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Elmer S School Glue

Elmer's School Glue remains a dependable, budget-friendly choice for classrooms, families, and craft enthusiasts.

The verdict

Elmer's School Glue remains a dependable, budget-friendly choice for classrooms, families, and craft enthusiasts. Its safety, ease of use, and consistent performance make it a timeless staple in the art and craft supplies category.

Quality92
Value87
Ease of use91

Key features

  • Washable, non-toxic formula safe for kids
  • Dries clear for clean-looking projects
  • Precision-flow tip for controlled application
  • Strong bond on paper, fabric, and cardboard
  • Ideal for classroom and homemade slime projects
  • Acid-free formula safe for scrapbooking

What we liked

  • Excellent value for the price
  • Easy for children to use independently
  • Washes out of clothing and skin easily
  • Reliable bonding on multiple craft materials
  • Widely available in stores and online
  • Perfect consistency for slime recipes

Worth noting

  • Can take longer to dry on thicker applications
  • Not suitable for heavy-duty or non-porous materials
  • Bottle cap can clog if not cleaned regularly

Our review

Elmer's School Glue has been a staple in classrooms, homes, and craft rooms for generations, trusted by parents, teachers, and children alike for its reliable performance and safety. This washable, non-toxic formula is specifically designed to handle everyday paper crafts, school projects, and creative activities without the mess and worry that can come with other adhesives. Its classic formulation dries clear, ensuring that your artwork and projects look clean and professional once complete. Designed with young crafters in mind, Elmer's School Glue offers a smooth, easy-flow application that makes it simple for little hands to control. The glue bonds well with paper, cardboard, fabric, and other common craft materials, making it versatile enough for everything from simple construction paper projects to more elaborate school assignments and slime-making activities. The bottle's classic design with a precision tip allows for controlled dispensing, reducing waste and mess during application. What truly sets Elmer's School Glue apart is its trusted safety profile combined with dependable adhesive strength. Being washable means that any accidental spills on clothing or surfaces can be easily cleaned up with soap and water, giving parents and teachers peace of mind. This glue has remained a go-to choice in art and craft supplies for decades, embodying reliability, affordability, and quality that generations of families have come to depend on.

Specifications

Volume
4 fl oz (118 ml)
Formula Type
Washable, non-toxic PVA glue
Dry Time
20-30 minutes
Recommended Age
3 years and up
Material Compatibility
Paper, cardboard, fabric

What reviewers say

JJessica M.2024-02-14★★★★★

A classroom essential

I buy this every school year for my kids' supply lists. It works great for all their projects and washes out of clothes easily when they get messy.

DDaniel R.2024-01-08★★★★★

Great for slime making

My daughter uses this glue exclusively for her slime recipes. It gives the perfect consistency every time, though we do go through bottles quickly.

PPatricia L.2023-12-20★★★★★

Reliable and affordable

You really can't go wrong with Elmer's glue. It's been around forever for a reason - it just works well and doesn't cost a fortune.

KKevin T.2023-11-05★★★★★

Good but slow drying

Works well for most craft projects, though I noticed thicker applications take a while to fully dry. Still, the bond is strong once set.