Adhesive that can securely glue metal, is reversible, and has a fine applicator?

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Hi there,I know abolute zero about DIY, but want to learn! :-)I am trying to find a multipurpose glue, and I am overwhelmed by thevastness of choice out there, both in terms of types of glue and theirprices.  So I am totally lost!I basically want some kind of small product super-glue, that cansecurely glue metal to fabric, plastic to bathroom porcelain, metal towood - you name it - I just want it for small repairs on basic homematerials, even my hair clips!  On top of that, I need to findsomething with a very fine applicator.I visited my local hardware shop, which is very small, and the guysold me a cheap Loctite product.  It was OK for paper and cloth, but Icould not apply it to anything less than an inch, as the width of gluecoming out of the tube was too much, a bit messy.Sorry if I sound clueless, but this is how I learn I suppose!Thanks,Jo

jim.arnold · Accepted Answer

you will not find a single glue that will stick everything to everything - after all if such a thing existed then there would only be one type of glue!

The art is choosing the right glue for the application - most DIYers will have at least half a dozen around including

1) PVA wood glue -the white stuff for wood 2) contact - paint it on to both surfaces allow to dry a bit and press togethereg evostik - its also the stuiff young kids sniff 3) cyanoacrylate superglue I suspect the loctite is one of these surprised it cannot be used in small amounts as these rely on a very thin film 4) epoxy - mix equal amounts form each tube and then apply - can fill gaps

then there is wallpaper paste, silcone glue that sets and sticks even if wet oh and good old Bostik no 1 and that just a quick look in my garage

Andy Dingley · Answer

No such animal (for "everything" and "good results").You need a range. Look here for starters.

Adhesive that can securely glue metal, is reversible, and has a fine applicator?

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