Creating a clean, smooth surface is critical, however, if a new adhesive is to ... work of removing tough carpet glue from concrete, but chemical strippers emit toxic fumes while their eco ...

Most widely used adhesives are toxic and derived from petroleum, but researchers have come up with a safe, recyclable ...

A new bio-based hot glue derived from a byproduct of the wood pulp industry beats traditional epoxy resins and commercial hot ...

representing a potential non-toxic alternative. “Adhesives releasing toxins including carcinogenic formaldehyde are almost everywhere in our homes and offices. The plywood in our walls, the chairs we ...

Carpet backings that are sewn on or glued using natural, non-toxic adhesives are healthier choices than those using adhesives that off-gas VOCs. Many carpet companies not only offer a wide range ...

glue gets the job done. But at the same time, the very thing that makes it so useful—its adhesive property—can also do some damage if it ends up on your clothing, carpet or other household ...

A fast and energy-efficient manufacturing process results in a strong, non-toxic and fire ... developed a bio-based adhesive that can replace formaldehyde-containing adhesives in wood construction.

Researchers at Aalto University have developed a bio-based adhesive that can replace formaldehyde-containing adhesives in wood ... can also be exposed to toxic formaldehyde from wood panels.