A adhesive is a product that bonds two surfaces together, there is two main types of adhesives and they are permanent and non permanent.
When you are working with a surface that will need a permanent bond the types of adhesive you will want are:
- Super Glue - very powerful type of glue that is water resistant and will nond most non porous surfaces including skin, so use caution.
- Epoxy - this consists of two liquids, one is the resin and the other is a hardner, combined they create a permanent bond - epoxy holds it form so it can be cut or sanded after it's cured.
- Adhesive Tape - roll of tape which is placed between both surfaces to bond together - great for photos and scrapbooking.
- Plastic Adhesive - this is just what it sounds like and adhesive that works best in bonding plastic items together.
Other types of adhesives you may find yourself working with are:
- Glue - this is your plain old everyday type of glue, just like you used in school. Great for crafty projects.
- Hot Adhesives - or melt adhesives, this type is usually applied with a hot glue gun, also good for craft projects.
- Contact Cement - this is highly flammable and is used to glue two non porous materials.
Whatever your project is there is a perfect adhesive for it, make sure to read all the manufactures instructions and cautions before starting.
