Making glue joints should include
- gluing both sides of the contact pieces
- pressing the pieces flat
- wiping away excess glue
- binding the pieces together to dry with clamp, vise, or other binder
- ensuring stability.
Process/Skill Questions:
- When would a glue joint be preferable to a joint that uses fasteners?
- What types of glue are used for wood? What types of glue are used for metal?
- What might affect the required length of drying time?
- What types of fasteners may be used to strengthen a glue joint without being visible?