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29th May 2020, 05:34 PM #1Senior Member
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Difficulties Gluing/laminating Spotted Gum?
Hi folks,
I am planning to build another workbench, this time from DAR Spotted Gum. The whole structure (top and legs) is essentially 2 layers of 30mm thick boards so quite a fair bit of laminating.
I have heard that it is difficult to glue up strongly, so I am wondering how it is best for me to doso.
Glues that I have available to me:
- Titebond 3
- West Systems epoxy
What would you suggest, and how would you go about laminating to ensure a rock solid joint?
Thanks in advance!
Cheers,
Siggy
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29th May 2020, 06:49 PM #2Woodworking mechanic
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Titebond III would be fine. Wipe the wood down with acetone before gluing to remove any residue.
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30th May 2020, 01:40 AM #3
- Andy Mc
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31st May 2020, 09:43 AM #4
I can say I’ve had a few headaches with spotted gum. But wiping acetone right before the glue up has given me perfect results. Unfortunately due to that I tend to stay away from it unless a client has specified it.
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1st June 2020, 04:31 PM #5
It is best to glue up a bench top in one thickness rather than two layers. Like this ||||||||||||. How wide are you'r 30mm boards.
Regards
John
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5th June 2020, 02:40 PM #6SENIOR MEMBER
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Polyurethane glue is a better option for spotted gum. Due to the high silica content is why other glues fail.
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