This wide range of epoxy adhesives and polyester resins is produced mostly as two-component systems. Curing is effected by the reactions of a resin and a hardener.

These adhesives are sold as emulsions and are ready to use.

The solvents are usually highly flammable (hydrocarbons, esters or ketones) but are sometimes non-flammable chlorinated hydrocarbons. This risk assessment also covers paint strippers that use similar solvents.

Adhesives mainly used to hold textiles together temporarily or to affect a repair. Other compliant materials are often held together by glues of many different types.