How To Use A Hot Glue Gun the Right Way - Tutorial - DIY - Using a Glue Gun For the First Time
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2014
- Tutorial on how to use a standard hot glue gun, covering all of the basics. Everyone has a first time, and the first time you use a glue gun is no different! Learn everything you need to know before plugging it in. You'll be an expert in how to work a hot glue gun before you know it!
We'll cover to how to put the glue into the hot glue gun, what's normal when you use it the first time, and other basic info. I'm showing you how to use a mini glue gun, but the same thing applies to full size glue guns as well.
Let me know if you have any questions, and check out the glue gun playlist for more information (more than you ever wanted to know).
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Hi! Lori again from Maker High. Hello
to all my fellow Makers.
Today we're going to talk about how to use a glue gun.
So, the first thing you're going to do is to protect your work surface.
If you have a silicone mat, that is fantastic. Totally use that.
But if not, you don't have to invest in anything that fancy.
If you have some newspaper or some
parchment paper
or some tinfoil, even a piece of
cardboard ... anything is fine
so long as the nozzle from the glue gun isn't resting on it
You want it to catch drips
you don't want it to catch fire. FIRE BAD!
If this is your first time using a brand new glue gun, you are going to want to
insert a glue stick before you plug it in
Now, some glue guns have a little
switch here on the side that you gonna
turn on and off.
most of them don't so if yours doesn't have one
do not panic and if the tip
starts smoking
a little bit that's okay. It's to be
expected. They have put a little bit
of a non-corrosive chemical on the tip.
So, you know, if it continues to smoke
after the first minute or two then you
might have a problem, but other than that, you should be okay.
Now, we're gonna wait for the internal
heating element to heat up
For the small, mini glue guns, it's
going to be about 2 minutes
and for the larger glue guns, it's going to take about 5.
GLUE GUN HEAT UP DOG INTERMISSION
“What are you doing, Halford?”
Don't force the trigger on your
glue gun.
if you wanna check and see if it's hot enough yet you can pull it very gently.
If there is no give, wait another
minute or two but if it seems like it's
good to go, then you should be ready.
You're going to hold your glue gun close to the item.
You're going to press the trigger to advance the glue
through the glue gun and out through the nozzle.
And then when you have enough glue, release the trigger and pull it away.
IF GLUING ITEMS TOGETHER, PRESS TOGETHER GENTLY
WAIT A FEW SECONDS
...AND SUCCESS
When your glue stick gets to be
about here in a glue gun you're just going to
want to add another one in through the
back
and it's going to finish feeding through
the one that you have
and pull the other one in. As always
remember when you are done using a glue
gun to turn off and unplug iteven if it's just leaving the room.
If you haven't yet
take a look at the top 10 things not to
do with a glue gun.
It's basically a safety video. and you should watch it before you use a glue gun for the first time.
and that's basically it! You know, it takes a
little bit of a learning curve, but it's
really not that hard to do
its definitely an easy form
of gluing things together. It's pretty quick.
It's pretty sturdy.
If you have any questions ask them
in the comments below.
If you haven't yet, please subscribe,
because that would be awesome.
and this is Lori signing off for Maker High, and I'll see you next time. Bye!
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My glue gun glue dries instantly. By the time I bring in the object I had to stick it's done drying and flaskes off. It's such a waste. What is wrong with my glue gun? Please help :(
It could be a few things. If you are in front of a fan or air conditioning vent, it might be what's drying your glue too quickly. If you're in a cold area, it could also be that your glue sticks were exposed to extreme cold, and it damaged the wax in them. It could also be that the heating element on your glue gun isn't heating up enough.
If it's a low temp glue gun, I'd suggest switching to a high or dual temp, and make sure you dont store your glue sticks someplace like the garage.
Hope that helps!
@@MakerHighSchool I think I need to check and buy a high temp gun. Because I have the best quality sticks available in my local market and I do quick gluing work in a no fan zone 😅
Thank you SO much for the wonderfully quick reply. That's really kind of you 💖
Absolutely any time! I have push notifications on my phone, so I try to respond as soon as I can. Let me know how it goes for you! ❤ If you have any other questions, I'll do my best to help. 👍
or its cheap glue sticks i would know cuz i bought these doller store gluesticks and the same thing happened to me but it was only with that cheap sticks when i use average priced ones they come out fine
At last something sensible about glue guns. Thanks Lori
You are so welcome.
This was a really helpful video! The instructions were quite easy to follow, so it was easier to understand. Very helpful tips!
Thanks for this intro to glue guns!
*Thank you so much! I was searching for this kind of tutorial*
+SI TV 360 - DIY, Life Hacks and Crafts You are so welcome. Pleased it was helpful.
I remember seeing this video in 2015 when I had no idea how to use a glue gun, and now, I'm using it almost on a daily basis, thanks!
Aw, that's awesome to hear. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for making this video, it was perfect! I never used a glue gun and really needed something basic like this!
Penelope Snopes So glad it was helpful! Let me know if you have any questions.
you are absolutely great!
Well, thank you for that kind compliment!
makerhigh thanks alot for the information :3
Thanks for letting me know how to use the glue gun!
Sure! Happy to help!
This helped me a lot because I had never used a glue gun before. Thank you very much for sharing!!!
+GY 1234 You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!
By the way you're awesome. I love your craft teaching style. Can't wait to watch more videos!
Thanks very much! Going to be posting a vid asking for votes in a UA-cam contest soon (so please forgive the spam) but hoping to be back on schedule next week. Aiming for two uploads a week in October. :)
I just got a new hot glue gun and I did every thing you told me to do and this video rally helps me out so thanks
+Davina Patel So glad to hear it! Hope you enjoy using it!
This helped me alot :) thank you and good job!
Jack Koh Glad it helped, and thank you for commenting!
You make super good videos and that helped me a lot of the glue gun
Angel Zamora Thank you. Glad it helped!
Thanks!
Thank you very much for your informative video, answered all my questions the top ten was great too....x
richard hollick Thank you for taking the time to comment! Glad it was helpful. :) Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks so much!
+Maribel Altamirano You are welcome and thanks for commenting!
I just discovered your channel and after just watching this one video i am your biggest fan lol. Great video!
Wow! Thank you so much! I am planning to make more videos once we get moved. Hope the video was helpful, and let me know if you have any questions!
It was very helpful! I had just bought a glue gun and your channel had the best and most entertaining tips on how to use them. I was able to use my glue gun without burning myself. YAY FOR ME! :)
Morning Glory Garden Woot! Internet high five for no burns!
I watched this, then used a hot glue gun for the first time. It was fun until I ran out of glue, but I had so much fun I think I'll buy more glue! And I didn't hurt myself. Thanks!
So pleased to hear it went well, Toni! Enjoy making more cool stuff!
that was quite helpful for me.
Awesome! So pleased to hear that!
Lori thanks for not making me feel crazy and all your information was helpful to me
Thank for the help mam
Anytime! 👍
This video really helped me ^-^ p.s I love ur personally and ur dog is so cute
***** Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the compliment, and I like yours as well! If you want to catch both dogs, they make an appearance in the Lemon clock video about half way through, and then again at the end card.
Thank you - very informative!
Your doggie is so cute! Regards.
+Kathy Esl Thanks! Yeah, he's a charmer. :)
Really helped...😄Thank You👍👍👍
+Syed Naim you are so welcome!
+MakerHigh 😁
Thanks that was so helpful
+Emily Wulff You are so very welcome. Let me know if you have any questions! :)
+MakerHigh I've been wondering y its hard to get the glue
+Emily Wulff sorry I forgot to add, out, at the end
+Emily Wulff It's because you're supposed to leave the glue stick in the glue gun for next time. If you pull it out, it not only breaks the seal on the heating element, you could break the trigger on your gun.
+MakerHigh ok thanks
Thank you!
debsam77 You are so very welcome
So awesome
Princess Joyce Nevado Thank you! And thanks for commenting. :)
You're welcome
thanks!!!
+Moses Osborne You are welcome! :)
Nice video
+Vikas Pandya Thank you!
Thank you !!!❤️
Sian No You are most welcome! :)
Thanks! I just got my first glue gun today for my cosplay!
Hope it's going well!
Thank u so much
Thank you Lori! You have saved this beanie baby pink owl! - A Nanny from Ga
You re so welcome Silver! Glad it was helpful in beanie baby triage. :)
Heya. liking this video. Interested in buying a glue gun but dont quite know what to expect so I found your web page :) Very informative and straight to the point. And very entertaining too :) Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Elise Wong If you DO decide to buy a glue gun, let me know if you have any more questions! (I posted in another video about the minis and bases, so not sure how much that will weigh in your decision.) Just remember if you have a Michael's, Joanns or Hobby Lobby you will be buying from, they all three have apps with coupons you can use in store. Usually the coupons run 40% off one item. Sometimes they will change it up and offer a percentage off you total, or something similar. Buy anyway, always check for a coupon before you hit the checkout line!
Thank you!!!!!!!
+pensnut08 you're welcome. Thanks for commenting!👍
FIRE BAAAD
you are also a very good UA-cam by the way
+VexableGamingOP VGOP Thanks for the compliment!
+VexableGamingOP VGOP Thanks for the compliment!
I love you! 😍😍😍
Thank you this is so helpful!
You're pretty:)
Magnificent Iero I am so glad this was useful for you! Thank you for taking the time to comment and for the compliment. It brought a huge smile to my face!
Your hysterical! Thank you so much for teaching me how to use a glue gun I'm pretty crafty but I have never used it before and I am making my friend a baby book with fabric lace ribbon etc. for her baby shower :-) you're pretty entertaining! I like the dog breaks too!!!!
+singergrrl77 Awesome! I love learning new things, too. ♥
Cool
+makerhigh it's really nice and I'm ordering the colour you have so I can use it for Halloween thx xxx
+Charlotte Evans Awesome! Yeah, I love it. They also have some metallic colors I really like as well. Thanks for the compliment!
I have bought a40 watt glue gun .. while using the gun can we remove from the plugin socket or it always have to be plugged in while using .. pls guide .. thanking u in advance
It should always be plugged in while using, then unplugged when you are done. Hope that helps. 👍
Thank you for these instructions. Very helpful. My question is for a canvas that I want to use glue on for tree texture and then paint...should i get a high or low heat gun and what size in thickness glue sticks? Thank you.
Hotter glue takes longer to dry, and the size of the nozzle will determine the thickness, not the size of the gun or the glue stick. While hot glue might seem cheap, if you're going to use it often, or over a large canvas, other texture mediums might make more sense. I dont know what medium you're working in, and you may have a specific vision for the hot glue, but I hope that helps!
Hi, Lori! I like your video! (Angela from Meetup)
Hey there. Not sure which Angela (Since there are two) but I like them both, so this is a great compliment! Thank you!
If you look for my cruise video on my channel, you will know which one. I was a lot younger on that video with the red hair, I made it more than 10 years ago, but I am sure that you can tell. I love the light humor that you use in your video!
thanks
+Pratik Joshi you are so welcome
Awesome video thanks it's pretty useful...btw you are so cute
ben Jhonson Thank you for letting me know you got something from it! It's why I put the videos up in the first place. Also, thank you for the compliment. I don't really think about my appearance when I am making these... I am really more focused on the message I am trying to get across.
MakerHigh i understand...btw it's not compliment you are really cute :)
i gotta problem. my glue gun i got from dollar store. i used it once. the glue dried & stuck & it wont budge after i pluged in & it was hot. the glue stick chamber was full of glue & never melted. no matter how long it was plugged in for the glue chamber never got hot & melted the old glue. it wouldnt let me feed the new stick in. i pulled too hard forced it & my trigger broke. how do you keep the glue from turning hard in the glue chamber so i can use it more than one time before it breaks?
Hey there! I'm sad to tell you this, but the dollar store glue guns are pretty much made to break. The craft store version are somewhat better. Best advice I can give is to make sure you buy the right temp sticks for your glue gun, and make sure to keep it upright, even if it's just still warm. I hope that helps? I've got other videos that might be helpful.
thaaanks ^-^
ItsMyLife You are welcome. Hope it helped. :)
Hello Thank you for your message.
I have had the glue sticks for about as long as I have had the gun itself they came with the glue gun. I can’t remember how long I have had it but I would think it must be about six months and have not used it for some time. It has got a bit clogged up with glue and I have been trying (unsuccessfully) to clean it. I think the nozzle may be clogged up but I don’t know how to unclog it. I hope this helps I have given you as much information as I can but if there is any thing else you need to know,please ask
Thank you for your help.
Yeah, there isn't too much you can do for that. You haven't used anything other than glue in your glue gun, correct? You might also try switching to another outlet to see if you're getting enough power. As a last resort, you can unplug it and try to use a lighter on the tip if it's metal and not silicone on the tip. It might super heat the glue to get it to come out. Be careful, if you do that. I'm assuming you're an adult. If not, get an adult to do it for you. Don't burn yourself!
FIRE BAAAS
Omg I have the same exact glue gun
What surfaces can u use a low temp glue gun on cause I don't know which one to buy for crafts with paper or cardboard
Low temp is good for more delicate things like lace and paper. High temp is better for cardboard. They do sell some that switch from one to the other, so that might be your best bet.
can we use empty pen refills as a substitute for glue gun pipe in case of shortage.
Not sure what you are asking, but you should never put anything but glue sticks in your glue gun.
but i thanks you so much for helping
+shaheda begum You are welcome!
You answer to every one of your comments! I think that's the best of the bestest qualities in you!! :) :)
Akshita Ven Thanks! I try to. They might have to wait a couple of days, however. LOL.
u actually respond to everyoone!! thats gr8! no other youtuber dose this!! (as far as i kno!) :p :D
Akshita Ven Well, it's probably a lot easier when you have 300 subscribers vs. having, like, 3 million. :) Also, I started the channel to encourage people to make things on their own, and it would be kind of silly if I just posted stuff and then ignored them when they had questions.
Also, blows my mind I have 300 subscribers. I was totally excited when I hit 30, lol.
:D :D i totally accept you! :D :D i wish u too hit a 3million! :D :D all the best! :D :D
Akshita Ven Thank you! Fingers crossed! :)
can u make a video on how to choose the right quality gluestick
got that same hot glue in white. 😃
Nice madam
Thanks!
I want to stick things like wood,plastic sometimes metal with wood too,which one shd I buy 40w or 60w
The problem with metal is that it's non porous, so it's hard to attach. Plastic depends on if it PLA or ABS, because they have different melting points. What are you trying to make?
I'm having problems with my glue, it creates stringy bits , if you see what I mean. They get everywhere . What am I doing wrong? Thanks. Loved your video. Helpful and fun! X
Cheryl turtlemoon Thanks! Are you near a fan or an air conditioning vent? Air tends to make the glue "spider web" as it's being dispensed. If you're already finished with your project, and have strings everywhere, you can hit it with a hair dryer and they will ball up, to make them easier to get rid of. Hope that helps!
Thanks Maker High! No I'm not near a vent, but I never thought of using a hairdryer afterwards. Thanks for the tip!! X
Hi I enjoyed your video! I read the booklet I got with mine and first thing I saw was do not use an extension cord! You are using one. LOL Never any issues using the extension cord? Thanks. Also... I wasn't sure but I just leave the glue capsule in there when I'm finished, never take that back out right? The glue dries faster than I can place stuff sometimes, any helpful hints to that? Thank you!
Depends on the glue gun for the extension cord. I have one that cuts off if there's a surge and such. Yes, please leave the glue in there. Try doing smaller sections if the glue is drying too fast.
very nice girl )) with nice voice and manner of explanation )))
Constantine Alaverdashvili Thank you so much for the compliment. :)
Hey I have a question that if I add in a crayon at the circle where glue stick is kept so it could be melt and then used for some neat painting or something so plz must answer me plzzzzzz
+Laiba Saira it will just make a mess!
+Laiba Saira it will just make a mess!
do you need to use any glue or the sticks are the glue??
Hi!
I want to use a hot glue gun to attach fabric bows to clips. The fabrics I'm using are polyester and cotton. Should I use a low temperature glue gun? Or just a normal one?
Cristina Lopez - Ayala Hi! We have been without internet the last couple of days, so sorry for taking so long to reply. I am going to recommend low temp if you are going to use hot glue. Polyester is made from synthetic fibers that are basically plastic, so there's a chance it could warp the fabric if you use too high a temp. Also, if the cotton is thin, the glue can seep through and burn your fingers.
I will point out, if you are attaching them to metal (non fabric covered clips) any type of glue gun glue will have a tendency to pop off after repeated use. (The metal is so smooth, it's hard for the glue to have long term adhesion.) You might want to consider a small fabric backing and sandwich the clip in-between the bow and fabric, so if it does pop off of the metal, it won't fall off, since the fabric pieces should remained glued to each other. Or, you could take an emery board and rough up the clip slightly, which should help with helping to extend the adhesion. Hope this helps!
Can a child use it and do you have to plug the plug into a wall outlet with a switch? I have an extension panel with extra outlets
Hi! I love your videos. And im about to buy a glue gun. But i cant bring it to school so i was thinking how can i not let the glue gun dry?
You should unplug it when you aren't using it. When you plug it back in, the glue heats right back up. You should never try to pull the stick out. Hope that helps you out.
What wattage glue gun is the best to heat up glue?
Hi, I'm a total newbie intending to start using a glue gun from UHU glue. I'm a perfectionist and tend to prefer to make my crafts with "professionalism". This often makes me do certain things a bit slower to put things together neatly.
Videos I've seen on youtube give me the impression that using glue guns have a much stronger hold than UHU glue. But what I wonder is how quickly(and accurately) must I work if it dries and adheres the items faster than the UHU glue I use now? Could you give me an idea? Thanks.
Lionel Chin It really depends on what you are making, your margin of error and if you are using high temp or low temp glue. Also, if you are using the stick UHU, or the all purpose adhesive.
Also, hot glue is not the best choice if you are using plastics that are non porous or have no surface texture. It tends to pop off over wear, depending on weather and other factors. I tried taking a look at your channel to see if you had any projects to give more targeted advice, but I don't see any. Can you tell me the kinds of materials you are using and the general purpose of the items you are making? Thanks!
Lionel Chin Your boxes are adorable! So jealous!
For the boxes on the videos (which are really cool, btw), I would suggest you stick with the UHU for the paper decorations, and use the glue gun to attach the corners of the drawers/shelves. The high temp will give you the most work time, but you also have a better chance of burning yourself. They make a fine tip glue gun in the high temp that runs about $8. Hopefully, you will be able to see it in the link below:
That's going to be your best bet to keep from having the glue seep around the edges when you adhere it. I'd have qtips on hand to pull any run off just in case. I'd also have a bottle of matching paint in the same color for spot touch ups.
If you haven't tried it yet, and have access to it, you may want to experiment with zip dry. It does have a faster drying time, but it works really well in humidity, and has really nice results with decorative paper. It was originally made for scrapbooking. Hope this helps!
will using a glue gun work for gluing fabric?
+erin martin Yes, if you aren't planning to wash it. If you are, they make glue sticks specifically for that. :)
When you are done using the glue gun and after you unplug it from the wall, if there is still some glue stick left in the glue gun do i just leave it in there for next time or do I take it out??
You leave it in. I have a short video called how do I get the glue stick out of the glue gun that explains why. 👍
hi,
I'm a newbie. I've a few questions for you..
can I leave the half used glue stick in the gun? can I pull it out if not in use? can I continue to use the same half used stick the next time?
should I be pushing the stick in while in use?
thanks for your help
Yes for all of them😀
Hello and thanx!
How can I make my glue melt really Well?
Maker high should i unplug a small gliegun before using it?
+Ian Clarence Arvisu Hi Ian! No, you should keep it plugged in before and while you are using it. You should unplug it after you are done. ..... :) :) :)
+MakerHigh do I need to off the plug after it ready to use
+Danish Ikhwan Nunis You should only unplug it one you are done using it. Once it is unplugged from the wall, it will start to cool down. :)
Oh OK thanks for the information MakerHigh
+Danish Ikhwan Nunis Sure! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Ok
can you use the glue gun to stick fabric on a glass?
Stephanie Ouma yes x
after it heats up should we plug out ?
and for how long does it remains hot
+TANISHQA TAYWADE PATIL Leave it plugged in. It will stay warm for a couple of minutes after that.
hey when my gun is half way through the stick then its really hard to press the trigger whereas when i just put the first one in its really easy to press its like its stiff or something, can you help?
Are you using a high, low or dual temp glue gun?
its high
Sorry for taking so long to respond. Currently filming.
So, if it's high temp, it's not your glue sticks. It's not your trigger because it's still pulling the glue through.
If it's a smaller glue gun, it's not going to heat up as much glue at one time as a larger glue gun. You have to wait in between "pumps" more so than the larger.
It could be your heating element. If it didn't used to do it, and now it is, it's probably dying. There's no real way to replace it if that's the case.
If you wait when you're having a hard time pushing it through, does it come out like it does when it first heats up? Is it large or small? How long have you had it?
ive had it for about a year and yes that does happen... i think ill buy a new glue gun and thank you for answering in such quick time ;D
Of course! It used to take me longer, but then I figured out to turn on push notifications on my phone. Dur. Let me know if you have any questions about anything else. 👍
What do you do after a session of glueing? do you have to squirt excess glue?
Daniel Anderson You just leave the unused stick in the glue gun. It forms a kind of seal in the assembly of the gun, so when you heat it back up, it will work just the same. If it's too far down in the gun to push out on it's own, just put another stick in the back like normal, and when it's heated, just feed it through like you normally would. :) Hope that answers your question...
Daniel Anderson Also forgot to mention that I really like your avatar!
Used for the first time last night. Question, the first stick is in machine and obviously heated enough after 5 mins.but now in the middle of any project If a 2nd glue stick is needed, which is already in position-would it require another 5 mins. of pre-heating to melt, or does it automatically hit the tip and melt quickly on ts own when lever is pushed. It dres fairly quickly-and would hate to have to wait to melt additional glue stick. So can you Please answer that. Thanks.
+Betty Wilchek The time it takes to heat up the sticks depends on the size of the heating element in the glue gun and the quality of element. You can see what I'm talking about here: ua-cam.com/video/76Aq5hLhkds/v-deo.html
Hi temp will heat faster than low temp, so that may also play into the time it takes.
If you are more concerned with time than accuracy, you might consider a glue pot which melts the glue into a pool and keeps it warm. I hope this answer helps!
+MakerHigh Thank you so much for the reply. Your other youtube was great and explained it all Perfectly. :)
+Betty Wilchek Sure! Let me know if you have any other questions!
Hello, I hope all is well. One question please. How do you prevent bubbles from forming?
You mean when it's expelling the glue? If you have the right kind of sticks for the right kind of gun, it could be a manufacturer problem with the sticks. Try sticking them in the freezer overnight and let me know if that helps.
When I see if it's ready I just feel if the plastic on the side and see if it's warm
Hello, just bought a glue gun and when i started using it, a whole glue stick went inside the glue chamber but nothing came out even after 10mins of heating and waiting. Should i just add another glue stick to make the first one leak or is there any problem with the gun?
Yes,, add another glue stick. It may be the first stick melted down so far that stick isn't being pushed forward. (If the trigger is slack when you go to use it, that's a pretty good sign this is your problem)
If that doesn't solve you problem, then it's the glue gun itself. 10 minutes is more than enough time for even a large high temp to heat up. Unless it's an industrial size.
ma' am i want to know that my pens back cap is struck into it what to do it ?
I don't have a switch and I panicked #IPANICKED !
I can speak for your pup .. #challin
Where we will get the straw like gum thing for glue gum
suma dinesh You should be able to find glue sticks in the same place you buy your glun gun from. Just make sure you buy the right size and temperature for the type of gun you have. I hope that answered your question. :)
its a low temperature gun. it's not melting the gule stick well. its only half melted glue comes out & dry in 2 seconds. also slowly the glue comes out when I stand it down. It is cheapest glue gun there is any problem in my gule gun? any idea to fix it?
+Srini Vasan If you have low temp glue in the gun, the problem is probably the heating element inside not getting hot enough. Cheap doesn't necessarily mean bad, but if the element isn't working, you might try a different brand.
What about when you've finished using the glue gun and you still have half a glue stick left. Do you take the remaining out or leave it in the glue gun?
Isha Anwar Absolutely leave it in. It will cool into the shape of the barrel, and when you plug it in again the next time, it will re liquify. If you try to pull it out, you could strip the trigger.
Where do you get the glue sticks from
lpsloversyay Usually they sell them at the same places you buy the glue guns. If you are in the US, Joann and Michael's will usually have 40% off coupons you can use on them. You can also find them online. Just make sure you buy the right size and type for your glue gun. :)
How do you take care of the glue gone after usage, is there any service to prolong the life of a glue gun?
How do you use it if it doesn't have a on or off swich
Lydia Luzi The glue gun will heat up automatically when you plug it into the wall. That's why it's important to unplug it when you are done. :)
I had a question is it just normal if it smell coocked rubber when it's super hot it now can burn a plastic with a crisp
By the way it's really helpful for the users thank you
+Kathleenrt n Mallari if it's the very first time, the tip is covered to keep it from rusting. Other than that, no.
I have another question when you don't and you let it cool and everything can you put it sideways then? if you can how long do you have to cool it for?
+VexableGamingOP VGOP do not pull it out. It can break your feeder. I have a video where I take one apart and you can see inside to see what I'm talking about. Its designed to be left in.
+VexableGamingOP VGOP do not pull it out. It can break your feeder. I have a video where I take one apart and you can see inside to see what I'm talking about. Its designed to be left in.
what is i didnt finish the glue bar? do i need to pull it out?
Don't pull it out. Push it out with the new stick behind it.
Could I use a low temp gun for blinding glass. Or high temp.
Andrea Bailey I usually don't recommend using a glue gun on glass, but I know people do it anyway. :) Things to keep in mind:
1) Make sure you glass isn't cold. There is a chance it could shatter.
2) Thicker glass (like Mason jars) will be better with hot glue than thinner glass (like a champagne flute)
3) Low temp, all the way
4) Any moisture will make whatever you have glued pop right off
5) If you are gluing glass to glass, you should not use hot glue at all, since it will not hold. You are better off using a UV cured adhesive glue, or at the very least, something specifically made for glass to glass adhesion. For example, this glass glue from Loctite: amzn.to/1U8fvC8 (Hopefully, the link will come up for you)
I hope this answers your question! If not, let me know. :)
What if it is a candle bowll
Thanks a lot I have subscribed. You are funny.
Andrea Bailey Thank you so much! I totally appreciate it!
Andrea Bailey Again, it depends on the thickness of the glass and what you are trying to do. Do you have a link to a picture?
how much time did 40v glue gun take
It depends on if it's the large glue gun or the small. Usually between 3-5 minutes.
Hi Lori I have a broken steam iron I'd like to repair can a glue gun fix it... it's plastic at first it was leaking but now it's completely broken
Yasmin Salim I wouldn't recommend hot glue because of the heat. It would probably melt. I will move up my video about E6000 because it sounds like that might work? Will try to have it up next week. 👍