Bonding acoustic foam is not as easy as it may look. It takes a special type of glue to bond this material perfectly.

In this article, I’ll tell you about the best adhesive for acoustic foam, how to use acoustic foam and acoustic panels, and other information that will help you.

If you’re a starting musician, you’ll want to make your room soundproof with acoustic foam or acoustic panels.

But if it doesn’t stick to the wall, then what do you do? You change your adhesive because you likely chose a bad one.

Keep reading to learn more about my top glues for acoustic foam panels, a handy buying guide, and how you can safely bond soundproof foam!

Types of Glue for Acoustic Foam

Specific projects require specific adhesives, and the same goes for acoustic foam projects due to the need for sound absorption.

You can’t just use anything because you might make a mess, and the bond won’t be long-lasting. For acoustic foam projects, you’ll need:

• Liquid Nails – This glue will hold the acoustic foam and acoustic panel in place for long periods. It sets very quickly, and the bond is strong, even when submitted to impacts and shocks. It can even resist harsh weather conditions.
• PVA Wood Glue – Do you want to bond acoustic foam to wood panels? Then PVA Wood Glue is your best choice. Once dry, the bond is clear and shiny, with high impact resistance and super holding strength.
• Spray-On Adhesives – With a spray can, you won’t need to get dirty at all. You can spray the foam and the wooden panels, clamp them, and that’s it. The process is very quick and effective.

Check out my guide on liquid nails vs. wood glue to see which one is better than the other.

Best Glues for Acoustic Foam & Acoustic Treatment

Read below to learn more about what glues are recommended for acoustic foam.

1. Loctite Performance Adhesive

I will say it again – Loctite Performance Adhesive is your best bet for acoustic foam. It dries clear, has a strong bond resistant to impacts and shocks, and is very easy to use.

This adhesive is mostly used for home repairs and lightweight objects, both porous and non-porous. Loctite Performance Adhesive is super tacky and very affordable for what it offers.

However, the glue may feel off after some time, so you’ll need to reapply it eventually. I’m saying this from personal experience.

Moreover, the nozzle could get clogged from time to time. Still, Loctite Performance Adhesive is a great option for bonding acoustic foam and soundproofing panels and adhesive squares.

2. Auralex Acoustics Spray Adhesive

If you want to mount acoustic foam on the wall efficiently, Auralex Spray Adhesive is an excellent option. It’s easy to use, has a great bonding strength, and uses a unique spray pattern that aids in bonding efficiency.

You can choose between a permanent and temporary bonding option, but I recommend the permanent option. The adhesive contains more solids than other spray adhesives, which makes it better.

Still, you’ll find that it’s more expensive than other adhesives, and it may not work on painted walls.

3. Ultimate Acoustics Adhesive Spray

A highly versatile glue like the Ultimate Acoustics Spray delivers a long-lasting bond that’s super sticky and highly resistant to impact and shock. The web-spray nozzle improves application efficiency and ease of use.

The low soak quality of the spray helps you attach the acoustic foam much faster to the wall. You can use Ultimate Acoustics Adhesive Spray on paper, wood, metal, and other materials.

Because this is a solvent-based glue, it’s ideal for working with acoustic foam, though the vapors can be quite toxic, and its nature is also not eco-friendly.

4. 3M Foam Spray Adhesive

For a fast and efficient bonding experience with acoustic foam, 3M Foam is one of the best glues I can recommend.

This adhesive was specially made for acoustic panels, so it’s non-toxic and extremely powerful. But you should pay attention when applying it.

Moving the foam after it has bonded may break it down because the bond is very sturdy and non-flexible. I recommend getting the position right on your first try and avoiding moving the foam from its place.

While the lace-spray mode can be quite messy, it is easy to use glue. It has a quick repair capacity, but you may not be able to control the spray so precisely.

It is compatible with most types of soundproof foam panels.

5. Command Picture Hanging Strips

If you’re not into glue, you could use hanging strips for the acoustic foam panels. This will help you keep the walls undamaged while you bond the foam panels.

The Command Picture Hanging Strips are very easy to use, leave no mess behind, and are non-toxic.

You can safely remove the strips to reposition the panels if you make a mistake. The bonding strength is high, but the command strips are not reusable.

There’s also a weight limit to all the objects you can hang on the wall.

The Command Picture Hanging Strips are excellent if you want to move the panels often. But you’ll need a new pack of command strips for every repositioning.

It works with most soundproofing materials.

Buying Guide

When you choose an adhesive for acoustic foam or acoustic panels, you need to understand a couple of things.

Several factors dictate whether the adhesive you choose is good for sound dampening or not. First, though, we should discuss the definition of acoustic foam adhesive.

This adhesive bonds the acoustic foam to walls to dampen sound waves.

Its characteristics need to be specially designed for this type of project to conserve the sound-dampening properties of the foam as much as possible.

You also need to have a good plan to do a good job. You should take some time to think things through before you start gluing. This will help you do a good job and increase your efficiency.

Do you own a recording studio or home studio and will be using a corner bass trap or studio foam wedges? Command strip? Sound quality and flutter echo will also play a role. These are factors to take into account.

Many adhesives are toxic and emit toxic fumes that may choke you out. I recommend reading the manufacturer’s instructions and ventilating the room you’re working in. You should also keep children away from your workplace.

Application instructions should also be followed to avoid damaging walls or your ceiling.

Wrap Up

In terms of efficiency, versatility, tensile strength, and performance, Loctite 200 High-Performance Spray Adhesive is the best glue for acoustic foam.

You can choose any adhesive on this list, but our number one should do a great job. You won’t need to choose a replacer since Loctite High-Performance Spray is all you need.

If you have other questions, feel free to leave them below, and I’ll be sure to reply!