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Can I use water-based adhesives for upholstery work?

Whilst furniture manufacturers have begun making the shift from solvent-based adhesives to eco-friendly, water-based alternatives for woodwork, the upholstery side hasn’t followed...

New regulations require polyurethane (PU) training update

New diisocyanate regulations have meant that from 24th August 2023, all professional and industrial users of polyurethane (PU) adhesives and sealant products...

The effects of hot weather on your adhesives

With the UK reaching record-busting temperatures, it’s important to be mindful of the effects excessive heat will have on the adhesives you’ll...

How can I sustainably buy adhesives in bulk and improve my carbon footprint?

If your woodworking shop gets through a lot of glues and finishes, you’ve likely puzzled over how you can reduce the packaging...

Is it time to consider switching away from solvent-based adhesives?

At Anchor, we pay very close attention to developments in the market for finishing products. For the last decade or so, we’ve...