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Learn about the types of wood glue we frequently use in our workshops. Scott Bennett talks with Tom Johnson from ‪@johnsonrestoration‬ about wood glue and where to use each type in our furniture repair businesses. We also cover some pro tips to help educate our viewers.
The main types of glue we use in our workshops are PVA (aka carpenter's glue) and hide glue. Both of these wood glues require tight mating parts in order for the glue to hold properly. For parts where there are gaps between the pieces that can't be clamped closed, epoxy is the only glue that will work.
Hide glue can be purchased in pre-made containers or can be cooked up in batches from crystals. Tom shows how he cooks up a batch of hide glue. In this form, it's applied warm, which has the advantage of setting up faster as it cools.
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This video is hosted by Scott Bennett, Owner of Wooden It Be Nice - Furniture Repair in Brooklin, Ontario, Canada. WoodenItBeNice.ca
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@danieldegennaro5606 3 года назад

Both of you guys are terrific craftsmen and have made so many great videos. As a furniture maker and occasional woodshop teacher, I have especially enjoyed the repair techniques you both feature, Students slip up occasionally when making joints, or they may split a workpiece that has taken them a while to make. I can help them make almost invisible repairs and continue their projects. It gives them confidence that they can complete their projects in a timely manner, without leaving unsightly repairs. Thanks for all your efforts to produce high quality videos.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks Daniel for sharing that. Perhaps wood repairs should be part of all woodworking programs. One of my favourite woodworking phrases is "The difference between a good woodworker and a great one is that a great woodworker knows how to hide their mistakes." Cheers. Scott

@my_flippin_journey Год назад

@@FixingFurniture I'm not finding any other collaboration video's. *Are there more?*

@strongjohn10956 2 года назад

Long-term fan of Tom Johnson and only recently discovered this channel. What fun to see and hear two experts in furniture repair discuss a basic issue of the craft.

@africanhoopoetours 3 года назад

I was so so thrilled to see you chatting with Thomas Johnson. So great to see you guys together. Pls do lots more videos like this. You asked your subscribers who we follow and I mentioned Thomas Johnson. So we'll done. Greetings from Hermanus South Africa

@russdrummond7292 3 года назад

Wow! What a treat! Two of my favourite RU-vid channels in one. More collaborations please gentlemen!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Russ. It's encouraging. Scott

@sherrypayton6871 11 месяцев назад

Two of my favorite guys are having a chat and demonstration about glue! The more I learn from you two the more I realize I have so much more to learn. This was very useful info. I hope you two will do many more videos together because you are both just awesome! 💜

@FixingFurniture 11 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed the discussion Sherry. We may do more in the future... stay tuned! Scott

@davidcarroll4411 3 года назад

This has been very informative and enjoyable! My two favorite furniture repair experts!!!!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Wow, thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! Scott

@phillipneale6422 Месяц назад

Hi guys, I am from a repair cafe in the UK and have just started repairing an old wobbly carver style chair. Your video about glues hit the spot for me and I look forward to watching more of your shared discussions especially the future clamping methods. Thank you for sharing, regards Phil

@FixingFurniture Месяц назад

Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful Phil! Thanks for sharing that. I love that you're doing some work in a repair cafe. Scott

@charleslamont2963 2 дня назад

Your topic today was very timely for me as I try to plan my first antique walnut table leg repair. Ordered some hide glue. Great tips

@rayc.1396 3 года назад

Keep them coming. This was great, I learned more about hide glue than I did.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

That's great. Thanks for the feedback Ray! Scott

@redtailhandcrafteddesigns 3 года назад

I really enjoyed this video. Being that I do subscribe to both your and Tom's channels this was a real treat

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thank you Elliot, that's nice to hear. Scott

@lilyrose5806 3 года назад

So nice to have both the vloggers I follow on woodwork in the same vlog, great 👍

@lawrenceabeyta3808 Год назад

A dinning room chair arm needs repair and I just discovered this channel. It’s very informative for someone new to wood repair; I’ll have to watch others. Even if I don’t attempt to repair it myself, this gives me an idea about what to ask.

@JerrySmith-ih9rd Год назад

I’ve been a long time viewer of Thomas Johnson and just recently Fixing Furniture , both of which are very valuable to the DIY and the professional. As a recently retired finish carpenter of over 40 years, I am now starting to take in single pieces of broken furniture and repairing them in my workshop. These videos are like gold for me. Thanks.

@mariannedeangelo2319 3 года назад

LOVED IT! My two favorite workshops! Keep them coming, please.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you! Scott

@jonxie221 Год назад

In China, people use fish glue to fix antique wood furniture. This videos provides perfect answer to my question before I need to repair an antique nest table. Thank you!

@ronski50 3 года назад

Definitely the two best furniture repair and restoration content on youtube. Also, maybe a video on wood shaping tools, e.g.,files, shinto file, chisels, etc.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thank you for the complement and your idea of shaping wood. I'll add that top our list of possible topics.

@lisapie777 Год назад

Mr. Johnson has an absolute wealth of knowledge in his head! I watch his channel and learn something every time. Thank you both for sharing!

@Case2_0 2 года назад

The most ambitious crossover in history

@johngibson2244 3 года назад

I’ve been a huge fan of Tom’s for years. He makes excellent restoration videos and his expertise is second to none. I’ve incorporated his repair techniques, including glues into my work, although like you Scott, I use Titebond hide glue and it is nice to work with, is also reversible and cleans up easily. Great sharing of knowledge video. Would enjoy seeing more. Good job Scott.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for your feedback John. I appreciate that. Scott

@weekendatbernies2265 2 года назад

Most excellent discussion and format. Learned a lot !

@FixingFurniture 2 года назад

Thanks for the feedback. I have another collaboration video coming in a few weeks about why furniture breaks with a wood expert. Stay tuned! Scott

@justplainoldmein6010 3 года назад

👋🏻 From Texas! I have recently started saving furniture from ppl wanting to throw it out or custom painting pieces for ppl wanting a change to their old furniture. I try not to take on anything that needs major repairs because I’m no carpenter. That is my dads realm. However gluing is a constant on my projects. I appreciate you guys taking the time to explain different glues and their best uses. Your expertise is obvious and your videos are super helpful. I also appreciate the fact that a beginner like me can log on and quickly learn and follow your videos easily without needing a ton of previous knowledge in woodworking. Thanks again! ~Kayla-

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Kayla. Glad to know that our videos are helping you. Scott

@knickit 3 года назад

Always been a huge fan of Tom Johnson! Love how he brings back these heritage pieces back from the dead. Would love to see more of these 'resurrection pieces.' Heirlooms that are pretty much in shambles or a pile and restored to new condition. Especially if there are old photographs through the years of the furniture in use, the story becomes all the more richer once it's completed.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that. I'll keep that in mind for planning videos. Scott

@tedlym.3390 6 месяцев назад

Your tutorial on wood glue was great. Thank you,

@jamesshaverswoodworks3697 3 года назад

Great video, very instructive. Thomas Johnson is one of my hero’s. He should be enshrined! Good video

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@mrknittle532 3 года назад

I've been following Tom for quite awhile, but just discovered your channel (the wood finish ID video) as I'm becoming more involved in restoring my own furniture. I was ecstatic to see this video when I was searching for content on the different glues. I think this is a great format as you both are personable and very knowledgeable. I look forward to seeing many more collabs with you two!!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you for subscribing! Scott

@elendil354 3 года назад

Love the format! Professional, well thought out, informative and just the right tempo and level of detail! Great job!

@OIFEagle Год назад

Wow, two of my favorite restorers in one video! Awesome and educational collaboration!

@52535278 2 года назад

The two best wood working channels out there! Glad to see the collabertion!

@gsp0113 3 года назад

Excellent video; enjoyed it. I learned a lot from the two of you. Thanks!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching. Scott

@JeffHay 3 года назад

My two favorite furniture youtubers, working together. This was great, and pretty informative.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

That's great to hear. Thank you Jeff. Scott

@ChrisPadillaAZ Год назад

I like this format. I also enjoy the Trena trips. Thanks!

@steptoediy8935 3 года назад

Great video guys, watch both channels on a regular basis. Well done.

@randyhuber7108 Год назад

I thought the video was very educational. Both of you explain things very well. Enjoyed viewing this video. I’m a beginner and this really helps.

@eladbagan7932 3 года назад

That was great. Two world experts give advice, so I listen. Keep them coming

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your thoughts Elad. That's helpful. Scott

@evonnoneill8558 3 года назад

i have been a long term follower of Tom Johnson and his loving restoration and skills. I recently came across your videos and have admired your work. What a pleasant surprise to see you together. BTW, one of my first hand saws was a Japanese pullsaw. Love it

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Evonn! Scott

@yooper2186 3 года назад

Both my favorite guys in one video! This was really awesome !

@shihuna Год назад

Great video. I most appreciate the obvious years of actual experience both of you have. Thanks for being willing to share!

@carrieking1211 3 года назад

I've never viewed any wood working video's. I have learned so much from both of your experiences and how to go about glueing my wooden bed frame. I've never repaired this before. I knew being a bed frame it has to be done correctly. And thank you for sharing this. Gosh I need the proper clamp video now..lol You guys are great!!

@Judi-nz5hg 5 месяцев назад

Loved listening to the decades of experience and fellow respect. Now I’ll have to find the next one on clamps. Thanks so much for your generosity 👏🏻

@ellisc.foleyjr9778 3 года назад

Hi again Tom and Scott. well just could not resist watching this video again. and as always I come away learning more and more each time I watch you guys. hope to see more of you both combining your masterfull knowledge and show us some more can't wait till then thanks again to both of you and for sharing.

@michelboisvert5684 2 года назад

hi, I just subscribed to your channel and I'm a handyman and I love your channel I'm learning things I didn't know, I'm 77 years old and I'm still learning, bravo, bravo

@FixingFurniture 2 года назад

Thanks and welcome

@kimberlydrake8654 2 года назад

I love the format...fairly new subscriber to both channels....trying to soak up all I can! Thank you for sharing 😊kim

@FixingFurniture 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Kim! Thanks for subscribing. Scott

@mauricelevy9027 Год назад

My two favourites in restoration and repair of nice old furniture .Thanks to both of You from England .

@frankhynes4514 3 года назад

I am a newcomer to the game, did working in High School for three years back in the early '60s, now as a retired person i am pick up the hobby again. This channel has a great soundtrack no loud sounds in the background, is also a great pace to subject matter. Subject I like to see replacing wooden dowel, I was working on the headboard of rockering chair were this was the second repair for the rocker chair, first, one done with two dowel approach 1/2 inch dowel fill both hole and 1/4 inch dowel was used as the connecting to the headboard, Talked to a close friend of mine that made few rocking chairs, the large problem was drilling out a 1/2 inch hole in two side rails. I clamped the rocking chair down on my Shopsmith IV table and set Shopsmith up in the borehole configuration it took a while most of the afternoon to center align 1/2 inch post with 1/2 drill, then slow drilled out in several steps starting at 1/16, 1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, then 1/2 inch to 1.5 inches deep the outside post of the rocker now had a 1/2 inch hole 1.5 inches deep, were top of the post the wall was zero and at 1.5 inches had a wall that was 1/2 inch were posted diameter was 1.5 inches, We felt we needed to go that deep to pick up sidewall strength Keep doing what you are doing, I have not seen anything I would change just do more video Thank again for sharing

@billflynn818 Год назад

excellent video! Tow of my favorite furniture restorers in one place, who could ask for more! Loved the format by the way.

@FixingFurniture Год назад

Thanks for sharing that Bill. Thank you as well for being a subscriber! Scott

@puffkat68 2 года назад

Two of my favourite furniture restoration craftsman.

@roberthellebush8775 3 года назад

I've been a big fan of yours and Tom's channels for some time and I ESPECIALLY like when you work together. Looking forward to more... Happy New Year!!

@faycouch973 Год назад

This has been great, I love the video format and look forward to more . It’s informative to hear you ask each other questions about your individual techniques.

@kelliestanley8225 3 года назад

Really enjoyed the collaboration between yourself and Tom! Look forward to more in the future.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Kellie. Cheers. Scott

@bobbystanley8580 3 года назад

I am a huge fan of both channels

@lohikarhu734 2 года назад

Great stuff...I've followed Tom for quite a while, nice to see this 'Duet' ;-) Any more of these cooperative videos are welcome, they offer the slight (usually; -) ) differences between two craftsmen of different backgrounds, in different 'markets'

@jodyjohnsen 3 года назад

Woodworkers made their own glue 200 years ago? I need to try that!

@richardgroom988 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience, Looking forward to the clamping video

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks Richard, that's encouraging! Scott

@FranNoesse Месяц назад

Bourbon Moth Woodworking needs to watch this! In fact, that entire genre needs some glue education.

@sbjorgy 3 года назад

this is the first time I heard anything about hide glues. you guys are great teachers, thanks for the information

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Happy to help! Thanks for watching. Scott

@RowenOwl 3 года назад

This was fantastic! I especially liked the strength tests, it really helped to illustrate why the four corners of good gluing are so important. I'd love a video talking about the journey from beginner woodworker to business craftsmen with some ideas for guiding new and/or young woodworkers.

@mikedioguardi6322 Год назад

I loved this video from my 2 favorite woodworkers. Thank you both.

@FixingFurniture Год назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@FurnitureRefinishingStudio 3 года назад

Great video Scott. I always enjoy Tom.s insight and knowledge.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@dku001 2 года назад

This is a great video and I have learned a lot from both of you. Thanks for making this video together and explain the usages of different glue. Well done. Respect!

@terryrogers1025 6 месяцев назад

Gentlemen, thank you, a lot of information brought forward, i will be trying out your suggestions, and techniques on a couple of my projects, never to old to learn. Once again, thanks for the video, I enjoyed it.

@ellisc.foleyjr9778 3 года назад

I started out with Tom way back and recently found you Scott, and have been watching your videos, I love the expertise both of you have. Tom it goes with out saying is a Master at his craft. As are you too Scott. I really learn a lot from both of you. and also another one of Tom's followers "Lost Mountain down in Kenisaw GA" is another that I watch all three of you and I can see there is as much respect and admiration for all of you to each other. And that is commendable. I love this format and hope Both you and Tom do more I look forward to them thank you both for all that you do and best yet for sharing.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks Ellis, that's kind of you. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Scott

@peterroland6258 11 месяцев назад

I have just discovered your channel and appreciate your style of presentation and easy to follow explanations. I have very little wood working experience but have done a fair bit of work repairing fiberglass boats. West Systems has a product we call micro-balloons as a thickener for their epoxy. It is very light and floats into the air with the slightest air current or just opening the packet so breathing protection is certainly required when using it. An alternative thickening agent is talcum powder which works just as well but again protection is required. I was told a useful tip when applying epoxy to a vertical surface is to place acetate sheet over it to prevent runs with the added benefit of a nice smooth surface after the acetate is peeled off.

@kevinf6413 3 года назад

I was pretty excited to see the preview for this video. This video did not disappoint. As with other commenters, I too, subscribe to both channels. What would really be great is another collaboration video where the both of you discuss your finishing choices, preferences and techniques.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you! I like your suggestion and have added it to our idea list. Cheers. Scott

@chris-terrell-liveactive 3 года назад

I subscribe to Tom's channel as well and this combination of both your expertise and experience is very useful. Yes, more of these in future is a great idea.

@pc_load_letter1888 3 года назад

I love the collaboration. Great video.

@henrygee9501 2 года назад

Thank you gentlemen for sharing your knowledge🧠. Excellent video format.👍

@deemdoubleu 2 года назад

Thanks for this explanation, very helpful.

@andyallen7509 4 месяца назад

I’m brand new here to your vids. Awesome, I loved it. The format is a wonderful breath of fresh air. Looking forward to the future.

@FixingFurniture 4 месяца назад

Thanks and welcome. We have over 80 videos for you to enjoy! Cheers. Scott

@sthier24 2 года назад

I wanted to pound the like button 10 times! Thanks for sharing your knowledge

@altongansky 3 года назад

Very well done. One of the most useful, educational woodworking videos I’ve seen (and I’ve seen a lot of videos). I would love to see more like this. Thanks.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you! Scott

@paulogden7417 6 месяцев назад

Very helpful video, thanks gentlemen!

@DeLaC77 3 года назад

Fantastic! Long life for videos in this format!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Pablo. Scott

@wolfpack4694 2 года назад

Another one of life's great mysteries solved by two craftsmen whom I watch often. Well done gents! Thank you! I always wondered about that difference between hide glue and regular wood glue. I have found hide glue to be excellent and forgiving as I do some restoration of some old family pieces.

@FixingFurniture 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed this video! Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@donaldshields2483 Год назад

Very nice video I really enjoyed it I watch a lot Tom He seems to be pretty clever I also live in Maine about 50 miles from where Tom lives and I really enjoy watching his videos and I also enjoyed watching yours so keep up the good work God bless

@dianecreasey6617 2 года назад

Love the info from both of you and why you choose what you choose.

@bunsoft2 3 года назад

Wow. This was really great to see both of you. Keep up the good work.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@singhA1968 2 года назад

It’s way to explain and understand and it’s more effective to understanding Thanks

@Wish_I_Wood Год назад

🤠 This was very useful information. Great topic to be shared, thanks for your time.

@W4ldgeist 2 месяца назад

One great feature not mentioned for restoration of old furniture: With hide glue you can thin it down and use a thin mixture to fill pores of even half-rotten pieces or weak pieces and fix them up. I'Ve repaired chair legs, old saw handles (some were in really bad shape from moisture damage) and they got tough as nails after being reinforced by the thin hide glue mixture that seeped into the fibers. Also... hide glue and saw dust is an AMAZING filler, that also creates a really tough connection. It's not pretty like epoxy, but tough, stainable, oilable, paintable etc. I've used it to form a malleable piece of "glue/wood" putty to reform a broken horn on a saw handle. Amazing stuff that "old stuff", that people so easily disregard today.

@Jo_Kuiper 2 года назад

This was really interesting and educational.

@FixingFurniture 2 года назад

Glad you liked it Jo. Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@jeanine6492 3 года назад

Great video. I’m a subscriber to both of you and would love more of these. Thank you both.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you!

@2005toyota1 3 года назад

Good collaboration, and good discussion on glues. More,, please!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that and for being a subscriber! Scott

@stevet877 Год назад

Still very informative. Thank you both.

@FixingFurniture Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Scott

@The78bluedevils 3 года назад

a lot of useful infomation that will cut back on wasted time with some glue types

@robertbertram1416 3 года назад

Awesome, great collaboration. Learned a lot. Thank ya

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback. Scott

@danimationstips 3 года назад

I really enjoyed the conversational style of the video, sharing the hosting and comparing notes. Thanks for the tips and for sharing your years of experience!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it. Scott

@465maltbie 3 года назад

Thanks, the information was very basic but well presented and in truth I dont know how you would have made it better, thanks to both of you for taking the time to share. Charles

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thank you Charles! Scott

@peterpeper4837 2 года назад

Great format. Having a guest really ads vibrancy and life, the result is greater than the parts Epoxy is also the best option for exotic high resin wood

@bornfree3963 3 года назад

Hey Scot, you're in Toronto? Good to hear that, enjoy your videos.

@garykorzelius5930 3 года назад

Definitely loved this format, Now we get two great furniture repair minds for the price of one. Great job, nice video as always, thanks!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing that Gary. Scott

@TheRoyalrain 2 года назад

Enjoyable. Nice collaboration.

@lesleyhiddins2067 Год назад

Thoroughly enjoyed this format from my 2 favourites. A discussion on Japanese saws and clamping would be very useful

@dansimeone6343 3 года назад

Great to see you two together! Like others, I subscribe to both of your channels. I look forward to seeing the episode on clamps!

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Thanks for your feedback Dan and thank you for subscribing to our channels. Scott

@frankkayat1541 3 года назад

Enjoyed your session with Tom about types of glues. I look forward to your next joint sessions. Regards-Frank.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Frank! Scott

@jaxkereopa107 3 года назад

This was an awesome very informative video. Thank you both for sharing

@dominicryan5227 3 месяца назад

I like this video, I see that it was three years ago, but I'll look for newer ones. For epoxy I have also thinned it by just heating. In a small batch this can be very effective as it hardens pretty quickly but gets deep into places. One style aspect I would find very helpful is for you both to make better use of existing studies, especially if you are also referencing Fine Woodworking, where some of this is done. It was a great idea in the context of glue, but I think others have done it better.

@alans1816 3 года назад

This is a good format. Thank you both.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Scott

@lindaa.9741 2 года назад

WOW!!! Such a treasure trove of information! So thankful I finally stumbled across you two amazing gentlemen today! My new "Go To First" sources for information! Thank you for a very well done video with great information that brings information down to the "DIY-non-professional" level of understanding.

@FixingFurniture Год назад

Wonderful! Glad we could help! Scott

@elenaservin181 3 года назад

So interesting. I've always wondered how well wood glue held!

@freddiecampmier4835 3 года назад

This was a great video really enjoyed both of you have watched Thomas for along time always learn new things every time I watch him and learning new stuff with your videos. This video was great hope you keep it up. You both had great ideas on videos to put out. Hope to see more ideals on how to and why videos from you both and together. Thanks guys.

@FixingFurniture 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your encouraging thoughts. Scott