On Wed, 20 Dec 2006 22:20:46 -0500, "C & E"
wrote:


"Kenneth" wrote in message
.. .

Howdy,

I have some vague recollection that the addition of vinegar
will retard the setup of white glue.

Is that correct? Is there another, or better way?

This is, by the way, for a very low strength application,
but I would love to be able to extend the setup time if I
could.

Sincere thanks,
--
Kenneth

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Why not switch to a glue made for extended working time? I believe Titebond
II fills that description. If not someone will let us know.


Well be careful because it is easy to confuse things.
TiteBond II has a short open time of 5min
TiteBond III has an open time of 10min

Those are both from the Standard Line

They have a Shop Line and that includes the *Extend* products and
these have open times of 12-15min.....IIRC

BTW- Vinegar will act as a solvent for these glues and we've used it
to loosen up cured glue. I've heard of others using it to thin out
overly thick glue but I would not do this for any case where strength
was an issue.

You can also extend the open time of any wood glue by following a few
simple steps. It may be a bit messy but will work to give you an
additional 4-5min.

Apply a very generous coat of glue to both surfaces. and wait 2-3 min.
If possible go about some of your tasks. Then apply another generous
coat over the previous.
Because the first coat gets sucked into the wood, the second coat has
a tendency to cure slower than normal. The bond will be OK because the
first coat bonds well to the second coat and the first coat gets into
the woods pores.......I think...
I have tested the results of this several time and always get wood
failure.

Good Luck,
J