How to Apply the Glue for Sticky Notes

Sticky note glue is easily removed from surfaces.

Like many great inventions, the glue for Sticky Notes was created by accident. Instead of creating a strong glue bond, the inventor created a bond that could be easily removed. The adhesive is called microsphere adhesive. The adhesive is made into tiny microspheres, which are extremely small bubbles filled with the adhesive. With a microsphere adhesive machine, make and apply the glue for your sticky notes.

Things You'll Need

• Microsphere adhesive machine
• Microsphere solution
• Paper

Instructions

1. Open the lid to the microsphere adhesive machine. It is located at the top end of the machine. Lift the cover and turn the lid of the tube.

2. Pour 3 cups of microsphere solution into the tube.

3. Replace the lid of the tube and close the cover of the applier.

4. Insert the paper in the tray of the machine. If you place the paper face down, the machine applies adhesive to the back side of the paper. Press the "Start" button to turn the microsphere solution into microsphere adhesive. Apply the microsphere solution to the paper.

5. Let the glue absorb for 10 minutes.

References

• University of Illinois; Tiny Bubbles, Sticky Solutions; Rachel Ross; February 2004
• Franklin Adhesives: New Flex Line Lets You Print Adhesives In-House

Resources

• UPM RAFLATAC: Microsphere Adhesives