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Conditions that change the answer

A recommendation is only right for a set of circumstances. These are the conditions this site reasons with — each one changes which glue family survives the job.

Water & weather

Water immersionThe joint is submerged or repeatedly soaked — a sink of hot water, a dishwasher cycle.
Outdoor exposureThe joint lives outdoors: rain, humidity swings, and UV exposure over seasons.

Temperature

Heat exposureThe joint sees sustained or repeated heat — hot water, a microwave, a sun-baked surface.

Movement & load

Fit

Gap or poor fitThe parts do not meet flush — a worn tenon, a chipped break — and the adhesive must bridge the gap.

Safety

Food contactThe repaired surface touches food or drink, so the cured adhesive must be food-safe.

Appearance

Visible glue lineThe cured adhesive stays visible in the finished piece, so color and clarity matter.