Applications of adhesives in textiles: A review

Adhesives are effective bridging substances with huge application and market demand. Their application areas are gradually expanding from the traditional wood and construction industries to light chemical engineering as well as medicine and textile industries. This review discusses the composition, bonding mechanisms, synthesis methods and application characteristics of textile-related adhesives. Based on their origin, adhesives are divided into three categories: natural, synthetic and natural/synthetic composite. In a comprehensive study, we further explore the role of adhesives in the development of textiles. This review will facilitate the development of future textiles with functionality, intelligence and diversified applicability.