A very versatile tool, the hot glue gun assists in countless decorating, art & crafts, or hobby projects in a home or workshop environment, including those general household duties to toy repairs.

A cordless hot glue gun is a straightforward tool to operate - it is a simple case of inserting a glue stick, pulling the applicators trigger and it soon dispenses quick bonding glue. A perfect solution for repairing a variety of materials, such as ceramic, fabric, plastics, wood or vinyl.

A light or heavy-duty glue gun can accept general purpose, medium to extra strong glue sticks. Although flexibility in performance is available with a gun able to provide low and high temperature gluing in a single, compact unit. These accept dual-temperature glue sticks, and switching between applications comes with a one-touch dial.

The volume of glue distributed is simple to control with a nozzle check and trigger feed, resulting in an overall even application - these ensures a secure hold for the length of the fix or repair.

Common features to a well-built glue applicator include fast heat up, bonds in 45 - 60 seconds, heats up in 5 minutes; a trigger feed mechanism for controlling the glues flow, built-in stand, a contoured grip for precise control and comfort, and often comes in a lightweight design. A foldout stand can also feature for ease in storage as well as safe operation.

Glue guns can be cost-effective tools, priced in the region of $15 to $35 or more. In addition, these can come pre-package with a standard set of hot glue sticks to run these applicators. Often in packs of twelve 4 x 1/2-inch glue sticks.

A hot melt glue gun is perfect for a multitude of small to medium sized projects, where a quick fix is in need, or where its more preferable to avoid using a clamp. Moreover, just as useful for holding hinges in position while marking out and pre-drilling the screw holes.

A quality hotmelt glue gun works amazingly well, should not circum to clogs or leaks, and able to accept standard, extra strong to dual temperature glue sticks.