Water-based adhesives, sometimes referred to as waterborne adhesives, are one-part systems that create bonds as water evaporates or is absorbed by the substrate. Formulated with both natural or synthetic materials, these adhesives are typically used in applications that don't require moisture resistance. They work particularly well on porous substrates such as wood, paper, textiles, cardboard, and certain plastics. Ellsworth Adhesives supplies water-based adhesives from top manufacturers like 3M and HB Fuller.