Titebond Liquid Hide Glue
- 8 fluid ounces of liquid hide glue
- No heating or mixing, ready to use
- 3207 psi tensile strength
- Not water resistant, allows disassembly
- Long open assembly time, creep resistant
- Tan color, 12 months shelf life
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A liquid hide glue for antique furniture, instrument repair and crackle finishes. Because moisture releases the bond, it suits repairs and craft work, not outdoor builds.
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ASIN: B0002YXE7KModel: 5013Category: Wood Glue
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Overview
A ready-to-use liquid hide formula needs no heating or mixing, which sets this Titebond bottle apart from traditional hide glue pots. It gives a long open assembly time, sands well, and resists creep once set.
The reason to buy is the reversible bond: moisture lets parts come apart again, which matters in antique restoration and musical instrument repair. Craft users also employ it as a crackling medium for a weathered look. The limitation is that it is not water resistant, and the listing gives conflicting cure time wording.
Who it's for
Antique repairers, instrument makers and crafters who want a hide glue without a heating pot. Outdoor builders and anyone needing a permanent water resistant joint should choose a PVA wood glue instead.
Pros and cons
- No heating or mixing needed
- Long open assembly time
- Reversible with moisture
- Not water resistant
- Cure time wording unclear
- Suited to wood and craft only
- Bottle size is modest
Performance notes
Hide glue stays workable long enough to position complicated assemblies, then pulls parts tight as it sets with little creep over time. Because it responds to moisture, joints can be released with moisture for repairs, which is the reason restorers choose it over permanent glues.
Specifications
| Brand | Titebond |
|---|---|
| Model | 5013 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7.84 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Volume | 8 fluid ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Compatible material | Wood, craft, furniture |
| Color | Tan |
| Warranty & support | |
| Shelf life | 12 months |
| Other details | |
| Item form | Liquid |
| Water resistance | Not Water Resistant |
| Tensile strength | 3207 psi |
| Viscosity | Medium |
| Container | Bottle |
| Uses | Woodworking, Home Repairs, Craft Projects |
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Titebond Liquid Hide Glue bottle and how heavy is it?
It is an 8 fluid ounce bottle with an item weight of 7.84 ounces.
Is Titebond Liquid Hide Glue waterproof?
No. It is listed as not water resistant, and its sensitivity to moisture is what allows parts to be taken apart for repair.
Does liquid hide glue need heating?
No. The description says it is ready to use and requires no heating or mixing.
What is hide glue used for besides gluing wood?
Craft hobbyists use it as a crackling medium to give furniture, cabinets and picture frames a weathered look.