Strengths
What it’s good at
Crystal-clear, flexible, waterproof contact bonding across crafts, home repairs, leather, fabric, wood, metal, glass, and ceramic.
Limits
Where it falls short
Not recommended for polystyrene foam, polypropylene, polyethylene, or direct food contact.
Specifications
Manufacturer specifications
Every number below is quoted from the manufacturer’s own documentation, linked at the end of the row.
- Initial set
- 2 min — Fast grab; sets in just a few minutes, holds parts in seconds[1]
- Clamp time
- 20 min — Clamp or hold firmly for 20 min if joint is under tension[1]
- Full cure
- 24 h — Reaches full bond strength and cure in 24 h[1]
- Max service temperature
- 190 °F — Service temperature range −40 °F to 190 °F[1]
- Min application temperature
- 50 °F — Best results applied at room temperature (50 °F to 90 °F)[1]
- Water resistance
- 100% waterproof and washer/dryer safe once fully cured[1]
- Paintable
- Yes — paintable with water-based, oil-based, and spray paints[1]
- Cured color
- Crystal clear[1]
How long it takes
Working time, clamp time, and full cure are different things — this is the order you experience them in.
- Initial set2 min
- Clamp time20 min
- Full cure24 h
Sources
Where these facts come from
- [1]Gorilla Clear Grip Contact Adhesive — product specifications and technical details — The Gorilla Glue Company · Manufacturer page · Retrieved 2026-08-15
Questions
Common questions
- Does Gorilla Clear Grip dry completely clear?
- Yes. Gorilla Clear Grip dries crystal clear and does not foam, expand, or yellow, making it ideal for glass crafts, jewelry repair, and visible fabric seams.
- How flexible is Gorilla Clear Grip once fully cured?
- It cures into a durable, flexible rubbery adhesive film that moves and stretches with leather, canvas, and flexible plastic without cracking or snapping.
- Can materials repaired with Gorilla Clear Grip be washed in a washing machine?
- Yes. Once fully cured after 24 hours, the adhesive bond is 100% waterproof and safely withstands normal laundry washer and dryer cycles.
- How do I remove uncured Gorilla Clear Grip adhesive?
- Wipe away wet adhesive immediately with a dry cloth, then clean remaining residue using acetone, nail polish remover, or rubbing alcohol.