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product_id: 3852867
title: "PH Neutral PVA Adhesive, Acid-free, Water-Soluble, Dries Clear, Archival Quality PVA Formula, for Bookbinding, Book Repair, Framing, Collages, Paper Art and Crafts - 8 Ounce"
brand: "hand"
price: "¥3939"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Books By Hand"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/3852867-ph-neutral-pva-adhesive-acid-free-water-soluble-dries-clear
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
---

# Dries Clear, Archival Quality Water-Soluble & Re-moistenable pH Neutral, Acid-Free Formula PH Neutral PVA Adhesive, Acid-free, Water-Soluble, Dries Clear, Archival Quality PVA Formula, for Bookbinding, Book Repair, Framing, Collages, Paper Art and Crafts - 8 Ounce

**Brand:** hand
**Price:** ¥3939
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📚 Stick with the best: archival-grade glue that keeps your creativity bound to perfection!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PH Neutral PVA Adhesive, Acid-free, Water-Soluble, Dries Clear, Archival Quality PVA Formula, for Bookbinding, Book Repair, Framing, Collages, Paper Art and Crafts - 8 Ounce by hand
- **How much does it cost?** ¥3939 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/3852867-ph-neutral-pva-adhesive-acid-free-water-soluble-dries-clear)

## Best For

- hand enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hand brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Crystal Clear Finish:** No more unsightly glue marks—this adhesive dries completely clear, perfect for professional-grade bookbinding and art.
- • **Flexible Yet Strong Bond:** Experience a fast-setting formula that dries flexible to keep your handmade books and crafts intact without cracking.
- • **Water-Activated & Reusable:** Easily remoisten and adjust your work with a water-soluble adhesive that offers unmatched control and convenience.
- • **Versatile Crafting Essential:** Ideal for bookbinding, paper art, framing, collages, and DIY projects—your all-in-one glue for creative mastery.
- • **Precision pH Neutral Adhesive:** Protect your projects with acid-free, archival-safe glue that preserves paper integrity over time.

## Overview

Books By Hand PH Neutral PVA Adhesive is an 8-ounce archival-quality glue designed for professional bookbinding, paper crafts, and art projects. Its acid-free, pH neutral formula ensures long-lasting preservation, while drying clear and flexible for a flawless finish. Water-soluble and fast-setting, it offers easy application and reactivation, making it the go-to adhesive for millennial creatives who demand durability and aesthetic excellence.

## Description

Shop Books By Hand at the desertcart Arts, Crafts & Sewing store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Save on everyday low prices.

Review: Must use for perfect binding of your own sketchbooks - A few months back I watched some videos on how to make your own sketchbooks with the perfect binding method. They stressed the importance of getting the right bookbinding glue but I thought I knew better since I had some white PVA glue already on hand. It was Weldwood which is a really good glue. I made 5 different size books but all the pages started falling out. I just lived with it and added some piece of tape to hold my sketches in. It looked terrible. I figured I would just buy premade sketchbooks in the future. Then, I finally decided to purchase special bookbinding glue like I had learned about. I took apart my books and removed the tape. I re-glued each with the Books By Hand PVA glue. What a difference! It dries super flexible yet it is strong. All my handmade sketchbooks now are fixed and work great. I highly recommend this glue for any bookbinding project or repair. Now I can continue to make my own sketchbooks and save money by doing it. Great product and well worth it.
Review: Fantastic Glue. - This glue is great. I needed to pad some 3x5 index cards (use to buy these already padded but can't find them any place any more) and this glue is just the ticket. Worked great and I had pads of index cards in no time.

## Features

- Acid-free neutral pH PVA adhesive.
- Easy to use formula is fast setting and can be remoistened with water.
- Ideal for bookbinding and paper, arts, cards, photos and DIY projects, as well as mounting artwork.
- White Glue dries clear, has excellent lay-flat properties. Adheres to most porous surfaces.
- AVOID FREEZING & DIRECT SUNLIGHT. Best used in 60-80℉.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0025TZ26Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,157 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #277 in Art Glues & Pastes #679 in Office Glue & Adhesives |
| Brand | Books By Hand |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,973) |
| Date First Available | April 9, 2009 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00099295612173 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 10.2 ounces |
| Item model number | BBHM217 |
| Manufacturer | University Products Inc |
| Material | Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) |
| Package Information | Bottle |
| Product Dimensions | 7.75 x 2 x 2 inches |
| Special Feature | Acid-Free, Archival, Dries Clear |
| UPC | 787461407943 099295612173 |
| Unit Count | 8.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Viscosity | Low |
| Viscosity Level | Low |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Books By Hand
- **Color:** White
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Material:** Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA)
- **Special Feature:** Acid-Free, Archival, Dries Clear

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I just want to glue a printed 8x11 1/2 paper to cardstock to make a journal for friends.... will this work. Paste whole sheet or perimeter?**
A: This will work.  It is bookbinders glue.  You can paste whole page or perimeter, try both and if it buckles in the middle pasting whole page, try perimeter.  I think pasting whole page would be my first choice.

**Q: I know it will clean up with water while its still wet. But after it dries is it water proof or water soluble still?**
A: No it's pretty much permanent after it dries. Youight be able to get it to a gooey consistensy if you soaked the book or paper it is on in water

**Q: Will this product work to reinforce Bible that is coming apart?**
A: This glue is used for bookmaking, therefore it should work as well or better than anything else.  The glue will work, but I suggest you look online for exactly the technique needed to do the type of repair your Bible requires.

**Q: Will this glue yellow over time? I want to use it to stiffen fabric for millinery and I don't want my pieces to end up yellow after a few years.**
A: In my experience with the product it does not yellow. I use on book binding and over a period of 9 months if it is visible it is white.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must use for perfect binding of your own sketchbooks
*by D***E on January 29, 2022*

A few months back I watched some videos on how to make your own sketchbooks with the perfect binding method. They stressed the importance of getting the right bookbinding glue but I thought I knew better since I had some white PVA glue already on hand. It was Weldwood which is a really good glue. I made 5 different size books but all the pages started falling out. I just lived with it and added some piece of tape to hold my sketches in. It looked terrible. I figured I would just buy premade sketchbooks in the future. Then, I finally decided to purchase special bookbinding glue like I had learned about. I took apart my books and removed the tape. I re-glued each with the Books By Hand PVA glue. What a difference! It dries super flexible yet it is strong. All my handmade sketchbooks now are fixed and work great. I highly recommend this glue for any bookbinding project or repair. Now I can continue to make my own sketchbooks and save money by doing it. Great product and well worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Glue.
*by D***N on July 23, 2025*

This glue is great. I needed to pad some 3x5 index cards (use to buy these already padded but can't find them any place any more) and this glue is just the ticket. Worked great and I had pads of index cards in no time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Glue for journal making/collage
*by P***A on June 21, 2025*

I've used this glue for years in my junk journal making. I have found it works great paper to paper...and cloth to paper. I use i to reinforce washi tape. I have purchased small bottles with a needle applicator for precise gluing. I live in Minnesota and do not recommend ordering this in the winter; if it freezes the glue is ruined.

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*Store origin: JP*
*Last updated: 2026-02-02*