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Glue creep

Glue creep: What is it? Why does it happen? How do you prevent it? Reason I ask is: I've noticed that some (not all) of my projects have developed a little tiny ridge in the glue lines over time (weeks to months). Feels like glue squeeze-out, but on a microscopic level, if you can...
- Monty
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- Jan 16, 2006
- creep glue
- Replies: 17
- Forum: General Woodworking
Glue for Barrel Hinge

First time putting barrel hinges on small box. Certainly seems like you need to add epoxy or something so it won't fall out and I figure Tite Bond won't work on metal. It's the 5mm hinge that doesn't have a set screw for tightening as some of the larger ones do. Sure, I could find something to...
- sapwood
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- Dec 23, 2005
- barrel glue hinge
- Replies: 5
- Forum: General Woodworking
P
Gorilla glue

Anyone out there use this stuff? It is strong as heck but I can never seem to manage the foaming situation that comes with this glue. I like this stuff a lot but it sure does make a mess for me. Any tips?
- PrplHrtJarHead
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- Dec 1, 2005
- glue gorilla
- Replies: 5
- Forum: General Woodworking