What Is E6000 Glue Used For?
- WAWAK Sewing Supplies
- Jun 13
- 4 min read
A popular adhesive among sewers and crafters, E6000 Industrial Adhesive is known for its superb strength and versatility. Whether you're gluing rhinestones to a costume or crafting with mixed materials, this reliable adhesive is up for the task! Not sure if E6000 is right for your projects? Read on to learn more about E6000 glue, how it's used for sewing and more. Ready to give it a try? Shop E6000 Glue at WAWAK to get started.
WHAT IS E6000 GLUE USED FOR?
What Is E6000 Glue?
E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive is a high-performance permanent glue known for its exceptional strength, flexible bonds and ability to adhere to a wide range of materials. It's designed to meet the needs of industrial use, but you don't have to work at an industrial level to use it—E6000 glue is a popular choice among sewers and crafters due to its unique properties.
E6000 glue forms a strong bond that remains very flexible even after it's fully cured. This is a great choice for those working with fabric, as the bonds will be able to move and stretch with the material without breaking. Once dried, E6000 is also waterproof, washer and dryer-safe, temperature-resistant and non-flammable. It adheres to almost any surface—glass, wood, plastic, tin, metal, ceramic, rubber, vinyl, leather, fabric and more—and won't crack or break under stress.
Types of E6000 Glue
The most popular E6000 glue is E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive—the adhesive we've been discussing in this post so far. However, E6000 glue is also available in several other forms for specific applications. All E6000 glues are designed to form strong, flexible bonds between a wide variety of materials, but there are a few differences between them. Let's take a look at the available styles:
The most popular E6000 glue, strong enough for industrial use. Versatile, flexible and adheres easily to most substrates, including glass, wood, plastic, tin, metal, ceramic, rubber, vinyl, leather, fabric and more.
E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive, plus three fine metal tips for detail work.
Performs very similarly to E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive, but is formulated for added UV resistance and reduced odor. Great for indoor and outdoor use.
Specially formulated for general fabric applications. Allows fabric to remain flexible even after washing and bonds permanently. Ideal for applying trim, lace, ribbon, appliqués and other materials to fabrics. Very low odor and acid-free.
E6000 glue with precision applicator tips ideal for jewelry materials like stones, gems, polymer clay, resin, glass, beads, wood and most types of jewelry metals. Perfect for jewelry making and repair.
Solvent-free spray adhesive ideal for sewing, crafts and hobbies. No harsh odor or fumes, photo safe, and great for materials like paper, wood, cardboard, photos, fabric, foam and more.
E6000 Glue Uses & Applications
So what is E6000 glue used for? In short, it's used for a wide variety of projects. From industrial applications to jewelry making, there's more that E6000 can do than it can't! In sewing, E6000 is commonly used when attaching non-fabric components (like rhinestones, hardware or accessories) to fabric, leather or another material. Here are a few examples of common ways sewers and crafters use E6000 glues:
Applying gems, sequins and rhinestones to fabric
Installing or repairing bag hardware
Securing eyelets, grommets, rivets and other hardware
Attaching trims, lace, ribbons, sewing tapes and Velcro to fabric or another material
Attaching plastic, metal, cardboard, glass or wooden components to fabric or another material
Costuming and cosplay
Crafts and mixed media projects
Jewelry making and repair
General household repairs
Chances are, if you need a strong, flexible permanent bond between two different types of materials, E6000 glue might be a good choice. However, there are a few materials you should avoid applying it to. Most E6000 adhesives are not recommended for paper products, polystyrene, polyethylene or polypropylene plastics, including Styrofoam. The exception is E6000 Spray Adhesive, which can safely be used on Styrofoam, paper products, foam plastics and more.
Ready to start your first project with E6000? Before you get going, a few things to keep in mind: first, some E6000 glues can emit a strong odor and harmful fumes. Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area and read the label thoroughly before use to craft safely! Second, always test your glue on a bit of scrap material before applying it to your project for best results. Still have questions? Check out the FAQs below or contact WAWAK's customer service team with any questions you might have.
Frequently Asked Questions About E6000 Glue
How Long Does E6000 Take To Dry?
E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive gets tacky in 2 minutes, begins setting in approximately 10 minutes and takes 24-72 hours to fully cure. Humidity and temperature may affect drying time.
Drying times vary for other E6000 glues; check your product's packaging for specific drying instructions.
Is E6000 Waterproof?
Yes! Once fully cured, E6000 glue is waterproof.
Does E6000 Work On Fabric?
Yes, all styles of E6000 glue are able to adhere to fabric.
How Do You Remove E6000?
Before it's fully dry, E6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive can be removed with acetone or citrus-based solvents. Cured adhesive may be removed by cutting or scraping.
