storage helps maintain product performance throughout its shelf life.
Does glue stick wash out?
Yes, most glue stick adhesive can be washed out when cleaned before it has fully dried or set. Fresh adhesive can usually be removed from fabrics and surfaces using warm soapy water.
If glue stick adhesive gets onto clothing, wash the affected area as soon as possible. Prompt cleaning can help remove adhesive residue more easily and reduce the chance of any remaining marks.
What is Glu Stik?
Bostik Glu Stik is a glue stick designed for clean, mess-free bonding of lightweight materials such as paper, card, crepe paper, tissue paper, foil, cellophane and photographs. It is suitable for use at school, in the office and at home.
This glue stick is commonly used for arts and crafts, scrapbooking, photo albums, school projects, handicrafts and decorative paper projects. Its easy-to-use stick format helps apply adhesive neatly without wrinkling most paper materials.
How do you remove glue stick adhesive?
Most glue stick adhesives can be removed using warm soapy water. This makes it easy to clean away excess adhesive and remove residue left behind after arts, crafts, school projects and paper-based activities.
Dampen a cloth with warm soapy water and gently wipe the affected area until the adhesive softens and can be removed. For best results, clean away glue residue as soon as possible after use.
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