Beacon® Zip Dry® Paper Glue is a premium archival adhesive designed specifically for paper crafting, scrapbooking, card making, book arts, and photo projects. Its unique formula dries crystal clear, creates strong permanent bonds, and helps prevent the wrinkling and warping commonly associated with many liquid adhesives.
Acid-free and lignin-free, Zip Dry is safe for archival applications and ideal for preserving photos, scrapbook pages, handmade cards, journals, and memory projects. The fast-drying formula sets quickly while still allowing for clean application and easy removal of excess adhesive while wet.
Strong enough to bond embellishments such as beads, glitter, metal findings, buttons, and wire, Zip Dry offers exceptional versatility for both paper crafters and mixed media artists.
Features
- Premium paper crafting adhesive
- Archival quality
- Acid-free
- Lignin-free
- Dries crystal clear
- Fast drying formula
- Helps prevent paper wrinkling
- Safe for photographs
- Excess adhesive can be removed while wet
- Strong permanent bond
- Suitable for delicate papers
Ideal For
- Scrapbooking
- Card making
- Photo albums
- Journaling
- Paper crafts
- Book arts
- Mixed media projects
- Memory keeping
- Handmade invitations
- Decorative paper projects
Compatible Materials
Bonds a variety of materials including:
- Paper
- Cardstock
- Vellum
- Photographs
- Glitter
- Beads
- Buttons
- Metal findings
- Wire
- Small embellishments
Why Paper Crafters Love Zip Dry
Zip Dry is specifically formulated for paper-based projects where appearance matters.
Benefits include:
- No paper wrinkling
- Clear, invisible bond
- Archival-safe formulation
- Fast drying performance
- Photo-friendly application
- Clean project presentation
Perfect for Photos & Delicate Papers
Unlike many liquid adhesives, Zip Dry is an excellent choice for:
- Photographs
- Vellum
- Decorative papers
- Specialty cardstock
- Memory albums
- Archival projects
Its formula helps preserve the appearance of delicate materials without staining or distortion.
Application Instructions
- Ensure surfaces are clean and dust-free.
- Apply a thin bead of adhesive slightly in from the edge.
- Position materials and press gently.
- Allow adhesive to dry.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Dry & Cure Times
- Dry Time: Approximately 5–10 minutes
- Full Cure Time: Approximately 24 hours
Helpful Tips
- Excess adhesive can be rubbed away while still wet.
- Wet glue removes cleanly without damaging paper or photographs.
- Apply sparingly for best results.
- Store tightly sealed to prevent premature drying.
