Rice glue

Rice glue is a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. Its impact has been felt in different aspects of daily life, from the social to the economic sphere. Over the years, Rice glue has generated discussions and debates in various sectors, causing significant changes in the way certain problems are addressed. In this article, we will thoroughly explore Rice glue and its influence on today's society, analyzing its different dimensions and highlighting its relevance today.

Rice glue can be made from cooked sticky rice (or sometimes regular white rice) and water

Rice glue (Japanese: 続飯, romanized: sokui) is a gel or liquid adhesive made of a smooth mush of well-cooked white rice, diluted to the desired thickness with water.[1][2] It has been used since antiquity for various arts and crafts; for instance, it is a woodworking[1] and paper glue.[2] When dried, it is transparent.[2] Rice glue is notable for containing no acids which can degrade the materials it holds together.

It is still used in modern times to reversibly assemble joints; after it has dried, the glue can be soaked,[1] steamed, or split to re-open the joint;[1] on a small wood joint, the glue is resistant to tens of minutes of water immersion.[3]

It is sometimes mixed 1:1 with urushi lacquer to make nori-urushi (Japanese term), which is darker and dries faster than undiluted lacquer, and is used in making lacquerware.[1]

Rice glue is frequently used in Japan and in China.

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References

  1. ^ a b c d e Friesen, Dave (27 October 2015). "Making Sokui (Rice Paste Glue) - Historical Knifemaking". Crossed Heart Forge.
  2. ^ a b c "Mend a Paper or Shoji Screen". www.japangarden.co.uk.
  3. ^ Friesen, Dave (28 March 2014). "Sokui (Rice Paste Glue) Strength Testing". Crossed Heart Forge.