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Jenny Steel

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Joined: 2004-02-03
Location: Ottawa, Canada

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Subject : Polyvinyl Emulsion
Posted : 2004-02-03 11:09 PM
Post #31262
After not being able to get the hang of veneering using hide glue I discovered your vacupress and, luckily, have your hobbyist model that I have used for a couple of small items with success. I am now venturing into bigger and more important pieces so want to be sure that I"m doing everything correctly. For my smaller pieces I used Lee Valley 202GF Cabinet makers glue which seems to be holding up very well. According to the label this contains "50% solids with polyvinyl emulsion in water" it is not flammable and has no significant hazards. It sets up quickly - about 1 hour and is very easy to work with as it cleans up with water.

I'd like other thoughts on using this type of glue for veneering.

Thanks
Jenny Steel




 
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Darryl Keil

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Subject : RE: Polyvinyl Emulsion
Posted : 2004-02-04 7:26 PM
Post #31264 - In reply to #31262
Jenny,

The glue you are using sounds like a fine PVA glue for general veneering although I have not used it personally to know its specific properties. The important thing is to know when to step up to a catalytic glue that bonds and cures by chemical reaction rather than moisture absorbsion. Burls, crotches and other delicate veneers need this kind of glue for a high level bond that will resist any movement by the veneer. I suggest having both on hand and trying both to see what you think.

Sincerely
Darryl Keil
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