Titebond Wood Glue — Original, II, III & CA Adhesives

Titebond Wood Glues & Adhesives for Woodworking

Titebond is the most widely trusted name in wood glue for both professional cabinet shops and home woodworkers. The company's lineup covers every bonding need in the wood shop, from basic yellow glue joints to waterproof exterior assemblies and instant-bonding cyanoacrylate (CA) adhesives for repairs, inlays, and small-part assembly.

The Titebond family of PVA glues — Titebond Original, Titebond II Premium, and Titebond III Ultimate — gives woodworkers three levels of water resistance. Original is a shop favorite for indoor furniture and cabinetry. II Premium is FDA-approved for indirect food contact, making it the standard choice for cutting boards and kitchen items. III Ultimate is fully waterproof and suitable for outdoor projects.

Specialty Adhesives: Hide Glue & CA Sets

For traditional joinery and instrument making, Titebond Liquid Hide Glue provides the reversibility and creep resistance that PVA glues cannot. It remains open longer than hot hide glue and allows joints to be disassembled cleanly with steam or moisture. The 3-piece Titebond CA set bundles thin and thick CA with an activator spray for fast tack when time matters.

Pair your adhesives with a Titebond silicone glue brush for clean, even application and easy cleanup. Explore the full Infinity Tools collection for clamps, jigs, and additional shop supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Titebond Original, II, and III?

Titebond Original is a water-resistant PVA ideal for indoor furniture and general woodworking. Titebond II Premium is cross-linking PVA with higher water resistance and FDA approval for indirect food contact. Titebond III Ultimate is fully waterproof, passes the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance test, and is suited for outdoor use.

Is Titebond II safe for cutting boards?

Titebond II Premium is FDA-approved for indirect food contact, making it the standard choice for cutting boards, butcher blocks, and kitchen utensils where glue lines may contact food.

What is liquid hide glue and when should I use it instead of PVA?

Titebond Liquid Hide Glue is a reversible adhesive made from animal protein. It's preferred for antique restoration, musical instrument making, and traditional joinery where joints may need to be disassembled — steam or moisture can re-open hide glue joints cleanly, which is impossible with PVA.

How long should I clamp a Titebond glue joint before removing clamps?

Titebond recommends at least 30 minutes of clamp time for most PVA formulas under normal shop conditions, though full cure strength is typically reached after 24 hours. Temperature and wood moisture content affect open and set times.

What is CA glue activator and how does the Titebond CA set work?

The Titebond 3-piece CA set includes thin CA (for hairline cracks and tight joints), thick CA (for gap-filling and loose joints), and an accelerator spray that initiates an immediate cure when misted over a CA-coated joint, eliminating the wait for atmospheric moisture to trigger the bond.

Can Titebond III be used for outdoor furniture or exterior joinery?

Yes. Titebond III Ultimate passes the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance specification, making it appropriate for outdoor furniture, boat building, and any application with prolonged water exposure. It should not be used below 47°F (8°C).

Does Infinity Tools offer free shipping on glue orders?

Infinity Tools offers free shipping on most orders meeting the qualifying threshold. See the shipping policies page for current thresholds and any applicable exclusions.

Why use a silicone glue brush instead of a foam brush for applying wood glue?

The Titebond silicone glue brush is non-stick and easy to clean — dried PVA peels off silicone rather than bonding to it permanently the way it does with foam or bristle brushes. This makes it reusable across many projects.

What is the shelf life of Titebond wood glue?

Titebond PVA glues generally have a shelf life of one to two years from the manufacture date when stored at room temperature and kept from freezing. Glue that has thickened significantly, developed a sour smell, or will not re-emulsify with stirring should be replaced.

Where can I learn about glue selection and wood joinery techniques?

The Infinity Tools Learn blog covers adhesive selection, clamping strategies, and joinery methods across a wide range of woodworking applications.

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