Glue Brick
Glue for Brick
To glue different materials to brick, you need the right brick adhesive. With so many options available, how do you know which is the best brick adhesive? We’ll explain why Adiseal adhesive & sealant is the ultimate solution for bonding wood to brick, metal to brick, stone to brick, plastic to brick and more. It is suitable for both interior applications as well as an exterior brick adhesive.
Choosing the Right Adhesive on Brick – Why Strong Adhesion Matters
When gluing different materials to brick, not just any adhesive will do. While there are many options available, the key is to find an adhesive that creates a strong and lasting bond between the brick and the other material. This is particularly important if the item will be used outdoors, where the adhesive needs to remain flexible, UV resistant, and waterproof. Choosing the right brick adhesive is essential to achieving a secure and durable bond that will stand the test of time.
Why Adiseal is the best adhesive on brick
Strongest in independent test
In an independent adhesive strength test conducted by Ultimate Handyman, Adiseal outperformed the competition by over 3 times. So much so, that the screws holding the test rig down began to rip out, forcing the test on Adiseal to be stopped. This speaks to the incredible strength of Adiseal, making it the ultimate choice for any project requiring a powerful adhesive that can withstand even the toughest conditions.


Instant Grab
Adiseal adhesive & sealant has high initial grab, but for even more initial gripping power, try Adiseal Hi-Grab adhesive. While the final bond strength of both construction adhesives is comparable, Adiseal Hi-Grab provides an extra-strong initial hold. In the example below, we’ve demonstrated the impressive initial grab of the Adiseal adhesive sealant on both dry and wet brick surfaces.


Adiseal Hi-Grab construction adhesive is the perfect solution when you need a reliable hold on vertical surfaces but don’t have time to use temporary supports. When items are stuck to a vertical surface, they tend to slide down until the adhesive dries, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. However, with Adiseal Hi-Grab’s instant grab feature, you can eliminate the need for temporary supports, saving both time and labor costs. This makes Adiseal Hi-Grab the ideal choice for any project that requires quick and easy adhesion on vertical surfaces.
When there’s no need for an extra high instant grab adhesive, we recommend using the standard Adiseal adhesive & sealant for bonding applications. While Adiseal Hi-Grab offers exceptional gripping power, it’s a much thicker product that requires a lot more force to push the items closer together. In situations where a regular adhesive will suffice, Adiseal adhesive & sealant provides an excellent bond with less force required for application. This makes it the perfect choice for bonding applications where a strong and reliable hold is needed, without the need for an instant grab feature.
Why Epoxy Adhesives May Not Be Ideal for Bonding to Brick
While epoxy adhesives can technically be used to bond items to brick, they may not provide the best or most durable results. Here are some of the issues you may encounter when using epoxy on brick:
Problems with mastic adhesives on brick
Problems with contact adhesives on brick
It’s possible to bond light sheet materials with a contact adhesive but it won’t be suitable for more heavy duty applications. Other problems with contact adhesives include:
How to attach wood to brick
If you want to attach wood to brick, Adiseal is a reliable adhesive that creates a strong and long-lasting bond for both interior and exterior applications. Follow these steps for best results:
Details of how to attach wood to brick.
- Clean surface
Prior to applying the adhesive, it is vital to have clean surfaces where the adhesive will be applied between the wood to brick. Make sure both surfaces are free from any dust, grease, paint or any other dirt. Using a fine brush like a painting brush will help remove fine dust.
- Apply adhesive
Apply Adiseal to one material. Try to cover as much surface area as possible to get the strongest bond.
- Push wood to brick
Firmly push the wood to the brick, ensuring that it is aligned correctly.
- Temporary supports
Although not always necessary, if the wood starts to slide away, use temporary supports until the adhesive dries.
When attaching wood to brick, it’s important to consider that wood can absorb moisture from the air and expand or contract. For this reason a flexible adhesive like Adiseal is recommended to glue brick to wood.
How to attach metal to brick
To stick metal to brick, Adiseal will provide a very strong, long lasting, flexible & waterproof bond. To get the strongest bond, it is vital to have clean surfaces where the adhesive will be applied to.
Oil can be applied to some metals to stop them from rusting. To get a good bond, this oil needs to be removed first before applying the adhesive. Adisolve is ideal at removing oil, grease, tar & many other stubborn deposits.
Additionally, scratching the surface of the metal can help the adhesive stick better. Be sure to clean the surface after scratching to remove any loose debris.
How to stick plastic to brick
How to bond stone, tile, masonry, ceramic & concrete to brick
To bond stone, tile, masonry, ceramic, and concrete to brick, follow the steps outlined above. However, due to the weight of these items, it’s more likely that temporary supports will be needed. Alternatively, the Adiseal Hi-Grab adhesive is a suitable option to avoid using temporary supports.
Adiseal is an effective adhesive for sticking various types of stone, including marble, granite, travertine, and slate, as well as many other types of stones.
Glue for brick
It is also possible to glue to brick using our Adiglue product. However, it’s important to note that Adiglue is less flexible and not as strong as Adiseal construction adhesive and construction sealant.
To showcase the bonding strength of Adiglue on brick, we’ve tested it by gluing bricks together and also attaching MDF wood to the bricks. Prior to applying Adiglue, it’s crucial to seal the bricks and MDF with Adiglue Activator to prevent them from soaking up the liquid glue. Sealing of the brick or other porous materials is not necessary with our construction adhesive Adiseal.

Glue to brick other items with Adiseal
Exterior brick adhesive
When it comes to attaching something to brick in exterior applications, you need an adhesive that can withstand the elements. Adiseal is an excellent choice for an exterior brick adhesive as it remains flexible, UV-resistant, and waterproof.
Pro tip: If there’s a chance of water running behind the item, it’s best to apply the exterior brick adhesive in thin vertical strips. This allows any water to run down instead of building up on top of the adhesive, which can freeze and expand in cold temperatures and put extra pressure on the adhesive.
It can also be manufactured in any RAL colour.
Visit our detailed guide on adhesives for more information on adhesives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glue For Brick
Adiseal is the best adhesive to use on brick. It has proven to be the strongest adhesive in an independent test. Adiseal is a versatile adhesive that is flexible, waterproof, high gap fill, high grab, UV resistant, and can bond almost any type of material to brick.
To remove brick adhesive, you can use a sharp tool such as a knife or chisel. However, it’s important to exercise caution and not damage the brick surface. Most chemical adhesive removers are not effective on brick adhesive that is not solvent-based.
In most cases, brick is porous and can soak up liquid glue or adhesive. However, Adiseal adhesive and sealant does not require brick to be sealed beforehand, as it will not soak into the brick.
Yes, Adiseal is suitable at sticking items to brick in interior and exterior applications. It remains flexible, UV resistant & waterproof making Adiseal a great exterior brick adhesive.
If you have a loose brick, Adiseal can be used to glue it back into place. Adiseal creates a long-lasting, flexible bond that will keep the brick in place. The Adiseal Hi-Grab product is perfect for this task as it provides a higher initial grab. However, it’s important to note that the professional method for fixing loose bricks is to use mortar.