Best wood glue and glue brush for small wooden model kits?

@Mannyrock posted:

Hey Folks,

I am getting ready to build some pretty small wooden models for the layout.  Many of the pieces/edges are as small as 1/8th to 1/16th inch wide.

What is the best wood glue to use?

Just my opinion: "Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue" to be the best. It dries/sets fairly quickly also.

  And, what is the best type of brush to use to paint the glue on.

I never used any type of "brush". I always used toothpicks to apply & spread glue to small areas.

Thanks for any suggestions.   

Mannyrock55

Where I need fast setting I use the Titbond III Ultimate Wood Glue as well. IMO its not as strong as Gorilla Wood Glue, which sets much slower. If I need strength for support structures then I use Gorilla and wait. I use these brushes because they are still and clean out easily. They are really for cleaning circuit boards after soldering but I stole one to use for fabrication.

Got them on amazon. Just search for PCB brushes. about a buck each. last forever.

Mike

Titebond III is unnecessary for interior applications. My ex-brother-in-law is a skilled woodworker, and recommends the original (red) Titebond for interior uses. The drying time is a couple minutes quicker than Titebond III and a minute or two slower than Titebond II. Like @Hot Water, I use toothpicks for detailed applications. I use the original Titebond for everything from benchwork to fine, detailed work.

I use Microbrushes. Available at most Hobby Shops and probably Hobby Lobby. There’s quite a few in the package. When the brush gets sort of useless for brushing and spreading glue.  I cut it off and make a point and use that to transfer drops of glue. Much like the toothpick method mentioned.

Thanks Guys,

I do alot of remodel, repair and construction work, so I am very familiar with Tightbond  II.  But it is as thick as goop, and I don't think there is any way to spread it super thinly on the edges of wood that are only 1/16th of an inch wide.  That is kinda my whole problem.  I need a thin wood glue that I can brush on in a thin layer. 

The Microbrushes seem like a great idea, but if the glue itself is thick like syrup, then I am not sure these would get me thin coats.

hanks,

Mannyrock.

I use a lot of micro brushes for glue, paint, etc. as well.  Don't waste your money on those sold in hobby shops though.  Amazon sells them for about a penny each.

https://www.amazon.com/Akstore...;smid=A1WYG6XWJLW43Y

For wood assemblies, I use a yellow glue like Titebond.  Spread it on with a micro brush, then use your built-in Mark I fingertip to wipe most of it off until you have the thin layer you want.  Keep a couple of damp paper towels nearby to clean the Mark I fingertip between uses.

Manny

Use common, inexpensive Elmer's Glue All, not the school version.  Thin with water to brush on.  It is an excellent wood glue and been around for decades.  It is white and dries semi clear and takes a few hours to dry.

For wooden models you can use Testor's wood, clear airplane glue.  It comes in two drying types with both being quick which helps with getting models done in a hurry. 

Charlie

I use Titebond, I think original formula. No problem applying it thin. I like to use flat natural bristle (pig??) brushes cut short so they are relatively stiff.

Pete

I heartily agree that Titebond III is a very good glue.  I've used it with success for numerous full-size gluing projects where structural integrity is key.  But for small model wood structures, I like to use Aileens Tacky Craft Glue.  I'm also a toothpick user.

Dale

I used Aileen's Tacky Craft Glue to make 140+ of the structures on my current layout

I am a fan of Testor's nylon brushes. If not at your local hobby or box art supply store you can find them in various package configurations on Amazon. I find them at our local Ace. You can easily wash them out in water if done so right after using Elmers, TiteBond or Aileen's. I keep a small yoghurt cup with water handy when I am using them. You can also use a sharp hobby blade to modify the amount of bristles or their shape to suit your applications.