Slow-drying plastic glue
Green Stuff World's slow-drying plastic glue, or Slow Cement Glue, is specially formulated to bond plastic parts through chemical fusion, providing strong, durable, and clean adhesion. Unlike instant adhesives, this slow-drying model allows for greater precision, ideal for large parts or structures that require adjustments before final hardening.
Its liquid formula slightly dissolves the surface of the materials, creating a chemical bond between the pieces that ensures a solid joint with no visible seams. The result is a strong, professional connection that is far superior to simple surface adhesion.
The drying time of 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the amount applied, is much slower than standard plastic adhesives, allowing the pieces to be moved and adjusted during the first few seconds, facilitating the assembly of models, vehicles, or large scenery elements. Once applied, it dries completely in approximately one hour, leaving a clean finish with no visible residue and easy to sand, cut, or work with.
Slow-drying plastic glue has been manufactured with a high-quality formulation, this glue for plastics is compatible with the most commonly used plastics in modeling, such as polystyrene (PE), ABS, uPVC, and plasticard. Its molecular fusion action ensures durable bonds even under stress or intensive handling.
For best results, it is recommended to clean the surfaces thoroughly before application, removing dust or grease, and to use a moderate amount of product with a brush or applicator needle. Hold the pieces firmly pressed together for a few seconds to ensure a uniform bond.
Beyond its adhesive capabilities, GSW Plastic Cements can also be used to texture plastic surfaces with exceptional realism. When a thin layer of cement is applied and allowed to react for a few seconds, the surface softens slightly, becoming malleable enough to be shaped with a stiff brush, sponge, or even a dry piece of sprue. This technique allows modelers to texture subtle surface imperfections and natural roughness directly into the plastic.
The resulting texture faithfully reproduces the look of molten metal, heat-distorted panels, oxidized armor, or cast industrial surfaces. It is particularly effective for armored vehicles, tanks, mechanical bases, and diorama structures, where it helps achieve a convincingly aged or battle-worn finish that looks far more organic than one obtained with putty or textured paints.
By controlling the reaction time, modelers can decide how deep the softening goes and therefore how strong the final texture will appear. The process merges chemical softening and manual shaping, producing a subtle “melted plastic” effect that brings an extra layer of depth and authenticity to any miniature or scale model project.
Suitable for polystyrene (PE), ABS, and uPVC.
CONTENTS:
1x square glass jar with 40ml (bottle dimension 44x44x60mm)
1x extra fine applicator brush
