Aleene's Rapid Dry Mixed-Media Adhesive is the perfect adhesive for your mixed media projects! It’s incredibly fast drying formula grabs items instantly, sets in just minutes, and dries clear with a super strong hold. This all-purpose adhesive works on almost any surface, from heavy-duty metal and stone to lightweight photo and paper crafts! Acid and lignin free. Features 1 (1.5 fl. oz.) tube of Aleene’s Rapid Dry Mixed-Media Adhesive.
Always test for best results.
Dry time will depend on how much glue was used and the temperature and humidity level in your area. A general dry time estimate for this glue is 7-8 minutes based on testing with a 3-millimeter coating at 70-73 degrees Fahrenheit. Thicker applications will dry at a slower rate.
H3.63 x L 7.13 x W 1.2
Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 8 reviews.
Review topics: ["glue"].
"I love this glue. It dries fast, but not so far you don’t have time to work with it. I have used it with leather and fabric. Test it on the fabric to make sure it doesn’t stain through."
— Beth C. (5/5)
"Easy to use"
— Shelly H. (5/5)
"I hate leaving bad reviews. I absolutely love Aleenes glues and will continue to use them, just not this one glue in particular. It gels up immediately upon leaving the tube and leaves strings on everything no matter how you apply it. It has very strong fumes, and it actually takes longer than Aleenes other super glues to dry hard. Again, I love this brand. So I strongly suggest you use Aleenes gel super glue instead of the rapid dry. Aleenes metal and jewelry super glue is fantastic as well. I’m not trying to leave a bad review, rather I’m just trying to help others know what glues to use instead of this one."
— Emy C. (1/5)
"works very well."
— martin a. (5/5)
"This glue is perfect for my crafting!!"
— Virginia K. (5/5)
"I have been using Alene's glue for years for crafts and repairs around the house. They have a glue for every job. I just received my order from them, and I have already put the various types to work."
— antoinette h. (5/5)
"I create three-dimensional pieces from computer and other electronic parts. I’ve tried many glues and find Rapid Dry the best. I use it to put together metal, plastic, and. wood. The glue works great on all the materials."
— Harriet S. (5/5)
"Works great"
— Calvin N. (5/5)
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