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How To Clean Wood Glue Off Clamps?
It is one of the most common issues that clamp users face over time. Most of the clamp manufacturers claim that they resist the glue residues. But the fact is something else! Most of the clamps are waxed with paste wax to repel the glue. But many users are unaware of this tactic and end up damaging the glue. Hence, they seek proper cleaning to make those clamps work again. Here is the guide to help you learn how to clean wood glue off clamps. The maintenance of woodworking tools is the most gruesome and tiring job. The professionals intend to invest their time in fulfilling orders rather than maintaining their tools. Clamps are basic assistance tools in the woodworking industry that demands optimal maintenance to last beyond their warranty periods. But wood glue is one such element that creates hindrance in the maintenance aspect of the clamps.Method 1: Removing The Glue With The Use Of Hot Water
It is one of the easiest methods for cleaning wood glue off the clamps. It should always be the first approach for all the rookie woodworkers planning to learn how to remove titebond glue. The steps for this method are as follows:- You need to heat a bowl of water to an optimal temperature.
- You need to directly apply hot water over the clamp areas with wood glue residue stuck over them.
- You must use any wet towel or rag for applying hot water.
- Meanwhile, you must also use a putty knife or chisel for scraping out the glue after it softens enough.
- You might need to give multiple tries to scrape off the glue residue, as it takes time for water to soften the glue residue.
- You can also use a steel brush to get rid of robust wood glue residues off the clamp.
Method 2: Removing The Wood Glue Off The Clamps With Heat Gun
If the hot water method is not adequate for taking out the glue residue, you can prefer using a heat gun for the said purpose. In fact, you need to heat the glue residues to an extreme level and break the integrity. It will soften the glue over time, and you can just poke the residue with a chisel to check if it is soft enough to be scraped off. When it softens after being heated with a heat gun, you can scrap it out. In case you do not have a heat gun, you can use a hairdryer for the purpose. This method is best to remove wood glue from metal and parallel clamps. If you are using plastic jaws or clamps, do not use this method as a cleaning approach.Method 3: Make Use Of Acetone To Clean Stubborn Wood Glue Off The Clamps
- Acetone & Methyl Ethyl Ketone are solvents to soften the wood glue stuck over the clamps.
- Use a brush or old rag to apply acetone solution over the glue residues.
- Let it settle and soften the glue for some time.
- Now, make use of a chisel to chip off the wood glue from your clamps.
- In the case of plastic clamps, make use of the denatured-alcohol solution instead of acetone. It will serve the same purpose.
- While carrying out this method, make sure you wear gloves for your safety.
