Balsa Wood
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Nelda
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What would you use on Balsa Wood instead of Hot Glue? Something that dries quickly & be somewhat strong, I'm making "Shadow Box's". Ran onto a deal..100 sheets of Balsa Wood for $ 3.00 they wanted $8.00!!
8 answers
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Tacky glue or Elmer's wood glue
Robin M
on Jan 26, 2014
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Thanks robin...I thought about those too. I just dont want to have to sit & hold a piece in place. Of the two I think Elmer's Wood Glue would serve better.OR maybe I just need to take my time when using the hot glue, maybe spread it with a stick or something. It would have to be done fast or it will dry & I'll have to remove it! Thanks again
Nelda
on Jan 26, 2014
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We used many sizes and thickness' of BALSA for a school competition where the structure was judged on weight bearing and design and we used SUPER GLUE to construct it. IT must have worked since we won First Prize and it held a surprising amount of weight--way more than the contest asked it to! Just be careful of it on your skin but if it gets on RUB your fingers etc to get it to ball up and peel off--or soak it in nail polish remover.
Comet
on Jan 26, 2014
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Thick super glue and accelerator if needed. or this, a new better product http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2085188/44913/Nexabond-2500-Instant-Wood-Glue.aspx
Spheramid Enterprises
on Jan 27, 2014
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Comet, Cant thank you enough! Dont know why I didnt think of Super Glue, the most weight it will be holding is a med. size seashell (several plus few other goodies). I'll post pictures on Sow & Dipity's facebook.Ran into a great deal on Balsa Wood over 100 sheets for $3.00
Nelda
on Jan 27, 2014
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3 - 5 seconds radio controlled airplane glue at the hobby shop, very strong and fast
Castlevisions, Inc.
on Jan 28, 2014
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Thanks Castlevisions.... thats what I need something FAST! But projects are going on the hold list for a bit, Carpel Tunnel kicked into high gear. I'd like to thank everyone who took the time to answer...Crafty people are the best!
Nelda
on Jan 28, 2014
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wood glue. Elmer's wood glue is great...and strong and will not leave any tell tale signs like super glue. Just put it on and wipe off any excess. I use Gorilla glue on heavier pieces. The elmers dries clear and does not leave globs like Super glue.
Terra Gazelle
on Aug 25, 2015
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