Quakehold! 99111 2.64-Ounce Museum Putty, Neutral/Crème , White

I'm combining reviews of the three related products from the same company, because being able to contrast the pro and cons (and intended use) of each, would have helped me when I bought them. First off, Museum Putty and Quakehold Putty are the same thing. It say so in the leaflet that come with it. They have two different names just to market to different users. They also make Quakehold Gel, and Museum Wax. Gel requires a sealed surface, and says not to use on wood. It is clear, and if you need to anchor a clear vase to a glass shelf, this is your product. I found it is also the most difficult to work with, so take that into account. It has a very slow motion ooze to it (like very, very thick honey), and I simply could not get it to stick to a crystal vase (to apply it directly to the vase) - I had to apply it to the shelf, and put the vase on it. Once I gave it time to "set" (and cleaned up the extra that oozed out), it did hold the vase well, and is virtually invisible. Wax is what you want for anchoring something to a wooden surface. It's a soft white color (translucent in a thin layer) that isn't obtrusive under most items. It's not hard like candle wax, it's soft, and feels like it's been liquified and whipped (incorporating air), then allowed to cool. I have no idea how they make it, I'm just talking about what it feels like. It's relatively easy to work with for the first few items, but if you are doing a lot, it gets somewhat annoying. Traces of wax stick to your fingers, and clings to the wax you are trying to attach to your item. Wipe(scrub) your fingers on paper towels in between, but eventually you'll need to wash your hands in water as hot as you can stand. It does come off. Putty is the easiest to work with. To me, it's something between cream and ivory colored, also unobtrusive under most items. Also needs a sealed surface. Though they say you can use it on finished wood, they also caution that it may lift the finish. Why risk it? Use the Museum Wax - people have been waxing wood for many centuries... I have used it on painted wood however, and it hasn't seemed to do any harm to that. I bought all of these about three months ago, and used them on the appropriate surfaces. I could live without the Gel (just don't need in in my circumstances) - I only found one place for it, but it's held well. On the other hand, the Wax and the Putty are two things I wish I'd found years ago! I have a litter of teenage cats that practically bounce off the walls when they are playing and chasing each other. Since I've used these stuff on nearly everything breakable within their reach, they have not managed to knock over a single thing! Vase/candleholder/picture frames/knicknacks/etc on tables, glass bottles on window sill, glass and ceramic food storage containers on the kitchen counters, the external hard drive on the desk, even the tippy charging stand for the headphones... (Once you start, you keep finding new uses.) One suggestion that is a bit different from the instructions, particularly with stuff that has a rimmed edge - rather than making small balls of the stuff, make small worms. You still space it out around the item (not the whole bottom nor whole perimeter), but it makes it easier to control, and less chance of some oozing out. Also, a little goes a long way. I've used perhaps a third of a jar of the Wax, and a bit more than three quarters of a packet of the Putty. I already have a spare packet of the putty though - I refuse to ever again be without a supply of both of these! Hope this helps!

Has worked very well in a variety of ways for several years; held the bottom of the wooden frame for a large fabric art piece so it stayed level; kept Home Grown collectibles on top of refrigerator from falling over when the doors were shut too hard. Moved two years ago, top of this refrigerator must get warmer as putty seemed to "ooze" out from the objects. Removed putty easily and cleaned off with Goo Gone; trying a different type now, but would use this again in a smaller amount if needed.

The museum putty is an exceptional product that consistently exceeds expectations. Having used it in the past, I was compelled to purchase four additional units and intend to acquire more for an upcoming event. Its malleability allows for effortless application, and it adheres securely without causing any damage to walls, doors, or other surfaces. Impressively, it supports a substantial amount of weight, making it both practical and reliable. I strongly recommend this product for anyone seeking a versatile and effective mounting solution.

I use this clay/putty to secure my mugs on a shelf and it works perfectly. It’s sturdy, easy to use, and keeps everything in place without showing. My display looks great and I don’t have to worry about anything sliding around.

I have a very old antique Satsuma vase. It's construction is interesting in that the bottom was made separately from the top so they need to be balanced together but do not lock together. Tricky. I purchased this product 30 years ago because I lived in the San Francisco Bay area and needed to ensure in the event of tremors, or even an actual earthquake, that it would not break. It worked all those years; however, I realized I wanted for my own sense of comfort to refresh the earthquake glue. I gently pulled the pieces apart which took quite a bit of strength. I soaked the bottom of both parts in vinegar just where the old earthquake glue was located. I was shocked that it came off so easily after soaking for 48 hours. It did require two different soaks in pure white vinegar and quite a bit of patience to remove all of the old glue, but it did come off. I applied new "earthquake glue" and the vase now sets safely atop the marble mantle over the fireplace in the great room. Safely is the operative word since we moved from the Northern California earthquake zone to the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Ha! Out of the frying pan into the fire as they say. At least we can take precautions and then not worry about it.

Seems like it would be great and appears to provide a strong hold when first used, but repeatedly I have come back to items secured with this a day later to find out that the putty has spread out into a thin puddle and completely lost it's grip.

Works perfectly to hold trinkets down on a shelf!

Quakehold 99111 is an absolute game-changer for anyone wanting to display decorative art without fear of slips or shakes! This putty is incredibly easy to use—simply knead a small piece, press it under your decor, and watch it work. What truly impressed me is its perfect balance of grip and flexibility. Even my heaviest ceramic vase and a bulky sculptural bookend stayed firmly anchored on a wobbly shelf during a simulated quake—zero movement! Yet, removing or repositioning items is a breeze, leaving no residue or damage behind (a dream for renters!). The minimal setup time is handy: I spent seconds applying it, and it held strong immediately. No curing, no mess, just reliable security. If you want peace of mind without sacrificing style, Quakehold! 99111 is worth every penny. The unseen hero my shelf decor needed!

My cats knock everything over 🥲 works amazing for keeping stuff on my shelves. Also use it for other stuff on my desk that I don’t want sliding around. Easy to remove. Doesn’t leave any residue

Excellent for keeping items in place without damaging furniture or walls

Arrived on time. Very useful product

I like this much more than that blue stuff.

This stuff is fantastic. If you have picture frames you constantly have to straighten up, get museum putty!