It happens that there are good boards, bars or slats that can be used for any homemade products, but they have a defect in the form of a crack at the edges.
In this review, we will talk about two simple ways how to repair cracks with ordinary glue. These methods can also be used in practice when restoring old furniture.
The main problem is that pouring glue into the crack itself to the very end is very problematic. The fact is that PVA glue is quite thick and it gets there hard. But you can take advantage of small tricks.
Method One: Using Thread
This method is very fast and simple. And first you need to install the bar (rail, board) vertically, fixing it with a clamp or in a joiner's vice.
After that, pour PVA glue into the crack. Under the influence of gravitational force, he will go to some depth, but he will not be able to reach the very end of the crack.
Next, we take an ordinary thread, and with it we distribute the glue along the entire length of the crack. If necessary, add a little glue and continue all the same actions. After that, we tighten the workpiece with clamps and leave it until the glue dries.
Method two: use water
Sometimes there are cracks in which even a thread is very difficult to get. It is for such thin cracks that there is another way. And first with a knife you need to expand the crack.
Next, we take the most ordinary syringe with water and pour water into the crack. In principle, this can be done without a syringe.
This method is based on the capillary movement of liquids. After the wood has been soaked, we take the usual glue and apply it along the entire crack. Water will “suck” the glue into the crack.
After the glue has been applied, you need to give it some time to "climb" inside the crack (about 5-7 minutes). Then we tighten the bar or board with clamps.
You can watch more details on how to repair a crack in wood in the video on the website.
