Comparison of Aero Ure-Glue and Rustoleum Paint
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AERO Ure-Glue |
Rustoleum Paint- High Performance Enamel - Flat Black |
Durability |
Urethane base adhesive is exceptionally durable. Has a hard durometer to prevent abrasion. Designed as an glue adhesive for plastics.The excellent adhesion & tough surface makes it scratch resistant. |
Paint enamel provides a hard surface. Designed for metal & wood per the label. |
Waterproof |
Yes when fully cured, the glue is waterproof. |
Label says “not recommended for water immersion” |
Base |
Water- based |
Oil-based |
Ease of application |
Very easy application. |
Easy application. |
Coats |
One coat is sufficient |
Flock sites recommend 2 coats. (Increased time & cost for 2nd coat of flock and paint) |
Fumes |
No strong fumes. However no glue should be inhaled at close ranges. |
"WARNING: Contains Petroleum Distillates. Harmful vapor; may affect the brain or nervous system causing dizziness, headache or nausea. Causes eye, skin, nose and throat irritation. Seek medical help." See copy of Rustoleum label |
Safety equipment |
None required for either, but a light weight mask or bandana is recommended, to keep flock fibers out of mouth, plus glasses to keep fibers out of eyes. Do not swallow glue or flock, or get in eyes. |
Wear properly fitted respirator (NIOSH/MSHA approved) during & after paint application along with eye protection. Do not swallow or get in eyes.Same as Aero for flock- wear glasses (no light weight mask/bandana since you need to wear full respirator) |
Combustible |
Not combustible. |
Combustible liquid and fumes . |
| Warnings | None, except do not to drink or get in eyes. Not meant to be used by young children. | "WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the state of Califonia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. INTENTIONAL MISUSE BY DELIBERATELY CONCENTRATING AND INHALING THE CONTENTS MAY BE HARMFUL OR FATAL." |
Room |
Use in normal room, with normal air circulation. |
Prevent build up of fumes. Use only with adequate ventilation. |
Clean Up |
Easy clean up with water, until the fibers have set up or linked together |
Must use oil based solvent clean up products- Mineral Spirits. |
Surface |
Works on plastic surfaces that flex or change during temperature changes |
For surfaces that are painted- not for flexible or changing surfaces. |
Properties |
High performance (outlasts plastics, steel, rubber & Aluminum), abrasion resistant (non-marking), impact resistance, cut resistance, Tensile strength –elongation (stretches), load bearing, Flex properties |
Paint is paint. Designed for hard surfaces, and primarily for wood and metal. Not designed for most plastics and the needs of decoys. Not flexible. |
Drying |
Dry to touch 2-4 hours , handle in 4 hours, cure 24-36 hours depending on temperature and humidity. |
About the same, but typically slightly longer. |
Cost |
Aero Ure-Glue’s urethane base is more expensive, however it is a one step process in most instances, and will out last paint in most cases. |
Less expensive than Aero’s Ure-Glue, but 2 coats are recommended to achieve a good finish, so it takesmore time with 2 coats (time is money too) and the cost goes up with the second coat of paint and flock. |
| Colors | Aero Ure-Glue comes in assorted colors to match the flocking needs of decoys. | Only basic colors, and only black and while in flat, the rest are gloss. |
Finished product |
With one coat Aero scratch test with slotted screw driver WON, on both plain glue strip |
Scratched. The plain glue strip scratched & residue came up. On the flocked strip, the flocking and glue came off. |
Overall |
If you want a safe product that will last in the outdoor climate, then use Aero Ure-Glue |
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