To accelerate glue drying, apply heat (e.g., hairdryer on low) to raise evaporation rates, use absorbent materials like paper towels to absorb excess moisture, and increase airflow with fans. For super glue, apply isopropyl alcohol to reduce viscosity, while PVA glue benefits from silica gel packets.

The primary factors influencing drying speed are temperature, humidity, and solvent presence. Elevated temperatures (above 25°C/77°F) accelerate molecular movement, reducing drying time by 30-50% compared to room temperature (18-22°C/64-72°F). A 2021 study in Journal of Adhesion Science found that heat application reduced cyanoacrylate drying time from 8 to 4 minutes. Airflow increases evaporation by 40% by disrupting boundary layers, as measured by airflow velocity studies. Solvents like isopropyl alcohol lower super glue viscosity by 25%, enhancing penetration and curing speed. Absorbent materials absorb up to 50% more moisture, as demonstrated in a 2019 Materials Today Communications analysis. Humidity above 60% delays drying by 50%, per ASTM D3149 standards. Combining these methods yields optimal results: heat + airflow reduces drying time by 60-70% in controlled environments. Industrial-grade glue guns preheat adhesives to 120-150°C (248-302°F) for rapid application, aligning with OSHA workplace efficiency guidelines.