Professional adhesives, glues and sealants 2025
Introduction
In modern construction and industry, choosing the right adhesive or sealant is essential to ensure:
- Durability and mechanical strength
- Tightness against water, air and chemical agents
- Compatibility with different substrates (concrete, metal, PVC, glass, wood)
- Speed of application at the pace of the site
In 2025, the market offers a wide range of application-specific chemical formulations for every use, from structural bonding to flexible sealing of joints and roofs.
1. Professional Spray Adhesives
Ideal for quick applications, surface bonding and temporary or permanent fixing.
Fields of use:
- Fixing insulation panels, linings, technical fabrics
- Assembly of laminates and plastic materials
- Applications in HVAC, fit-out and prefabrication
Features:
- Fast drying, high initial tack
- Solvent-based or solvent-free formulations
- Adjustable nozzles for controlled spraying
- Versions resistant to moisture, heat or chemical agents
2. Structural Adhesives
Used for load-bearing, long-lasting bonds, in place of or in support of mechanical fixings.
Main types:
| Type | Strength | Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Two-part epoxies | High (20–30 MPa) | Metal structures, composites, stone |
| Structural acrylics | Fast curing | Metals, rigid plastics |
| Structural PU | Elastic and tough | Sandwich panels, building components |
All of them ensure resistance to weathering, vibration and static or dynamic loads.
3. Acrylic Sealants
Ideal for interior finishes, low-movement joints, filling and paintability.
Features:
- Water-based, odourless and overpaintable
- Compatible with masonry, plasterboard, wood, concrete
- Suitable for residential construction, prefabricated elements and interior finishes
- Fast drying, good adhesion even without primer
4. Polyurethane (PU) Sealants
Used for structural joints, flexible sealing on structures that move, roofs, pavements and expansion joints.
Advantages:
- Permanent elasticity (up to 25-50%)
- Resistance to abrasion, impact and weathering
- Strong adhesion to concrete, metal, stone, wood
- Suitable for horizontal and vertical applications
- Often used in industrial and road settings.
5. MS Polymer Sealants
A hybrid technology that combines the advantages of PU and silicones.
Distinguishing features:
- Strong adhesion to damp or slightly dirty surfaces
- They do not shrink, contain no isocyanates or solvents
- Resistant to mould, UV and temperature variations
- Suitable for facade sealing, roofs, metal structural work
Excellent also for laying external paving and precast elements.
6. Bituminous and Butyl Sealants
Used for waterproofing, roofs and external joints.
Common uses:
- Sheet-metal roofs or bituminous membranes
- Sealing of gutters, downpipes, joints between different materials
- Road or foundation structures
- Compatible with damp or dusty surfaces
7. Neoprene (Contact) Adhesives
Solvent-based adhesives with high instant grab, used for:
- Coverings in laminate, leather, rubber, metals
- Assembly in light metalwork, joinery, interior building work
- Applications that require fast adhesion without clamps
Warning: they require adequate ventilation when used in enclosed spaces.
8. PVA Wood Glue
A water-based (PVAc) adhesive, ideal for wood, paper, plasterboard and porous materials in general.
Areas of use:
- Bonding of laminates, panels, prefabricated furniture
- Secondary sealing not exposed to the elements
- D3 and D4 versions, moisture-resistant, for exterior/intermediate use
9. Professional Silicones
Indispensable on building, industrial and sanitary sites for sealing:
- Window and door frames, curtain walls, glazing, bathrooms, kitchens, HVAC systems
- Structural movement and dynamic joints
- Anti-mould, transparent, high-temperature, neutral or acetic versions
In 2025, silicones are evolving with:
- Antibacterial formulations
- Greater UV and weather resistance
- Compatibility with modern materials (composites, fibreglass, painted aluminium)
Standards and Compliance
All products must comply with up-to-date safety and quality regulations:
- EU CLP/REACH Regulation for chemical safety
- CE marking in accordance with EN 15651 / EN 12004 / EN 923
- D.Lgs. 81/08 – Safety in manual application
- Compatibility with CAM requirements for public works (absence of solvents, low VOC emissions)
Conclusion
In 2025, professional adhesives and sealants are not simple consumables but highly specialised technical components, essential to the structural, aesthetic and functional quality of every site or technical job.
Choosing the right product means:
- Ensuring durability and strength
- Reducing repair or maintenance work
- Complying with environmental and safety regulations
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