Super Glue

Super glue was first developed for use as a surgical tool for veterinarians to bond hide, bone and tortoise shell. It became popular as a fast-drying, super-strong glue in the 80s, branded as Krazy Glue.

About Super Glue

Super glue is a cyanoacrylate adhesive that quickly bonds plastic, rubbers and metal. It is often used to fix broken items. It is handy to keep in the home and car to make quick repairs of items since the glue dries in mere seconds.

Brands

Super glue is manufactured by many companies. Some brands include Loctite, Gorilla, Krazy Glue, Henkel, 3M and The Original Super Glue. Most brands come in a small container, usually under an ounce in weight that dispenses their glue by drops. Some will be in the form of gel and others will require a brush to apply.

Application Instructions

Always read manufacturer's instructions before using product

Prepare your work space by spreading newspaper or paper towels. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Unscrew cap while pointing away from face.

Apply glue to your item in the area you wish to adhere. Use sparingly, it’s pretty strong stuff!

Press together the pieces you plan to adhere and hold for ten seconds.

Release the pressure and check for hold. If it is not holding together reapply pressure.

Clean any excess glue from object using acetone and a Q-tip.

How to Remove Super Glue

On occasion (like me), you may get some glue in areas you do not wish it to be. It is not uncommon for people to glue their fingers together while attempting to glue an object together. Sometime people actually glue the objects to themselves while fixing them. First of all, DO NOT PANIC. It will usually come off with a little acetone. Acetone can be found in nail polish remover. All you need to do is soak some into a Q-tip and lightly rub the area on your skin where you have glue. The acetone will dissolve the glue. DO NOT RIP APART YOUR SKIN. Work slowly and patiently and let the acetone do its job. Use warm soapy water to help aid in the removal. If the glue is in a place where the acetone cannot reach or if you experience any burning, itching or rash please visit a doctor for assistance. Acetone will also work well on removing glue from other surfaces but check for any discoloration or damage by testing acetone in a small inconspicuous spot before treating area.

Sometimes, glue will be placed in areas where a doctor is needed to help remove it. One of these areas is the eye. It is a natural reflex for the eye to blink when something is coming toward it. If that something is glue then the eye may be glued shut. Paula Griffin mistook a bottle of nail glue (a form of super glue) for a bottle of eye drops. She dropped a couple of drops into her eye and immediately realized her mistake. Her eyes were sealed shut. Doctors cut off her eyelashes and opened her eyelids. If super glue lands in your eyes, around your mouth or is swallowed please see a physician immediately for assistance.

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