#PVA glue

[conservethis]

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Can’t explain why, but yes, I want some glue

[roskapanda]

Random pics of bookbinding that I was able to find on my computer.

Also, most western sources of bookbinding or conservation use wheat starch paste but as a Finnish person, I haven't found and I don't think you can find wheat starch easily in here, since we take celiacs pretty seriously here (lmao it's the excuse, we just love the potato)

So we have maize starch, potato starch, and oat starch available in general. Rice starch is the best one tho since it's available from any asian grocery store. I haven't done any tests on the Finn available starches but grain based starches seem to be the best from what I've read, so potato starch can go and fuck off.

And while I haven't seen any comparisons between wheat and rice starch, I think using either one is fine. The only scientific comparisons I've seen are between oats, potato, etc. but wheat is just the most common in west, while rice starch is most common in east so I think they're both just good. It's just that rice starch is more available in some western countries.

Also, I have used a mix of starch glue and PVA on so while I could write an essay or two about what glues to use, with half it it being questions about WHAT, HOW?? this is always somewhat regional and throwing around brand names is useless. This is something that books about book binding won't usually tell you, but they're just not fucking localized and it matters A LOT.

PVA is a huge category of glues and they do work, since as synthetic glues they can be... elastic? Like, they don't dry stiff. But also, they don't all perform the same. Like in Finland we tend to say to beginners that EriKeeper works, and in US I know that Elmer's Glue is not the same, but it's also the one that works for this purpose and is the basic glue that you can use.

Both Elmer's and EriKeeper are just as bad on the long run but they also both work really well for beginner projects and for someone, who just wants to bind a couple of books for family use, they're both ADEQUATELY GOOD.

So anygays, I forgot if I had a point here, other than you can use what the fuck glue want, as long as it's not potato starch, and it's in the PVA family, I guess.

[arctic-hands]

I know i have some bookbinding moots so assemble please I have a question about Lineco/Books By Hand PVA glue. I couldn't find my Elmer's Glue All to make "lead came" out of PVA and black acrylic paint for faux stained glass, so I dipped into the BBH. It worked well, mixed well with the Apple Barrel paint and was applied out of a tiny squeeze bottle. Only I left it to dry overnight and while it solidified, it's extremely sticky/tacky to the touch.

I know bookbinding PVA is supposed to stay flexible, but seeing as every time I use it it's being covered by paper, board, or leather, I have no idea if it stays sticky or not or if I just need to wait longer.

I was going to use Mod Podge to mix with the other colors to make the stained glass effect, would coating the "came" with just it cover the stickiness or will it interact weirdly? I'm worried if I display the suncatcher and it's tacky forever it'll just collect dust and bugs. Would hate to have to start over with another glue, I only had one small squeeze bottle and it hurt my wrist and fingers to do it anyway

Project tax. Those of you who have been following me for over 5 years will recognize this fluffy face:

[Image Description: a small, phonescree -sized piece of glass laying on top of a color pencil sketch of the face of a shaggy dog with fur in brown, tan, and white. He has his tongue out, and has a circle of gold around him with a sky blue background. The linework of the sketch underneath the glass has been gone over on the glass with thick, 3D lines of black paint reminiscent of the lines of real stained glass. End I.D]

[rachelkeaveney]

Friday 17th January, Today I used sheets of acetate to apply pva on top which will be dried for monday for further exploration of materials I also used alcohol markers underneath to see if it will transfer. I made a charcoal drawing of a primary source with the rest of my time.

[cintholblogs]

What are the Common Applications of PVA Adhesive Across Various Industries?

Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) is a versatile, reliable, and indispensable solution across industries. Commonly known as white glue or wood glue, PVA is well-known for its strength, non-toxic nature, and ease of use. 

From construction to crafts, its applications are vast, providing professionals with a strong, adaptable bonding agent. In this post, we shall explore the key industries where PVA glue plays a key role, offering insights into how it enhances processes and delivers superior results.

What is PVA Adhesive?

Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) is a water-based thermoplastic adhesive known for its quick-drying properties and ability to bond a wide variety of materials. Its non-toxic composition makes it safe for use in industrial and consumer settings, while its strength ensures a lasting bond. This combination of safety, strength, and versatility has made PVA glue a go-to solution in numerous sectors.

Key Applications of PVA Adhesive Across Industries

1. Woodworking and Carpentry

In the world of woodworking and carpentry, PVA adhesive is a staple. Its ability to form strong, durable, and flexible bonds makes it an excellent choice for furniture assembly and joinery. Whether assembling cabinets or constructing detailed woodwork, contractors rely on PVA for its seamless bonding capabilities. One of the main advantages is its flexibility, allowing wood joints to remain strong even with changes in temperature and humidity, ensuring that projects stand the test of time.

Furniture Assembly: PVA glue strength is an important factor when it comes to assembling furniture. It provides a clean finish without compromising the durability of the structure. One of the best ranges of wood PVA glue is the Astral Bondtite adhesives made especially for woodworking projects. 

Joinery and Cabinet Making: PVA adhesive ensures precision bonding, which is essential for detailed, aesthetically pleasing pieces. Its clear-drying nature also maintains the integrity of the design, making it perfect for high-end carpentry work.

2. Paper and Packaging

PVA glue is extensively used in the paper industry, particularly in bookbinding and packaging. Its strong bonding properties ensure that pages remain securely bound in books, while its quick-drying ability speeds up production processes.

Bookbinding: PVA adhesive keeps pages bound firmly, extending the longevity of books and ensuring a smooth production process.

Envelope Production: PVA is the adhesive of choice for sealing envelopes. Its non-toxic nature makes it safe for handling, while its strong bond ensures envelopes remain securely closed.

Laminating and Carton Sealing: PVA glue’s versatility allows it to bond with various paper types, providing a secure closure that is resistant to tearing is an essential factor in packaging.

3. Textile Industry

In textiles, PVA adhesive serves as a vital tool in processes like yarn sizing and fabric finishing. By reinforcing yarns during weaving, PVA reduces breakage and enhances productivity. It also strengthens fabrics, making them more durable and suitable for a wide range of uses.

Yarn Sizing: PVA's application as a sizing agent improves the strength of yarns during weaving, minimising breakages and enhancing the overall quality of the textiles.

Fabric Finishes: When used in fabric finishes, PVA glue increases the material's durability, ensuring textiles withstand wear and tear, whether in clothing or upholstery.

4. Construction

The construction industry heavily relies on PVA glue for bonding and priming purposes. Its versatility allows it to be used as a concrete bonding agent, enhancing the adhesion between new and existing concrete layers. Additionally, PVA is used as a primer for plastering, improving the bond between plaster and substrates.

Concrete Bonding: PVA’s ability to enhance adhesion between layers of concrete is especially useful in repair and renovation projects, ensuring a cohesive and durable structure.

Plaster Priming: Applying PVA as a primer ensures plaster sticks properly to surfaces, reducing the risk of cracks and delivering a smooth finish.

5. Arts and Crafts

For arts and crafts, PVA adhesive is a must-have. Its ability to bond with paper, cardboard, and other materials makes it perfect for a wide variety of artistic projects.

Paper and Cardboard Projects: Whether it’s creating intricate paper models or durable cardboard displays, PVA glue offers a strong, reliable bond for artistic endeavours.

Decoupage and Collage: The clear-drying nature of PVA makes it ideal for decoupage and collage work, allowing artists to layer materials without obscuring details.

6. Automotive Industry

In the automotive industry, PVA adhesive is used for laminating car interiors and bonding fabrics. Its strength ensures materials stay in place even under constant use, contributing to the durability and aesthetic appeal of vehicle interiors.

Interior Laminating: PVA provides a strong bond between fabrics and foam, ensuring that vehicle interiors remain durable and visually appealing.

Fabric Bonding: The adhesive’s ability to withstand the daily wear and tear of automotive interiors makes it a preferred choice among manufacturers.

PVA glue is truly an excellent choice for its ability to adapt to different materials and conditions making it indispensable across construction, textiles, automotive, and more. If you are looking for more such professional adhesives for all industries, you should check out Astral Adhesives' extensive selection made for various applications. 

For professionals in any field or even homeowners, understanding the versatility and benefits of PVA adhesive can help utilise the glue for greater efficiency and improved project outcomes.

[bestadhesives]

Wood glue, such as PVA (Polyvinyl Acetate) glue, is generally strong enough for most furniture-making applications when used correctly. Here are some considerations

[mannequinswithkillappeal]

so this is the majority of what I had in my drafts from last may (procrastination whomst?) aside from a few, I've seen most of them on twitter since then. enjoy this collage.

individual least-terrible ones:

[mcaelius]

hi jase!! any recs to learn about caelius? i love the few things i know about him and i need More

hello!!!! yes i Do have recs :-]  however first of all

i am not a classicist and haven't studied him / that time period in any sort of detail academically, so if i recommend an outdated text / miss something really obvious then please more knowledgeable mutuals correct meeee

ANYWAY:

wrt primary sources, all the letters from book 8 of ad familiares were written by him (cicero’s replies can be found in book 2) which are like. thee most important to read i would say

the pro caelio of course . i would also say r g austin’s third edition introduction to it is pretty good for more general overviews of Stuff, though it’s from the sixties so. take it critically

there are small little mentions/anecdotes about him around - seneca mentions him in de ira, he gets a little bit of valerius maximus, there's a tiny section on him in cassius dio and caesar mentions him briefly in his bellum civile

pliny mentions him also when talking about aconite which is how we know about the whole 'accusing bestia of being a serial killer who fingered his wives to death' thing (paraphrasing)

the only surviving fragments of his oratory (to my knowledge) are in quintilian! awesome sexy in hybridam fragment save me

catullus & his world by t p wiseman has a section on caelius which is Really Good .

and also like. catullus in general . read catullus 🫵

another older text is cicero and his friends by gaston boissier - again this is from like the 1800s so a lot of stuff is outdated (esp wrt catullus.? if i remember right. i also remember him being really mean about ovid for no reason :[ ) but you know. awesome and cool. corrupting intercourse etc etc

the only full length biography of him is by marina volponi - i have a pdf (thanks lu!) that i can send you if you’d like, though it is in italian 

this which i found like yesterday . i don't agree with a lot of what it says about caelius esp regarding his later life but it's really fucking funny sometimes??

comedy in the pro caelio 👍

these articles are all pretty good - i used to have a Hoard with many more but i've since lost it. wails.

(probably not what you were asking about but still - wrt historical fiction, the key / the lock / the door in the wall by benita jane karo are all caelius-y (the key + the door in the wall from his perspective) and fun, if not super accurate. attis of course. the cicero trilogy. he shows up like two whole times in masters of rome </3 and i haven't read it but i've heard roma sub rosa has a good caelius in !)

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. hope that was at least a little bit helpful!

[unusual-ly]

Step 1 of making Nibbly’s lollipop for my cosplay!

[aelinfireheartgalathynius]

I've been doing some book binding for fun lately and I rebound a thrifted paperback of Fire by Kristin Cashore today so enjoy some photos bc I'm obsessed with this fabric:

[stijlw]

i'm re-covering a guitar amp with forest green leathercloth, maybe i'll post a picture of it. been going well so far despite my deliberately using only the shoddy materials i have easily on hand. it's a small peavey practice amp that i bought when i was 14 or so when town was full of pawn/cash4gold shops. don't think there are actually any around currently. sort of an economic downturn type business.

[alienssstufff]

what kinda job do you have? you dont need to answer if you dont wanna but i was curious cuz it sounds art related!

Ohhhhh nah the materials thing is for a uni project - my day job got nothing to do with art u_u

[astralpenguin]

yes the notebook i just made that's intended as a christmas present for my brother is objectively kinda shitty and the back cover doesn't fully line up properly but fuck it! fuck it!!! he's not gonna care and is probably just gonna be like wow you made this? before putting it in his room and forgetting about it forever lmao

[feral-soup]

I bought a Polymer Chemestry [For Children]™ from the craft store. Then I put it in silly little containers I had leftover from an unrealized art project

And of course I pointed my blacklight flashlight at it when I was done

The blue slime glows in the dark and the green slime is fluorescent as fuck

[thedissociatives]

only just know realising how desperately i need to replace the blade on my craft knife

[krawdad]

Ah I've been out cheaped I hadn't considered making my own plywood out of popsicle sticks