DArk SIde Glue..........Yes there is such a thing!
GIdday:D
Those of you that see me around a bit know that I love to do a bit of researching and share information with Forum Members. At the moment I'm developing a Dark Side attraction to animal Hide glues.
I'm really interested if there are any forum members out there who regularly use hot animal hide glues and could shed some light on this truely dark side topic???
As I dig deeper I'm finding more and more great information on Hot Hide Glues but have had little luck tracking down a supplier thats really in 'the know' about Hide Glues; preparation and their application!!!!
My interest comes from the great advantages of using a good hide glue:
It bonds to itself regardless of age negating the need for perfect clean ups to re apply glue
It can be re activated and deactivated to help with repairs and restorations
Once fully cured it does not creep
AND aparently if prepared and mixed correctly cures stronger than modern PVA type glues.
Master furnature restorers swear by the stuff ................. So why arn't we all using it???
Any further information comments observations really appreciated!!!!!!
REgards Lou:D:D:D
Horses for Courses.................Or?
Gidday:)
Well its great to hear that theres a few Forum members round 'the traps' that are using Hot Hide Glue. It appears that there is a general belief that Hot Hide Glue is an inferior adhesive product and a major hassle to use paricularly by those who have had little experience with its use.
This I must admit is a belief that I held myself until recently developing an interest in Hot Hide Glues and their capabilities. If you are worried about hide glue joints being weaker than PVA,you can set your mind to rest. Testing shows that, under shear stress, the wood around the joint fails before the glue line.
This is true of both adhesives. PVA (White & Yellow Glue) and hide glue bonds are usually
described with the oft used phrase, “stronger than the wood itself”
which means that neither glue will create a weak point in a properly
executed joint.Remember if your glue is stronger than your wood, why worry
about how much stronger?.
Don’t be intimidated by those who say how hard it is to mix, or how
expensive the equipment is; Be creative. In the Hobby shop craftsmans
studio or small production shop perhaps there is a case for re examining
the use of quality hot hide glues.
For my own Woodworking adventure I have decided that examining and
testing its use is an absolute must!!
Indeed it appears that there are a number of major benefits & advantages
to having Hot Hide Glue in your adhesive arsenel. PArticularly when it comes
to crafting HEIRLOOM and fine furnature pieces.
HOT HIDE GLUE...........An almost forgotten gift from THE DARK SIDE;)
REgards Lou:D:D:D
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