A Guide to Gorilla Glue: Adhesives, Tapes & Repair Products
Gloria Langat·
Get to know the Gorilla range of adhesives, tapes, epoxy and super glues, with practical guidance on which product is best suited to different materials, repairs and applications.
The Gorilla Glue range includes adhesives, tapes and repair products designed for a wide variety of DIY, maintenance and construction tasks. With options suitable for materials such as wood, metal, stone, ceramics, glass and selected plastics, the range covers everything from everyday repairs to more demanding bonding applications.
From the original Gorilla Glue and specialist wood adhesives to heavy-duty tapes, epoxy and super glue, each product is designed for a different type of repair or material. In this guide, we’ll look at some of the Gorilla Glue products available at MTN SHOP, what they’re designed for and how to choose the right option for your project.
Gorilla Adhesives
Gorilla offers a range of adhesives designed for different materials, applications and working requirements. From polyurethane glue for strong multi-surface bonding to clear adhesive for neater repairs and PVA wood glue for timber projects, choosing the right formula depends on the materials being joined and the conditions the bond will be exposed to.
Below, we’ll look at some of the Gorilla adhesives available at MTN SHOP and what each one is best suited for.
Gorilla Polyurethane Glue
With an open working time of 20 minutes, the Gorilla Polyurethane Glue is incredibly strong and can bond to all types of woods, including pressure treated wood. This glue can additionally bond to stone, metal, ceramics, foam, glass, leather and, one dried, can be sanded, stained, painted or varnished. Due to its foaming action, this glue provides up to 3 times the coverage of other glues.
Non-foaming, flexible and fast setting, the Gorilla Glue Clear is a crystal-clear contact adhesive that creates a strong permanent bond while also offering extended working time for repositioning work if required. This water-resistant glue is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use on materials including wood, stone, metal, ceramic, foam and glass.
The Gorilla PVA Wood Glue is a non-toxic water based solvent free polyvinyl acetate (PVA) glue suitable for use both indoors and outdoors. Requiring just 20 – 30 minutes clamp time and fully cured in 24 hours, this glue can be used on hard woods, softwoods and wood composites, drying with a natural finish.
Gorilla Tapes are designed for strong, durable repairs across a range of indoor and outdoor applications. The range includes clear repair tape, heavy-duty all-weather tape and waterproof patching tape, with options suited to smooth, rough and uneven surfaces as well as jobs where resistance to moisture, UV and changing temperatures is important.
From everyday repairs to sealing cracks, gaps and tears, the different Gorilla Tape options allow you to choose a product based on the surface, environment and level of durability required.
Gorilla Tape ® Crystal Clear
Gorilla Tape® Crystal Clear is the ideal solution for almost any project indoors or out. Featuring an extra thick adhesive layer and tough ultra-clear backing that won’t yellow, this tape will fix, repair and hold on smooth, rough or uneven surfaces. Weatherproof, UV and temperature resistant, this tape is suitable for many uses including leather seat cushions, tarps, awnings and plastic repair.
Gorilla Tape® Tough & Wide is a double thick adhesive ideal for sticking rough, porous and imperfect surfaces. With strong, high-fibre count cloth reinforced backing, this tape gives high strength while still being ripped easily by hand. A tough all-weather shell also provides a tighter barrier against moisture and higher UV qualities.
Ideal for patching holes, cracks, gaps and tears, the Gorilla Waterproof Patch & Seal Tape provides a strong and permanent bond that instantly stops leaks. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use on plastic, wood, glass, aluminium, steel, vinyl and PVC.
Gorilla’s epoxy and super glue products are designed for fast, strong repairs where precision and bonding strength are important. The range includes two-part epoxy for filling gaps and bonding uneven surfaces, alongside quick-setting super glues for smaller repairs and more controlled applications.
With options including 5-minute epoxy, brush-and-nozzle super glue and standard super glue, you can choose the format that best suits the size, surface and type of repair.
Gorilla 5 Min 2-Part Epoxy Syringe 25ml
The Gorilla Glue 5 Min 2-Part Epoxy Syringe fills voids and bonds on uneven and vertical surfaces with a 5-minute set time, allowing for repositioning. Its impact-tough formula allows the epoxy to withstand moderate exposure to water and will not break down from exposure to common solvents. With low VOC and non-toxic properties once cured, it is safe for everyday handling.
The Gorilla Super Glue features a precision tip nozzle for quick and easy dispensing. Drying in just 10 – 30 seconds, it is developed for long-lasting repairs in an instant. Featuring a fine bristled brush for controlled coverage and Impact-Tough® reinforced with rubber for increased impact resistance, this super glue is the go-to for a variety of household projects.
Suitable for use on almost anything the Gorilla Superglue continues to hold strong even when the bond takes a hit. With a 30 – 60 second set time, this superglue provides increased impact-resistance whatever the surface.
Gorilla offers a wide range of adhesives, tapes and repair products for everything from everyday DIY fixes to more demanding bonding and sealing applications. With options designed for wood, metal, ceramics, glass, plastics and other materials, the key is choosing the right product for the surface and type of repair.
Browse the Gorilla Glue range at MTN SHOP to find the adhesive, tape or repair solution that best suits your next project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gorilla Glue products are designed for a wide range of bonding, sealing and repair tasks. Depending on the product, they can be used on materials such as wood, metal, stone, ceramics, glass, foam and selected plastics.
Original Gorilla Glue is a polyurethane adhesive designed for strong multi-surface bonding and expands as it cures. Gorilla Super Glue is intended for smaller, faster repairs where a quick set time and controlled application are more important.
For timber-specific applications, Gorilla PVA Wood Glue is designed for hardwoods, softwoods and wood composites. Original Gorilla Glue can also bond wood alongside a range of other materials.
Some Gorilla products are waterproof or water-resistant, but this varies by product. Original Gorilla Glue is described as waterproof, while Gorilla Glue Clear is water-resistant and designed to withstand intermittent exposure.
Gorilla Waterproof Patch & Seal Tape is designed for patching holes, cracks, gaps and tears. It can be used indoors and outdoors on materials including plastic, wood, glass, aluminium, steel, vinyl and PVC.
Yes, selected Gorilla Tapes are designed for outdoor use. For example, Gorilla Tape Crystal Clear is weatherproof, UV and temperature resistant, while Tough & Wide uses an all-weather shell for added durability.
