Components of adhesives and their influence on properties are considered. Typical properties of adhesives of various chemical nature are given, as well as properties of 450 brands of adhesives and adhesive tapes. Methods of surface preparation of various materials are given. The reference book contains information on surface preparation of various materials, methods of testing adhesives and adhesive joints, information on developers and suppliers of adhesives and adhesive tapes (addresses, telephones, brands of adhesives).