String Band Clamp
While making a base for a wooden vase, I had to glue up a small octagonal shape. I made this simple band clamp from a piece of string and a rubber band. Here’s how it works: first, tie one end …
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Workshop Tip: Protect clamp bars with waxed paper
This precaution keeps glue squeeze-out from gumming up your clamps.
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Read moreCustomized Clothespin Clamp and Wedge
When working on small projects, I often need to glue odd-shaped mouldings and tiny trim to box sides and other pieces. Not much pressure is required to hold these small pieces in place, and I find that the humble wooden …
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Easy Cauls
Clamping cauls are indispensable for gluing up casework. A caul is simply a stiff piece of wood used to apply pressure where a clamp can’t reach. Sooner or later, you’re going to run into a situation like this; you’re clamping ……
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