Animal glue
Animal glue is a type of adhesive that is derived from collagen, a protein found in animal tissues. It has been used for thousands of years in various forms, including as a binding agent in woodworking, in the production of musical instruments, and in the creation of fine art.
History
The use of animal glue dates back to ancient times. The Ancient Egyptians used it in their furniture and coffin construction, and it was also used in the Middle Ages for bookbinding and illuminated manuscripts. In the 18th and 19th centuries, animal glue was commonly used in the production of furniture and cabinet making.
Production
Animal glue is produced by boiling animal tissues, such as hide, bones, and hooves, in water. This process extracts the collagen, which is then dried and ground into a powder. The powder can be mixed with water to form a gel, which can be used as an adhesive.
Uses
Animal glue has a wide range of uses. In woodworking, it is used as a binding agent for veneer and marquetry. It is also used in the production of musical instruments, such as violins and guitars, where it is valued for its strength and flexibility. In the field of fine art, animal glue is used as a size to prepare canvas for oil painting, and as a component of gesso, a white paint mixture used in fresco and oil painting.
Advantages and Disadvantages
One of the main advantages of animal glue is its reversibility. This means that it can be softened and removed without damaging the materials it is adhered to. This makes it ideal for use in conservation and restoration work. However, animal glue is also susceptible to fungal and insect attack, and it can become brittle and lose its adhesive properties over time.
See Also
This adhesive related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it.
This animal product related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it.
Granulated animal glue
Bones Wanted poster
Cold animal glue
Hot animal glue
Transform your life with W8MD's budget GLP-1 injections from $125.
W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:
- Most insurances accepted or discounted self-pay rates. We will obtain insurance prior authorizations if needed.
- Generic GLP1 weight loss injections from $125 for the starting dose.
- Also offer prescription weight loss medications including Phentermine, Qsymia, Diethylpropion, Contrave etc.
NYC weight loss doctor appointments
Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.
- Call 718-946-5500 to lose weight in NYC or for medical weight loss in Philadelphia 215-676-2334.
- Tags:NYC medical weight loss, Philadelphia lose weight Zepbound NYC, Budget GLP1 weight loss injections, Wegovy Philadelphia, Wegovy NYC, Philadelphia medical weight loss, Brookly weight loss and Wegovy NYC
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
