Materials Used For Joining
- Joints can be designed to hold without the use of glue or fasteners; a pinned mortise and tenon is an example of this.
- Glue is highly effective for joining wood when both surfaces of the joint are edge grain. A properly glued joint may be as strong or stronger than a single piece of wood. However, glue is notably less effective on end-grain surfaces. Animal glue is soluble in water, producing joints that can be disassembled using steam to soften the glue.
- Various mechanical fasteners may be used, the simplest being nails and screws. Glue and fasteners can be used together.
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