Product Facts
- Product Name
- Selleys Aquadhere Exterior Wood Glue
- Availability
- In Stock
- Condition
- New
- Category
- Home & Garden > Adhesives & Glues
- Seller
- Selleys
Selleys Aquadhere Exterior Wood Glue
Get a weatherproof adhesive for your outdoor woodworking projects with Selleys Aquadhere Exterior. Perfect for decks, fences, and more. Bonds stronger than most woods, weather resistant, dries clear with slight yellow tint. Easy water clean-up. Suitable for softwoods, hardwoods, MDF, plywood, particleboard, and chipboard. Maximum strength reached in approximately 24 hours.
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| Colour | Off-white (dries clear/yellow tint) |
|---|---|
| Coverage | 1 L covers approx. 5 m² |
| Technology | PVA (D3 exterior-grade) |
| Limitations | Not waterproof for immersion. Not suitable for coated/vinyl wallpapers. Not structural. Will not accept stain without sanding. |
| Directions for Use | 1. Ensure joints are close-fitting and clean. 2. Apply liberally to one surface. 3. Clamp 30 min (softwood) to 1 hr (hardwood). 4. Do not stress for 24 hours. |
| Suitable Substrates | Softwoods Hardwoods MDF Plywood Particleboard Chipboard |
| Maximum Strength Time | ~24 hours |
Product Intelligence
Selleys Aquadhere Exterior: Technical Details, Specifications, and Features
Product Overview
Selleys Aquadhere Exterior is an industrial-grade polyaliphatic cross-linking PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) adhesive specially developed for professional woodworkers and craftsmen. This exterior wood glue produces bonds stronger than most woods and features weatherproof properties, making it excellent for outdoor woodworking projects.
Key Features
- Excellent performance properties for both repairs and building projects
- Weather resistant - suitable for exterior use in non-structural applications
- Non-toxic formulation
- Easy clean-up with water before curing
- Superior bond strength - bonds stronger than most woods
- Chisellable, routable, and turnable once cured
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol) |
| Colour | Off-white, dries clear with yellow tinge |
| Coverage | Approximately 5 m²/L |
| pH | 2-3 |
| Viscosity | 2000-3500 cP |
| Clamp Time - Softwoods | 30 minutes |
| Clamp Time - Hardwoods | 1 hour |
| Maximum Bond Time | 24 hours |
| Full Strength Development | 24 hours (longer in cold, damp conditions or with dense timbers) |
Compatible Materials
Aquadhere Exterior can effectively bond the following wood and wood-based materials:
- Softwoods (requires 30 minutes clamp time)
- Hardwoods (requires 1 hour clamp time)
- Plywood
- Particleboard
- Chipboard
- MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard)
Ideal Woodworking Applications
Aquadhere Exterior is ideal for the following woodworking techniques and projects:
- Dowelling - using wooden dowels to join pieces
- Joinery - joining wood pieces together
- Laminating - bonding multiple layers of material
- Veneering - applying thin wood layers to surfaces
- Cabinet and furniture making
Available Packaging Sizes
| Packaging Type | Size |
|---|---|
| Bottle | 250mL |
| Bottle | 500mL |
| Bottle | 1L |
| Bottle | 4L |
Surface Preparation and Application Guide
Preparation Steps
- Surfaces to be bonded must be close-fitting, dry, and clean
- Shake bottle before use
- Apply adhesive liberally to one surface only
- Clamp appropriately - 30 minutes for softwoods; 1 hour for hardwoods
- Do not stress the joint for 24 hours
- Wipe off excess adhesive with a damp cloth while still wet
Key Application Tips
- Fill small gaps by mixing Aquadhere Exterior with sawdust
- Longer clamping times may be required for joints under high stress
- Ensure surfaces are dry before applying the product
- Maximum strength is attained in 24 hours, but may take longer in cold, damp conditions or with dense timbers
Cleanup and Maintenance
- Uncured product may be removed with water
- Cured product can be sanded or scraped
Product Limitations
- Not recommended for joints subjected to constant high stress
- Avoid contamination with iron and steel (e.g., nails) as this causes brown/black staining
- Will stain with brown/black colour if contaminated with rust (iron oxide) or in the presence of tannins in many woods
- Not suitable for below waterline applications or continuous submersion
Safety and Hazard Classification
Based on Safe Work Australia GHS 7 criteria, Selleys Aquadhere Exterior is not classified as hazardous when handled according to product guidelines and safety data sheet instructions.
Storage and Transportation
- Not classified as Dangerous Goods by Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail
- Not classified as Dangerous Goods under New Zealand NZS5433: Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land
- Not classified as Dangerous Goods under International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
References
- [1] SELLEYS_AQUADHERE_EXTERIOR-AUS_GHS.pdf
- [4] selleys-aquadhere-exterior-tds.pdf