Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue

Q: What is the open assembly time?

Titebond III offers an open assembly time of eight to ten minutes , giving you a forgiving window to position and clamp your parts.

Q: Can I use Titebond III on cutting boards?

Yes. It's FDA approved for indirect food contact , so you can use it on cutting boards and bowls.

Q: What color does Titebond III dry?

It has a tan color, which makes it ideal for darker woods and finishes where small seams might otherwise expose the glue line.

Q: How is Titebond III different from Titebond II?

Titebond III is proven completely waterproof , while Titebond II is water- resistant and passes the ANSI Type II spec. Choose III when a fully waterproof joint is critical. Both are available in our wood glue & adhesives collection.

Q: Is it a one-part glue or does it need mixing?

It's a one-part glue, so there's no mixing required — just apply, assemble, and clamp.

Description Reviews Q&A Documents

When you know that a workpiece is going to come into contact with water, you want to be absolutely sure that your glue isn't going to be compromised. That's why there's Titebond Type III. This is the only one-part, water cleanup wood glue that is proven to be completely waterproof. With an open assembly time of eight to ten mintutes and the ability to clean up squeeze-out with a damp rag, you're going to find that this dedicated outdoor adhesive is as easy to apply as it is reliable when dry.

Titebond III is also FDA approved for indirect food contat, so feel free to use it on your cutting boards and bowls. Type III's tan color also makes it ideal for darker woods and finishes where small seams may expose glue.

Features Include:

The only wood glue proven to be completely waterproof
Quick setting with a forgiving open time that still cleans up with water
Long shelf life, contains no solvents
Tan color ideal for working with darker woods and finishes
FDA approved for indirect food contact

Uses in your shop:

One-step glue ups for projects that are likely to come into contact with water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Titebond III really waterproof?

Yes. Titebond III is the only one-part, water-cleanup wood glue proven to be completely waterproof, making it the right choice when a fully waterproof bond is essential.

What is the open assembly time?

Titebond III offers an open assembly time of eight to ten minutes, giving you a forgiving window to position and clamp your parts.

Can I use Titebond III on cutting boards?

Yes. It's FDA approved for indirect food contact, so you can use it on cutting boards and bowls.

What color does Titebond III dry?

It has a tan color, which makes it ideal for darker woods and finishes where small seams might otherwise expose the glue line.

How do I clean up Titebond III?

Even though it cures waterproof, you can clean up squeeze-out with a damp rag during assembly. It contains no solvents. Browse finishing supplies for the rest of your project.

How is Titebond III different from Titebond II?

Titebond III is proven completely waterproof, while Titebond II is water-resistant and passes the ANSI Type II spec. Choose III when a fully waterproof joint is critical. Both are available in our wood glue & adhesives collection.

Does Titebond III contain solvents?

No. Titebond III contains no solvents and still cleans up with water during assembly, while curing to a completely waterproof bond.

Is it a one-part glue or does it need mixing?

It's a one-part glue, so there's no mixing required — just apply, assemble, and clamp.

What projects is Titebond III best for?

It's ideal for any project likely to contact water, especially outdoor builds, plus food-contact items like cutting boards and projects in darker woods where its tan color hides seams.

Should I clamp projects glued with Titebond III?

Yes, clamping ensures tight, strong joints while the glue sets. Find the right clamps in our clamps for glue-ups collection.

Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue