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   joinerswork | Jun 04, 2006 06:03am | #1

   Glaucon,

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   	Woke up this morning and found a burst pipe... and some water damage- chiefly to a mahogany game table with a veneered top. Part of the top has delaminated. What is the best way to repair it? "Can I wait for it to dry and reglue it?" Probably your best bet, as the swelled wet veneer won't want to fit into its space till its dry again.  "If so, what would be the best glue?" Try to match what was used in the first place.  If it's an old (1940's or older) piece, that's likely hide glue, which is easily repairable.  "I can clamp and caul it, but I haven't any experience in repairing veneer." Make sure the caul(s) will cover the whole area that has loosened, as anyplace not receiving clamp pressure will result in a blister or bubble.  Work the glue well into the lifted area, using something thin and flexible, like a hacksaw blade (teeth ground smooth) as a spatula to work the glue under the veneer.  Clamp immediately with a sheet of waxed paper or plastic wrap between the work and the caul to prevent sticking.  After a few minutes, you can remove the caul to make sure the veneer is in place, and flat, then replace the caul til next day. Good luck, Ray Pine

    

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   Glaucon | Jun 06, 2006 03:30am | #2

   Thanks Ray- the table is ~75 years old, so I'm thinking it's probably hide glue. I'll take your advice an dlet you know how I make out,Thanks again,Glaucon

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