Q and A: How Long Does Wood Glue Take to Dry?

One question that's often asked by upcoming woodworkers is "How Long Does Wood Glue Take to Dry?"

Answer:  

Typically speaking, most types of glue completely dry within 24 hours, however this varies depending on factors such as type of glue, surface, and the environment.

Warm conditions, such as those provided by a blowdryer or heat lamp help speed up glue drying.

Standard white PVA glue, polyurethane, the standard type of epoxy, and cyanoacrylate (also known as superglue), all take 24 hours to cure fully.

PVA glue is best for small general wood based projects, while polyurethane can glue a variety of materials like stone, plastic, and ceramics together.

Epoxy is great for small repairs that need to be waterproof and cyanoacrylate can make small repairs on a variety of surfaces.