{"product_id":"alpha-a1879-water-resistant-woodworking-adhesive-5l","title":"Alpha A1879 Water Resistant Woodworking Adhesive 5L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlpha A1879 Water Resistant Woodworking Adhesive — 5L\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlpha A1879 is a high-performance, one-part cross-linking PVAc woodworking adhesive offering excellent water and heat resistance. A white, free-flowing creamy liquid that dries to a translucent film, it delivers fast bond strength development and very high final bond strength — making it ideal for both interior and exterior furniture and joinery applications. Conforms to \u003cstrong\u003eBS EN 204 D3\u003c\/strong\u003e specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended for continuous immersion in water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBS EN 204 D3 rated\u003c\/strong\u003e — certified water and heat resistant woodworking adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-part cross-linking system\u003c\/strong\u003e — no mixing required, ready to use straight from the container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast bond strength development\u003c\/strong\u003e — rapid initial grab with very high final bond strength (\u0026gt;1000 N shear strength on wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat resistant to 100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for hot press lamination processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile application\u003c\/strong\u003e — brush, roller, or machine application; suitable for fabrication and lamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy clean-up\u003c\/strong\u003e — wet adhesive cleans up with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18-month shelf life\u003c\/strong\u003e when stored correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White (liquid) \/ Clear (dried) | \u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5L Jerrycan | \u003cstrong\u003ePack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVAc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Solids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 49 ± 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViscosity (20°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,000 – 15,000 cP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity (20°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.04\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Joint Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instant to 10 minutes (dependent on materials, temperature \u0026amp; humidity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 100°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e +15°C to +35°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10 m² per litre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Shear Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;1000 N\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonding various types of wood — including oily timbers (pre-wipe with solvent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurniture manufacture and joinery fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamination — hot press and cold press processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMortice, tenon, and dowel joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplication Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFabrication\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure surfaces are dry, clean, and free from dust, oil, or grease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply adhesive by brush, roller, or machine to one surface. For mortice\/tenon\/dowel joints, apply into the hole so adhesive is carried into the joint on assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBond whilst adhesive is still wet. Clean surplus with a damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply light pressure by press, clamp, or jig. Setting time: 12–24 hours at low temperatures; shorter in warmer, drier conditions. Optimum bond strength develops in 7–10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore staining, sand areas adjoining adhesive lines to ensure uniform finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLamination\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a uniform coat (50–100 g\/m²) to one surface by roller coater or brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot Press:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 psi for 15–30 seconds at 100–110°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Press:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 psi for 30–60 minutes at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum bond strength and water resistance develop after 7–10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in original container with lid tightly secured, in dry conditions at 5°C–25°C. Shelf life: up to 18 months from date of manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical \u0026amp; Safety Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlpha A1879 is classified as non-hazardous according to Directive EC 1272\/2008. For full technical data and safety guidance, refer to the product documentation:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blum.org.uk\/pages\/technical-data-sheets\" title=\"Technical Data Sheet — Alpha A1879 Woodworking Adhesive\"\u003eTechnical Data Sheet (TDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blum.org.uk\/pages\/safety-data-sheets\" title=\"Safety Data Sheet — Alpha A1879 Woodworking Adhesive\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ALPHA ADHESIVES \u0026 SEALANTS LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62832701604189,"sku":"GLU015A","price":32.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/4100\/7453\/files\/GLU015A_90a9c0da-7a39-43f2-8557-a5687ae7558b.jpg?v=1781879045","url":"https:\/\/www.blum.org.uk\/products\/alpha-a1879-water-resistant-woodworking-adhesive-5l","provider":"Hart Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}