Poly Glue Setup Time

Hi Mike,

I have used poly off 'n on for about 5 years - mostly on exterior type projects, but sometimes where I thought it would hold a little better than 'old yeller'.

I think the poly sets up a little faster. When you see it starting to foam, that's a good indication that you have very little (if any) free time left.

Unless it's a water resistant application, I try to stick to yellow. Trying to get poly stains off your hands is a real 'bear' (gorilla?) also.

Sometimes a brad is as good as a clamp 'till the glue sets'. After 30 minutes or so with yellow/poly, you should be able to move on - if you can shoot it with an 18 ga. after initial clamping.

What are you buildin'?

Lou

depends on the moisture level and the temp. if your about 60 I would say about 3 hours. feel the foam and when it is not sticky it should be fine.

That is good news. I was leaving the clamps on overnight so I was not producing much. I am building boxes that wil be used by a camp. The boxes will be outside for about 5 weeks each summer. Thought it best to use the poly.

It is not a paying job as I am retired. I have volunteered to do this for the camp which is also a volunteer organization. Thanks all for your help.