Find answers to common questions about Prostik
adhesives, tapes, sealants and mounting solutions.
Adhesives & Sealants • Prostik
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you
need to know.
From quick repairs and woodworking to packaging,
mounting, construction and sealing, find practical
answers about choosing and using Prostik products.
01
Tapes
Prostik Masking Tape is designed for painting,
decorating and everyday surface protection.
It is suitable for walls, wood, metal, glass
and plastic, with clean removal after use.
Prostik Masking Tape is available in 24mm,
36mm and 48mm widths, all supplied in 50 metre
rolls.
Yes. The Prostik Silver and Black Duct Tape
ranges are described as water resistant and
suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Prostik Clear Packaging Tape is suitable for
cardboard, plastic, metal, glass and wood and
is intended for packaging, shipping, storage
and sealing.
Yes. Both the 20mm x 3m and 30mm x 3m Nano
Mounting Tape variants are described as reusable,
clear mounting tapes for suitable household
surfaces.
02
Adhesives
Prostik Super Glue is suitable for materials
including metal, ceramic, plastic, rubber,
wood and leather.
Ensure the surfaces are clean, dry and free from
grease. Apply a small amount to one surface,
press the parts together and hold briefly while
the adhesive bonds.
Prostik 5 Minute Epoxy is a two-part adhesive
designed for strong and durable bonding across
materials including metal, wood, plastic,
ceramic, glass and stone. It is suitable for
DIY, repairs and general-purpose bonding.
Dispense equal amounts of both components onto
a clean surface and mix thoroughly. Apply the
mixed adhesive, join the components within the
working period and hold securely until set.
The initial set is approximately five minutes,
with full strength achieved after approximately
24 hours.
Prostik Wood Glue is designed for interior
woodworking, DIY, craft, repairs and general
woodworking applications. It is suitable for
wood and wood-based materials and dries clear.
Prostik Contact Adhesive provides a strong,
flexible bond and is suitable for wood, metal,
plastic, rubber, leather and laminate. It is
intended for repairs, laminating and general
bonding applications.
03
Grab Adhesives
Prostik Grab Adhesive is designed for bonding,
fixing, installation and repair work. It is
suitable for materials including wood, metal,
plastic, concrete, brick and stone.
Yes. The Prostik Grab Adhesive and Heavy Duty
Grab Adhesive are described as suitable for
interior and exterior use and weather resistant.
Both provide instant grab and are intended for
interior and exterior applications. The Heavy
Duty version is specifically described as
offering an extra-strong bond for demanding
fixing and installation applications.
04
Sealants & Caulks
Prostik Decorators Caulk is an acrylic sealant
designed for filling gaps and creating a smooth
finish before decorating. It is suitable around
skirting boards, architraves, window frames,
door frames and internal wall junctions.
Yes. Prostik Decorators Caulk is described as
paintable and designed specifically for
decorating and finishing work.
Prostik Kitchen & Bathroom Silicone is
specifically designed for wet areas including
kitchens, bathrooms, showers, sinks, tiles and
worktops. It is waterproof and mould resistant.
Yes. Prostik Multipurpose Silicone is described
as waterproof, flexible and suitable for interior
and exterior sealing applications. It is also
mould resistant and available in clear and white.
It is designed for perimeter sealing and
weatherproofing around windows, doors and
building openings. It is suitable for interior
and exterior use and is described as weather,
UV and temperature resistant.
05
Choosing a Product
For small, precise repairs, Prostik Super Glue
products are designed for fast bonding across
common materials. For larger or more demanding
bonding applications, the Prostik Epoxy, Contact
Adhesive or Grab Adhesive ranges may be more
appropriate depending on the materials and use.
Prostik Nano Mounting Tape is designed for
quick, tool-free fixing on suitable smooth
household surfaces. It is available in 20mm
and 30mm widths and is described as reusable.
The product information identifies several
products for interior and exterior use, including
Prostik Duct Tape, Grab Adhesive, Heavy Duty Grab
Adhesive, Multipurpose Silicone and Window &
Door Silicone. Always check the individual
product information for the intended application.
Technical information:
Some detailed technical figures, including
thickness, viscosity, temperature range,
tensile strength, cure profile and load rating,
are not included in the supplied product
artwork and should be confirmed against the
supplier technical data sheet before publication.