How to Glue Wood Joints
The gluing of wood joints may seem to some like an easy task, but if not done correctly the joined pieces of wood may come apart soon after gluing. This wastes time and can be very frustrating. It can also be a safety hazard if the joint being glued is on a piece of furniture that someone could fall off. With just a little planning and preparation a joint that needs to be glued can be done right the first time. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper or steel wool
- Clamps
- Vinegar
- Small brush
- Putty knife
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Instructions
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Clean all surfaces being glued completely. Make sure that any old glue has been removed. Use sandpaper or steel wool to remove the old glue. Some people use vinegar to remove old glue, if this is done, make sure the surfaces being glued are completely dry before proceeding.
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Examine the joint before gluing and make sure it has a good fit. The joint should not fit too tight because not enough glue will remain on the wood to do a proper job. Inversely if the fit is too loose the glue will not perform properly because there will be too much play in the joint.
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Apply a thin coat of wood glue evenly on both pieces with a small brush and allow to dry until tacky. This is called sizing and will allow for a better fit for the joint.
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Apply a second coat of wood glue evenly to each piece of the joint. Make sure that the glue is not put on in a thick cushion but a thin even layer. This will make for a better bond.
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Clamp the two pieces of the joint together and let cure for the recommended amount of time according to the instructions on the wood glue. Any beads of glue that squeeze out along the joint should be allowed to dry and are gently scraped off with a putty knife.
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