Hot Glue

Recently, hot glue became popular among hobbyists and creatives and professional craftsmen. A glue gun is used by anyone who wants to quickly and reliably bond two items.

A glue gun is a useful tool that can be described as a precise and safe dispenser of melted glue. The dispenser can vary in size and is most often shaped like a gun with a T-shaped handle, but it can also come in the form of a stable pen.

In the glue gun, hot glue sticks of various diameters are inserted. After connecting the glue gun to power, a part of the glue stick melts due to high temperature, and by pressing the trigger, it is pushed through a nozzle and the glue is applied to surfaces.

For creating and decorating handmade paper crafts, models, or small ornaments, you will need a smaller and less powerful glue gun.

As we mentioned earlier, the hot glue gun is an “intelligent” dispenser of efficient glue that creates strong, fast-setting bonds. Take advantage of this tool for various home repairs or creative projects.

With just the right amount of melted glue, you can easily bond paper, wood, leather, ceramics, and porcelain, as well as plastic, metal, glass, and various combinations of materials. By using a hot glue gun, you can not only bond items to walls but also create decorative textures and reliefs from colored plastic glue sticks.

The glue gun can dispense small drops for point bonding, or you can apply the melted glue to large areas. When applied hot, the glue bonds the material within seconds.

There are at least several dozen types of glue guns for different glue sticks on the market. The choice of glue sticks should be adapted to the selected type of glue gun.

Glue sticks are inserted into the back of the gun, and due to their various sizes and lengths, it is necessary to know the type of glue gun and the required stick size before purchasing. You can buy individual sticks or economical packs of ten.

Colored glue sticks and decorative-effect sticks are mostly used for decoration. For example, an interesting combination with glass is strong and visually striking. Don’t worry that your creation will peel or wash off if you use decorative glue sticks for decorating pots or other items that will be exposed to outdoor conditions.

Glue sticks differ in material composition, and for your glue gun, you can choose based on the required strength or thermal resistance of the bond. You can also choose between materials that provide permanent bonds or ones that can be disassembled.

Additionally, you can select materials based on the thermal resistance of the bond. In extreme cases, the bond must withstand a temperature no higher than the melting point of the glue stick. Otherwise, the bond will break down when heated.

Standard hot glue sticks have a milky white color when cooled, set quickly, and can be worked or sanded after hardening. Different nozzle sizes allow for the application of fine lines of glue. Apply larger quantities of adhesive to provide a strong and stable filling of gaps or cracks. Hot glue sticks are available in two main diameters, 7 mm and 11 mm.

How to Work with a Hot Glue Gun?

Insert the glue stick into the gun before you start. A new stick is inserted before the previous one is fully used. Once the gun is plugged in, wait a few minutes for the gun and the material in the nozzle to heat up and melt.

The glue gun is ready for use when the trigger moves the glue stick forward and dispenses glue. Some guns may have a light indicator to signal readiness. Additionally, some glue guns allow you to switch between heating modes, depending on the use.

Over time, you’ll gain the skill to know which temperature is best for point bonds, decorative lines, or larger surfaces.

5 Clever Glue Gun Tricks

• Make your slippers non-slip: If your slippers don’t have any tread, they can be dangerous on slippery floors. Add a few drops of hot glue to the soles to prevent slipping.
• Non-slip rug: If your rug slides around, apply hot glue to the edges to keep it in place.
• Non-slip hangers: If clothes keep slipping off your hangers, apply a few lines of hot glue to create a non-slip surface.
• Decorate vases and jars: Use hot glue to create designs on glassware, then paint over it for a decorative finish.
• Seal bath toys: Hot glue can be used to seal holes in bath toys to prevent water from getting trapped inside.

Types of Hot Glue Guns and Sticks from EM ART

• Glue stick 7 x 100 mm
• Glue stick 10 x 200 mm
• Hot melt glue
• Small glue gun with switch
• Large glue gun with switch
• Extra quality glue stick 7 x 300 mm
• Silicone melting pot

Price Range for Hot Glue Guns and Sticks

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