Title: Remove excess glue.
Course: Cabinetmaking I (17007-I) > Section: Finishing Surfaces

Definition

Removal should include immediately wiping away excess glue with a clean, damp rag or damp toothbrush for open-grained wood, or letting the glue dry and using a scraper to remove.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why should excess glue be removed?
- How can glue removal extend tool life?
- How does improper or incomplete glue removal affect staining and finishing?