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The fumes that glue guns can release are very rarely toxic but can sometimes be irritating for those who suffer from respiratory problems. Take care when using the glue guns as like most organic fumes, there is a possibility they could ignite depending on the environment they are used in.

Yes - Bostik Tape Discs are recyclable as they are made from paper. When used in gift wrapping, be sure to choose recyclable gift wrap so once the present has been opened, all of the paper can easily be recycled.

Also, the sheets that our sticky circles are supplied on are made of polyester which can be disposed with your plastic waste recycling.

Bostik Blu Glu stick is acid-free so it is safe to use with your photos.

Yes - you can use our double sided sticky pads for mirrors. Bostik Foam Pads are acid and lignin-free meaning they will not mark or stain a mirrored surface.

Bostik Blu Glu stick is a great way to show you where you've applied your glue, but it actually dries totally clear!

Yes - Bostik PVA white Glu applies white from the bottle and once dry, is clear.

If you haven't used all of the glue stick that you inserted into the glue gun, do not try to remove it. Removing the glue stick could damage the internal components of the gun - regardless if the adhesive is runny or hard.

Simply leave the glue stick in the glue gun until you use it again. Surplus glue stick may be trimmed off using a sharp knife.

When the glue stick is almost gone, you can insert another stick and continue to use the glue gun as normal.

A glue gun’s lifespan can vary depending on its use. Sometimes, a glue gun can stop working due to a glue stick being jammed or stuck in the gun, causing a blockage in the nozzle. Ensure you are always using the right glue sticks for your glue gun to avoid this problem.

Bostik Sticky Tape offers 50m of adhesive tape at 24mm in width.

Fun Fact: Sticky Tape will go the length of an Olympic swimming pool, two tennis courts, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris or the length of 16 Siberian tigers in a line!

0.5 grams of Blu Tack® will hold an approximate 105 gram load, but Bostik Blu Tack® is not designed to hold heavy objects.

Bostik Fast Tak Permanent spray adhesive can be dissolved by dabbing the adhesive with a clean, dampened cloth of white spirit.

Blu Tack® sometimes gets dropped and pressed into the carpet. You can easily remove it by firstly, removing as much as possible by hand. Then, grab an additional piece of Blu Tack® and press it into the Blu Tack® in the carpet and pull it away to remove as much as possible.

If there are remaining pieces, wrap parcel tape - sticky side outwards - around your knuckles and knead into the affected area. Finally, use a fine-tooth comb to remove the last little bits!

Watch video for how to remove Blu Tack® from carpet

If Sticky Tape has been stuck onto a hard surface for a long period of time, when you come to remove it, there may be some glue residue left behind. However, you can easily remove sticky tape residue from glass, plastic, clothing and more.

First, try to remove as much of the sticky residue with your fingers. Then you can use hot water with a few drops of detergent or canola or olive oil to soften any stubborn adhesive. You can then gently scrape away the residue with a plastic scraper or your fingers.

Alternative methods can be heating the glue residue with a hairdryer. The hot air will help loosen the adhesive and you can then scrape to remove.

All colour variations of Bostik Blu Tack® are made using the same tried and tested formula. Blu Tack® White offers discreet application on white or light surfaces, which is great if you want the adhesive tack to go unnoticed.

Most solvent-based adhesives are flammable. When using Fast Tak always work in a ventilated area and do not breathe in vapours. Avoid exposing the product to any ignition sources. Do not smoke when working with adhesives.

Yes - adhesive from a glue gun is waterproof. It is extremely water resistant and can deal with varying temperatures, other solvents and even eroding, making it a long-lasting, ultra strong adhesive.

Bostik Glu Dots are pressure-sensitive, double-sided, adhesive dots available in a removable or permanent formula.

Our Glu Dots can stick to almost anything including paper, wood, plastic, foam, metal, glass and painted surfaces. They're perfect for arts and crafts projects such as scrapbooking, sticking up posters to walls, card making, collages and model making at home, the office or in schools.

Bostik Tape Discs are most commonly used for parcel and gift wrapping, sealing bags and envelopes, securing tags and bows, and much more.

As they're acid and lignin-free, we also like to use these handy sticky discs in scrapbooking to secure photos in place without staining your favourite snapshots.

You can even use them for re-sealing opened food packages to ensure your contents stay fresh and you avoid accidental spills.

Bostik Blu Tack® is available in four colours: original blue, pink, white and grey.

Fast Tak Permanent spray glue is a permanent contact adhesive in an aerosol format. It applies as a mist and is suitable for bonding a wide variety of materials including paper, card, foam, leather, rubber, plastic, metal, wood, stone and even concrete.

Simple and easy-to-use in a few seconds, our Fast Tak Permanent caters to all kinds of craft and DIY needs, whether that’s craft creations, furniture repairs, clothing repairs and more.

Simply shake to wake, spray from 15 to 20 cm, allow to dry for a few seconds, line up your surfaces and press together to stick.

PVA white Glu is an essential, multipurpose glue, commonly used in arts and craft projects. It is also often referred to as white glue or white craft glue as it applies white and dries clear.

Bostik supplies its PVA craft glue in an easy-to-use, squeezable bottle so it's great for use by both children and adults for scrapbooking, card making, school art projects, in poster creation and more!

We also offer an EVO-STIK PVA Glue for larger DIY projects. Browse EVO-STIK PVA Glue.

Bostik DIY Hot Melt Glue Gun operates between +175°C to +200°C.

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.

Bostik PVA white Glu will often dry in a matter of minutes. However, we recommend waiting 12 hours when applied to paper or card for the product to fully cure. For other materials such as wood, we recommend waiting 24 hours for full cure.

Blu Tack® performs best on non-porous surfaces e.g. painted surfaces, glass, metal etc. Do not use on recently decorated surfaces or absorbent, silk-screen printed or hand stencilled wallpaper.

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Our grey adhesive tack is often referred to as DIY Blu Tack® as it is perfect for use within the home, garage or workspace. It’s great for temporary repairs and quick fixes.

Blu Tack® Grey seamlessly blends into many household appliances, electrical devices, cables and car dashboards that have a dark surface colour.

Blu Tack® was originally white but consumer research at the time showed concerns that children may mistake it for chewing gum, so blue colouring was added, giving it its household name.

On some surfaces, after a long period of time, Blu Tack® can leave a slight oily mark. This can be removed using removers like citrus oils and lighter fuel but as per the guidance of the suppliers. Before using these products, we recommend you test on a small inconspicuous area.

Watch video for how to remove Blu Tack® stains

Bostik Glu Dots are acid and lignin-free and are non-toxic so they will not stain or leave a sticky residue behind when applied to fabric, walls or photos.