Learn which adhesive is best for gluing leather to wood with this helpful guide. We’ll explain which product is right for different projects and show how easy it is to fix a chair with contact adhesive.
Gluing leather to wood is simpler than you might think! Whether it’s a broken strap or a piece of furniture, all you need is the right adhesive to get great results. Here’s a breakdown of glues which are specialized for both materials.
You can easily embellish a wooden drawer with a piece of leather
For a highly precise application on small items like leather and wood costume jewelry, toys and other small indoor projects, reach for Loctite Super Glue Precision Pen. The comfortable finger grips allow for optimal control, and the dispenser tip writes like a pen – placing adhesive exactly where you want it.
When it comes to projects like furniture or toy repairs, the best way to glue leather to wood is by using a contact adhesive. Loctite Stik’N Seal is perfect for indoor projects as it’s solvent free and has a low odor. It dries clear and provides super strength for items that get a lot of use like furniture or toys.
Wood and leather look great together – and Loctite has the right adhesives to bond them
For making a simple repair to a leather chair or other furniture piece, contact adhesives are the way to go. All you need is a small wooden or plastic stick to apply the adhesive.
Here’s how to attach leather to wood with contact adhesive.
- Clean the surfaces and make sure they’re dry.
- Pre-fit materials before beginning.
- Apply a thin layer of Loctite Stik’N Seal to both surfaces using a small flat plastic or wooden stick.
- Wait 5-10 minutes for the adhesive to become tacky.
- Press parts together firmly and leave undisturbed for at least 2 hours. Full cure in 24 hours.
Clean up your tools and any residue with warm soapy water. Cured adhesive can be carefully cut away with a sharp tool.