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Titebond III is sold as waterproof. Where does its maker say not to use it?

Below the waterline or under constant submersion.

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  1. On outdoor furniture
  2. Below the waterline or under constant submersion ✔
  3. On cutting boards

Why: Titebond III passes the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance test and is made for indoor and outdoor use. It is approved for indirect food contact like cutting boards. But it is not for continuous submersion or below the waterline.

Huh, didn't know that: Titebond III gives about 8 to 10 minutes of open assembly time at 70 degrees F and 50% relative humidity.

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Answer: Below the waterline or under constant submersion. Titebond III passes the ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance test and is made for indoor and outdoor use. It is approved for indirect food contact like cutting boards. But it is not for continuous submersion or below the waterline.

  1. Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue product sheet (Franklin International) titebond.com/print/product/e8d40b45-0ab3-49f7-8a9c-b53970f736af
    Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue is not for continuous submersion or for use below the waterline.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue product sheet (Franklin International) titebond.com/print/product/e8d40b45-0ab3-49f7-8a9c-b53970f736af
    U.S. FDA approved for indirect food contact (cutting boards)
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  3. Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue product sheet (Franklin International) titebond.com/print/product/e8d40b45-0ab3-49f7-8a9c-b53970f736af
    45°F is the lowest recommended temperature of the glue, air and materials during application
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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