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74 How does hide glue sand? Will it damage cutting edges?
Normally hide glue will dry to a harder film with a higher tensile
strength than PVA, so it won't clog sandpaper. Because of it high
tensile strength, it may dull cutting edges.
Can hide glue be made waterproof?
Yes, by adding 1/2-1% aluminum sulfate. Exposure to formaldehyde fumes will
render dry hide glue insoluble.
Can hide glue be made flexible?
Yes, by adding 5% (based on the weight of glue) glycerine. Increase
the amount by increments of 2-3% of the glycerine to achieve greater
flexibility. This works well when gluing canvas to the back of a
tambour door.
Are PVA glues stronger?
No, a good hide glue joint is one of the strongest possible with any
adhesive. And it will not creep like PVA.
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