Knowledge You Can Build On — Est. 1998
Elmer's Glue Stabilization
George Tyler,Louisa, VA
>Sometime during the past year, a message was posted describing how to use Elmer's glue as a soak to stabilize punky wood. I couldn't find it in the archives. I have a piece of box elder with some cracks and a punky section that I'd like to turn. Does anyone remember this or have a better solution ?? Thanks, George
Re: Elmer's Glue Stabilization
Fred in NC
>The recommended mix is 50/50 water and Elmer's white carpenter's glue. Submerge overnight, and wait until it is bone dry.
I would suggest processing a piece of scrap of the same thickness at the same time. You can cut the scrap piece to find out if it is dry, and how well it cuts. Also useful for experimenting with finishes.
Re: Elmer's Glue Stabilization
Wally Dickerman at Green Valley, Az.
>I made the original post on using White glue to "save" punky wood for turning. I've done this successfully several times. I suggest that you rough turn the piece as well as you can. Then soak if for up to 24 hours in the solution. Let it dry for several days, becuse the punky areas will soak up a lot of water. I've found a real plus in that some small cracks will just disappear. The water causes the wood to swell, and you're soaking it in glue, which seals the cracks.
Good luck,
Wally
See George?
Dominic Greco at home in Richboro, PA
>I told you someone here would know the answer!
And how's that for a fast response time? Just over ten minutes for your first response, and a little over 2 hours for the second. And both posts packed with information.
I said it once before, and I'll say it again, "What a resource we have here!"
See ya,
Dominic
