BLU TACK®

Bostik Blu Tack Original is a reusable adhesive for everyday fixing, holding and decorating tasks. This permanently plastic and pliable sticky tack can be used on non-porous surfaces such as painted surfaces, glass, metal and vinyl coated wallpaper. Use it to hold posters, cards, photos, decorations, maps and other lightweight items around the home, office, school or workshop.

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75g
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Features & Benefits

Bostik Blu Tack Original is a reusable multi-purpose adhesive tack that stays permanently plastic and pliable for repeated use. The adhesive is permanently elastic and pliable for repeated use. Blu Tack is non-toxic, non-flammable, latex-free and suitable for family use. It is supplied in easy-to-use putty strips and is designed for lightweight fixing, positioning, holding and decorating tasks on compatible non-porous surfaces.

Surface Compatibility

Bostik Blu Tack Original is recommended for use on non-porous surfaces such as vinyl coated wallpaper, painted surfaces, glass and metal. For best results, surfaces should be clean and dry before applying the glue tack. Painted plaster should be treated with care, as the adhesive strength may cause paint to come away from the wall during removal.

Smart advantages

Permanently plastic and pliable

Reusable

Australian made Non-toxic, suitable for the family

Blu Tack® is also available in a 5 colour pack - pink, green, blue, yellow & orange

Tested in accordance to AS/NZS ISO 8124:2012 (Safety of Toys – Part 3: Migration of certain elements) It’s free from food ingredients such as wheat, gluten, flour, eggs or nut products, and starch derived from corn

Documents & Resources

Bostik DIY Philippines Decorate - Blu Tack Original Technical Data Sheet (2.68 MB)

Technical Data Sheet

Bostik DIY Philippines Decorate - Blu Tack Original Safety Data Sheet (673.47 KB)

Safety Data Sheet

How to use

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.

  1. Pull off a piece of Blu Tack® and activate it by pulling and stretching
  2. Roll into a ball, place between the two surfaces and press firmly

Applications

This sticky tack can be used to hold up posters, cards, children’s paintings, certificates, party decorations, maps and messages. It can also help keep lightweight items in place, such as photos in albums, ornaments on shelves, screws on screwdrivers, model parts during painting or gluing, and picture frames. It may also be used to store small items, support floral arrangements, lift fluff or dust from hard-to-reach areas, and block light breezes as a putty.

Limitations

Do not use this adhesive tack on absorbent wallpaper, silk screen printed wallpaper, hand stencilled wallpaper or porous brickwork. It is not suitable for supporting heavy objects; according to the TDS, 0.5g holds 105g of load. Adhesive properties may increase over time, so take extra care when removing after several months. On some surfaces, long-term use may leave a slight oily mark, so always test on a small hidden area first.

How to remove

  1. Remove Blu Tack® by rolling it carefully off of the surface. It can then be used again and again.
  2. Any remaining shreds can be removed by gently rolling the adhesive tack on the wall or dabbing a new blob of Blu Tack® over the surfaces.

The adhesive properties of Bostik Blu Tack® increase over time, so take extra care when removing it after a period of months.

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FAQs

Can you buy Blu Tack® in different colours?

Blu Tack® is also available in a 5 colour pack - pink, green, blue, yellow & orange. It is also available in its original color of blue.

How much weight can Blu Tack® hold?

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

Is swallowing Blu Tack® dangerous?

Blu Tack® is a non-toxic, non-harmful substance and will not cause any problems if swallowed, only mild discomfort. If any discomfort experienced continues, we recommend seeking medical advice.

What age range is Blu Tack® suitable for?

Blu Tack® is great for both children and adults, however we advise not giving it to children under the age of three.

What surfaces can Blu Tack® stick to?

Blu Tack® can be used on non-porous surfaces such as glass, metal and plastic, as well as painted surfaces and vinyl coated wallpaper.

When will Blu Tack® stick best?

Surfaces must be clean and dry, and free from grease or loose materials to work best. If a room or surface conditions are too hot (over 70°C), Blu Tack® will soften and become more difficult to secure items in place.

Where is best place to store Blu Tack®?

Pop it in a tightly closed container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated location.

Will Blu Tack® leave a stain?

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 desolvers, but as per the guidance of the suppliers. Before using these products, we recommend you test on a small inconspicuous area.

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