How is Elmer's white glue made?

In the early days, the glue was produced by heating together a mixture of starch, animal glue, and animal hooves. The resulting glue was a thick and sticky substance that formed a strong bond. However, the strength of the glue could be unpredictable and the composition of the resulting glues sometimes had an unpleasant odor.

How is Elmer's classic white glue made?

From the moment the plant extracts are gathered until they are made into a chemical, there are several things that can go wrong. During the extraction process, unwanted particles and plant matter can end up in the glue which can cause discoloration or result in an unpleasant odor. To prevent this, the plant is carefully cleaned and deodorized before extraction, making white glue one of the most environmentally friendly glues available today.

How is Elmer's school glue made?

The school glue that you use at school is made using a process called batch curing. This involves combining a base of natural rosin and synthetic polymers with a catalyst under high pressure. The resulting chemical reaction bonds the ingredients together to create a strong, flexible and easy-to-use adhesive.

How is Elmer's white school glue made?

Product development, research and development go into the making of white school glue at the laboratory in Melford, Massachusetts. Manufacturing processes are proprietary and protected by trade secrets. One of the ingredients is polyvinyl alcohol, which is a synthetic and biodegradable resin. The other ingredients are water, isopropyl alcohol, a mix of acids, dyes, and thickeners.

How is Elmer's school glue made fresh?

It’s made right here, in this plant in North Carolina. We grind up wood and plant materials in a dryer. The combination of natural enzymes and heat converts the wood to a sticky goo that’s perfect for gluing things together!