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   brownman | Feb 24, 2010 01:09am | #1

   One word will answer, Cost ! It's usually more expensive.

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   forestgirl | Feb 24, 2010 01:31am | #2

   If you're referring to epoxies or polyurethane glues, yes they are more expensive, and they also both have drawbacks.  I'm no expert, but to me the fact that epoxy's extremely difficult to undo once it's done is a major drawback.  And the poly's (Gorilla Glue) are just messy as heck, and dangerous if your dog happens to find a bottle.

   Titebond II or Titebond III, however, have neither of these disadvantages and, unless you're mass-producing furniture, won't break the bank.  Love them both.  Nice open time, great holding strength, and as water-resistant as you could need if not making picnic tables for a park in the Northwest or Panama.