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Miter Tighter Color Glue

Nola Brannon-Miller

Nola Brannon-Miller

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Miter Tighter
Now that freezing weather is over, Miter Tighter Color Glues are available again, and at last year's prices!

In response to framers' suggestions, we now offer three different types of dispensing caps. When you order, specify whether you prefer Twist, Push-Pull, or traditional nozzles on your bottles.

Our products are described on the attached flyer and you are welcome to visit the web site and call for further information. The Sample Set of all seven colors in 1-oz. bottles is a good way to get acquainted; only $9.99 plus $5.75 for USPS flat-rate shipping. After you decide which colors you will use routinely, buy four 4.5 oz. bottles for only $11.99 plus $5.75 for USPS flat-rate shipping.
 

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Yes, Miter Tighter glues are formulated to provide the strongest-possible joints in wood miters. Our coloring agents do not affect the bonding strength.

In truth, all of the popular frame glues make strong bonds for wood miters when joined properly - often stronger than the wood itself. If you are having a problem with any particular brand, it may be associated with the time periods required for set-up, bonding, and drying, which vary among the brands.

Other than that, the problem is almost certainly attributed to something else that would affect bonding of any brand of glue. For example, here are a few common causes of occasional problems in joining miters:

1. Sawdust, cutting oil residue from the saw blade, oil-based marker ink, or other foreign matter on one or both surfaces.

2. Imperfect miters, either cut to incorrect angles, or burn-sealed by cutting with a dull saw blade.

3. Disturbing the glue's bond after it has begun to set-up, such handling too soon after joining, or waiting too long to install v-nails or other fasteners after applying the glue.

4. Applying an insufficient amount of glue. For best strength, cover the entire miter surfaces with glue, so that it oozes out when joined. Use a moistened cloth, paper towel, or soft toothbrush to remove the excess glue.
 
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