Can someone suggest some simple ways to relax glue joins (Hide I think) on large pieces that need to be completely taken apart?
thanks
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IAMGSMC,
Moist heat will work wonders on hide glue. Hot vinegar works on most white and yellow glues. In both cases, have patience: work slowly so you don't damage the wood fibers by forcing a joint open before the glue has had a chance to dissolve.
Hide glue will stick to itself - you don't have to remove every remnant of old glue before you can apply more. As far as I know, this isn't true of any other glue.
Good luck,
Paul
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