Best Adhesives for Gluing Glass and Ceramic

1. Loctite Super Glue

Loctite super glue could be helpful for the following circumstances.

• Gluing together non-heavy glass and ceramic pieces such as a vase or mug
• Jewelry making that involves glass and ceramic components
• Building functional objects that incorporate glass and ceramics, such as decorative dishes and glassware

It may not be suitable when:

• Glass and ceramic bonding are likely to be exposed to high heat
• Glass and ceramic bonding have a chance of being exposed to harsh chemicals
• Glass and ceramic bonding are constantly exposed to moisture

2. GE Silicone II

E6000 is a versatile adhesive that could be used for:

• Glass and ceramic applications that require some form of flexibility
• Glass and ceramic glue bonding that are likely to be exposed to moisture
• When the adhesive requires some resistance to high heat

It should not be used when:

• The adhesive has to withstand high-load or structural applications, such as load-bearing joints
• The adhesive has constant exposure to grease and oil
• You are unable to wait for a long curing time

3. Weldbond Glue

Weldbond is a versatile adhesive that could be suitable for:

• Craft and arts project that require bonding of small glass and ceramic pieces
• Outdoor applications if you need an adhesive that is weather-resistant
• Adhesive that needs to be applied to a non-porous surface such as glazed ceramic material

It is not suitable for:

• Adhesives that are exposed to a high-temperature setting
• Adhesives that are exposed to prolonged UV radiation
• Adhesives that are constantly exposed to moisture

Tips on Gluing Together Glass and Ceramic

Here are some tips that may help the next time you try to glue together glass and ceramic components.

Roughen the smooth surface

The adhesive bond may potentially hold for longer if the surface where the adhesive is applied has a slightly rough texture. This can be achieved by lightly sanding the glass or ceramic surface with some sand paper.

Clamping support

Some adhesives may require long curing times. A clamp may certainly come in handy if you need to glue together the glass and ceramic piece with precision.

Proper surface preparation

A clean glass and ceramic surface will give you the best chance of creating a firm bond between the two materials. Rubbing alcohol may also help with making the surface dry before the adhesive is applied.

Adhesives for Glass and Other Materials

Recommendations for gluing glass with other types of materials.