Fevicol and Home Interior: Types and Uses

By HomeLane- August 27, 2024

One essential item for working on your home interior is adhesive. Fevicol is one household name that is probably the most popular white glue in the Indian market. Fevicol, the flagship product of Pidilite Industries Limited, has been the market leader for the past 50 years and more. Launched in 1963, as a synthetic white resin that is a far more practical choice than the animal fat glue used previously.

Presently, there are different types of Fevicol available in the market. These include Fevicol SH, Fevicol Marine, Fevicol HeatX and other variants such as Fevicryl, Fevistick, Fevikwik etc.

Let’s look at the differences between these two types of Fevicol: Fevicol SH and Fevicol MR.

Fevicol SH vs Fevicol MR

Type of Fevicol	Usage	Strength	Drying Time	Surface Types	Bond Strength
Fevicol SH	Woodwork	Can withstand high forces	Slow	Wooden surface	Provides a strong and long-lasting bond
Fevicol MR	Art and craft	Cannot withstand high forces	Very fast	Paper, cloth, MDF, glass, polystyrene	A lighter bond is formed

Here is a look at some of the other types of Fevicol and their uses:

Fevicol Hi-Per: Specially designed for large laminated sheets and prevents the formation of bubbles between plywood and laminate. Apart from less air entrapment, this type of Fevicol also offers faster setting time.
Fevikwik: A fast-action gel that can join any material in seconds. It can be used on metal, wood, plastic, and paper. Its versatility allows it to be used on jewellery, antiques, and electronics.
Fevicryl: A specially designed product for artists and hobbyists. The liquid glue can be used for embroidery and allows professionals to use their creativity best.
Dr Fixit: This type of Fevicol is designed for waterproofing your home. You can use it on roofs, walls, bathrooms, and pipelines with equal effectiveness.
Fevistik: This comes in rotary glue stick format, so you can say goodbye to the cumbersome liquid glue. It’s used to connect paper to paper without making your hands sticky.

Different Types of Fevicol and Their Uses For DIY Home Projects

Regardless of the house size, whether it’s a 1BHK, 2BHK or 3BHK, you can always do some new decoration in your house. And when it comes to decoration, Fevicol is one of the most useful products. Different types of Fevicol are used for different purposes, from art and craft projects to homemade furniture.

The do-it-yourself spirit (DIY) does not mean you have to build something new or engage in some craft. Even repairing or modifying a product can be termed DIY. Glue is one item that is needed on most of these projects.

Here are a few ideas for you to get creative using all types of Fevicol.

A colourful kitchen clock

Add a dash of colour to your kitchen wall with this clock, making it the focal point of attraction.

Items needed:

A wooden or plywood circle
A clock kit
Twelve wooden spoons
Twelve types of paint
Paintbrushes
Fevicol glue

Process

Firstly, make sure that the wooden piece has a finished look.
Divide the wooden circle into twelve different segments for 12 hours.
Paint these segments with different colours.
Then, paint the spoons at the tip with different colours.
Drill a small hole in the middle of the circle and fix the clock kit.
Paste the wooden spoons as the twelve-hour dividers by using Fevicol for wood. Ensure that the spoons don’t hinder the movement of the clock hands.

Bottle lamp

Convert glass bottles to attractive lamps for hanging on any occasion.

Items needed

Bottles
A string of LED lights
A lampshade
Ribbons
Fevicol glue

Process

Clean the bottle and remove the label, if any.
Tie a bow around the neck of the bottle with the ribbon. You can use two ribbons to make it look more colourful.
Fix the lampshade on the bottle with Fevicol glue.
Start inserting the light string into the bottle.
Any spare wire can be glued to the back or bottom of the bottle.

DIY Tyre furniture

This is a great DIY option if you want something interesting to change the look of your home interiors.

Items needed

Three old tyres
Black oil paint
Brushes
A round piece of glass
Wire
Fevicol glue

Process

Clean the tyres inside out and let them dry.
Paint the tyres. Allow one side to dry before you start painting the other.
Using Fevicol, fix them on top of each other. You can also use the wire to tie them together.
Cut the glass piece to shape and place it over the hole of the top tyre. You can also add metal arms and use another tyre for back support to enhance the look.

These are some simple crafts or DIY projects you can undertake in your free time. Whether you want to enhance your creativity or kill time, these budget-friendly options are perfect for refurbishing your home interior.

You can find some of the best ideas from HomeLane to make your DIY projects special. Get in touch with us to turn your creative ideas into reality.

FAQs

Which Fevicol is best for wood?

When it comes to wood, Fevicol SH is the right adhesive. It provides a strong and long-lasting bond and can withstand high forces. It can help with wood, plywood, laminate, veneers, MDF and all types of boards and cork.

What is SR Fevicol?

SR Fevicol is a type of Fevicol designed for industrial uses. It has good resistance to water and ageing. It is also used for furniture upholstery, bonding laminate to wood and the footwear industry. Other uses of SR Fevicol include bonding of foam, rubber, rexine and metal to each other.

What is MR Fevicol?

MR Fevicol is a synthetic adhesive designed for art and craft. It can be used on glass, canvas, cardboard, fabrics, polystyrene and other substrates. It is non-toxic, non-staining, and has a high bonding strength.