Features & Benefits
Blu Tack® is the original reusable adhesive that provides an ideal alternative to drawing pins and sticky tape, with thousands of uses around the home, office and school environment. It is a permanently plastic, reusable multi-purpose adhesive and modelling material that is pliable and non-toxic, making it safe for all the family to mold, stick and play.
- Permanently plastic and pliable
- Reusable
- Australian made Non-toxic, suitable for the family
- Blu Tack® is also available in a 5 colour pack - pink, green, blue, yellow & orange
- Tested in accordance to AS/NZS ISO 8124:2012 (Safety of Toys – Part 3: Migration of certain elements) It’s free from food ingredients such as wheat, gluten, flour, eggs or nut products, and starch derived from corn
Documents & Resources
Bostik DIY Philippines Decorate - Blu Tack Original Technical Data Sheet (2.68 MB)
Bostik DIY Philippines Decorate - Blu Tack Original Safety Data Sheet (673.47 KB)
How to use
Blu Tack® performs best on non-porous surfaces e.g. painted surfaces, glass, metal etc. Do not use on recently decorated surfaces or absorbent, silk-screen printed, or hand stencilled wallpaper.
- Pull off a piece of Blu Tack® and activate it by pulling and stretching
- Roll into a ball, place between the two surfaces and press firmly
How to remove
- Remove Blu Tack® by rolling it carefully off of the surface. It can then be used again and again.
- Any remaining shreds can be removed by gently rolling the adhesive tack on the wall or dabbing a new blob of Blu Tack® over the surfaces.
The adhesive properties of Bostik Blu Tack® increase over time, so take extra care when removing it after a period of months.
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FAQs
Can you buy Blu Tack® in different colours?
Blu Tack® is also available in a 5 colour pack - pink, green, blue, yellow & orange. It is also available in its original color of blue.
How much weight can Blu Tack® hold?
0.5 grams of Blu Tack® will hold an approximate 105 gram load, but Blu Tack® is not designed to hold heavy objects.
Is swallowing Blu Tack® dangerous?
Blu Tack® is a non-toxic, non-harmful substance and will not cause any problems if swallowed, only mild discomfort. If any discomfort experienced continues, we recommend seeking medical advice.
What age range is Blu Tack® suitable for?
Blu Tack® is great for both children and adults, however we advise not giving it to children under the age of three.
What surfaces can Blu Tack® stick to?
Blu Tack® can be used on non-porous surfaces such as glass, metal and plastic, as well as painted surfaces and vinyl coated wallpaper.
When will Blu Tack® stick best?
Surfaces must be clean and dry, and free from grease or loose materials to work best. If a room or surface conditions are too hot (over 70°C), Blu Tack® will soften and become more difficult to secure items in place.
Where is best place to store Blu Tack®?
Pop it in a tightly closed container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated location.
Will Blu Tack® leave a stain?
On some surfaces, after a long period of time, Blu Tack® can leave a slight oily mark. This can be removed using removers like citrus oils and desolvers, but as per the guidance of the suppliers. Before using these products, we recommend you test on a small inconspicuous area.
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