Wondering how to glue glass to wood? We’ll show you how! Check out our guide on working with wood and glass, and learn everything you need to know.
There are several cool household DIY projects involving glass and wood that are simple to pull off with the right adhesive. Here’s a run-down of various undertakings:
- wood and glass tabletop
- framed glass picture frames / shadow box frames
- wall art display box
- wood and glass cabinet doors
- candle holders
- planters
- serving trays
- stained glass on wood mosaic art
- jewelry, hair accessories, etc…
Ready to learn how to glue glass to wood? With the right adhesive, your project will be a success
Gluing glass to wood can be tricky because you’re working with both nonporous and porous surfaces. Still, you can glue glass to wood with the right adhesive.
Before selecting a glue, take note of the features you’re looking for. Where will your project be placed, indoor or out? Will it be exposed to water or fluctuating temperatures? Does the adhesive need to dry clear? Do you need a rigid or flexible bond?
Zeroing in on your needs helps you select the most appropriate adhesive for the project.
You can make a beautiful cabinet with a glass door and wooden knob yourself in just a few steps
To glue glass to wood on small to medium projects like picture frames, figurines, wall art, planters, or home accessories, reach for Pattex Extreme Repair All Purpose Glue. This multipurpose adhesive dries clear, is flexible, waterproof, UV resistant and suitable for a number of different materials. It has a temperature range of -50° C to 80° C, plus it’s shock-resistant.
For more demanding projects like furniture or large garden decorations, use Pattex Power Epoxy to attach glass to wood. This powerhouse adhesive forms a tough rigid bond on wood, glass, and much more. It’s gap-filling, dries clear, and sets in 5 minutes with a full cure time of 24 hours. The epoxy is resistant to water, humidity, most solvents, and can be sanded and drilled.
Getting ready to glue is simple! All you need is an adhesive, painters tape and a clamp.
Here's how to adhere glass to wood using Pattex Extreme Repair All Purpose Glue.
- Clean and dry the surfaces. Remove old adhesive or paint coats, if necessary.
- Protect adjoining areas with painters tape, if necessary.
- Open the adhesive and apply a conservative amount to one surface. Single sided application is usually sufficient, but the amount of adhesive you need depends on the absorbency of the wood surface. Keep an eye on the rate of absorbency when applying to wood and add more if necessary.
- Join the parts and secure them with a clamp or painters tape for 30 minutes to allow the adhesive to set.
It’s that simple! No-fuss application, completed in no time!
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