Users' questions

Is PVA archival?

Is PVA archival?

PVA (polyvinyl acetate) Adhesive is archival neutral pH, dries clear, flexible, flat, permanent, low odor, fast set and no VOCs. Good with paper, board, collage, book binding, crafts, archival work, wood and vinyl.

How do you use a Lineco neutral pH adhesive?

Lineco Neutral pH Adhesive

  1. Using a sponge brush apply a coat of glue to the surface that the paper is to be adhered to.
  2. Using a sponge brush apply a coat of glue to the backside of the paper.
  3. Lay the paper on top of the surface and smooth the paper to the surface with your hands.
  4. Allow overnight drying.

What is the best archival glue?

Best Selling Archival Tape and Adhesives

  • Books by Hand Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) $4.46 – $58.78. (93 Reviews)
  • Grafix Double Tack Mounting Film. $5.72 – $10.54. (83 Reviews)
  • Lineco Neutral pH Adhesive. $4.22 – $52.06. (122 Reviews)
  • Lineco Self-Adhesive Linen Hinging Tape. $14.49 – $30.18.
  • Yes Stikflat Glue. $14.11 – $24.99.

What is archival adhesive?

University Products’ and Lineco branded adhesives and tapes are used for archival paper conservation, to adhere and reinforce materials, and attach separated components, mend tears and fill losses.

Is Mod Podge same as PVA?

That’s: Homemade Mod Podge is PVA glue with water in it. PVA is also known as Elmer’s glue or woodowrking glue or simply white crafting glue. It is gluggy and sticky and thick and perfect.

Is Mod Podge PH neutral?

It dries clear. It has a neutral PH, so is perfect for acid-free archival work. Best of all, it can be adapted to be used in other adhesive applications like decoupage, sealing or as a crackle medium.

What is neutral pH adhesive?

Item ID. L9011008. Lineco Neutral pH Adhesive is a PVA glue with excellent lay-flat properties that dries to a clear finish. It’s formulated specifically for preservation materials and will not become brittle with age. Best Price – This is the lowest price offered for an item.

What pH is PVA glue?

7
It also has a built in resistance to yellowing from aging – it carries a neutral pH of 7.

Is Tacky glue archival?

With all the great features of Aleene-s Tacky Glue that you’ve grown to love, this glue has the added benefit of now being acid-free for your paper crafting, scrapbooking and archival memory projects.

Are glue sticks archival?

Acid-free and archival, Scotch Glue Sticks are easy to use and easy to clean up. They’re ideal for applications where a permanent or temporary bond is required, including photo albums, scrapbooks, memory books, and more.

What can I use instead of Mod Podge?

PVA glue
If you just can’t find Mod Podge where you live, look for PVA glue. It’s about the closest you can get. Frequently craft and art stores have PVA glue, but you may have to call around.