Prof Wonmug wrote:
On Tue, 8 Sep 2009 17:12:17 -0700 (PDT), "SonomaProducts.com"
wrote:

If you can really select anything on the planet then you couldn't do
better than System Three brand T-88 epoxy. This is what I use on my
Adirondack chairs in construction and I don't think you could find
anything better for a repair either

OK. The T-88 just arrived. I couldn't find it in anuy local stores, so
I ordered it online.

A very good epoxy, and probably well suited to this job because it's a
bit thicker than some and won't soak into the wood like water. It also
cures in a reasonable amount of time.

A couple of questions:

The wood is very VERY dry. It was never finished or sealed in any way.
It's been sitting in the sun for 4-5 years. The entire chair weighs
next to nothing.

Should I dampen the surfaces before applying t6he T-88?

NO. This is epoxy, not polyurethane glue.

If so, how much and how long beforehand?

Any other preparation? The surfaces are clean and (very) dry.

You mean like sanding or the like? You could, but I doubt it would make
a lot of difference. I would brush an initial coat on both surfaces and
let it soak in for a while (10 minutes or so; if memory serves, T-88
takes a good half hour or more to start getting thick), and brush on
more if the wood drinks it up; you don't want the mating surfaces
starved of glue. I still think the Titebond III would have been the
easier choice, but I think you'll be fine.

I was planning on using a cheap brush to apply the epoxy. Any better
suggestions?

Nope, that'll do it.

Thanks

PS: The bottle says to wear rubber gloves. Is that necessary for one
little patch?

Your call; I probably wouldn't. As I recall, the cleanup solvent for
this epoxy is white vinegar, so I would have some of that handy.

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