Members csk Posted October 16, 2018 Members Report Posted October 16, 2018 Hi, I'm a newbie, and I've just about completed a project that took quite a long time, but I had some problems with the gluing part. There are gaps in some places on the edges, where the skiving wasn't exactly even, or my gluing wasn't right, and in one place that I had to add a filler piece. Here are the problem patches: Is there a way to fix this? Some way to fill in the gaps that can be sanded? Thanks, Carolyn Quote
Members ComputerDoctor Posted October 16, 2018 Members Report Posted October 16, 2018 Re-cut the edge if allowable, so it is even and then finish the edge to your satisfaction, then if need be, use 'Super Glue,' very sparingly and hold in place or clamp until dry and then 'sand' any excess glue away and then use 'Edge coat' not edge dye and any imperfections will disappear. This works for me as the black edge coat I use covers all of those little gaps. Please understand that I am an amateur but this works for me. Sam:) Quote
Contributing Member fredk Posted October 16, 2018 Contributing Member Report Posted October 16, 2018 I would use a thin glue applicator or diamond point modelling tool to prise open that area and then apply some contact adhesive. Clamp up the area nice and tight, allow some adhesive to squeeze out. As the glue sets it becomes rubbery. At that point I'd cut away the excess with a sharp scalpel. Quote Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
Members csk Posted October 16, 2018 Author Members Report Posted October 16, 2018 Thank you very much for your responses. Makes me feel that it's not a total loss I will try your suggestions! Quote
Members csk Posted October 16, 2018 Author Members Report Posted October 16, 2018 fredk, Would you suggest cutting out the dried glue that's in there after prying it open? Quote
Contributing Member fredk Posted October 16, 2018 Contributing Member Report Posted October 16, 2018 1 hour ago, csk said: Would you suggest cutting out the dried glue that's in there after prying it open? I would [& have] only remove any prior glue if its loose and ready to come away. If the two bits of leather separate easily then the glue has soaked in and should not cause any problem. You can, if need be, use a scalpel to cut the joint opening longer for a longer length of fresh adhesive to be applied Quote Al speling misteaks aer all mi own werk..
Members csk Posted October 16, 2018 Author Members Report Posted October 16, 2018 Thanks again fredk. This forum is a great help. Carolyn Quote
Members Clintonville Leather Posted October 26, 2018 Members Report Posted October 26, 2018 Whenever I glue something I put a piece of scrap leather on top of the project and hit it a few times with a mallet. Make sure the scrap is larger than the mallet surface. If you whack the edge of the scrap with the mallet you may leave a mark on your project. Quote
Members ScoobyNewbie Posted October 26, 2018 Members Report Posted October 26, 2018 Do you whack it to remove any bubbles? Quote
Rockoboy Posted October 26, 2018 Report Posted October 26, 2018 4 hours ago, ScoobyNewbie said: Do you whack it to remove any bubbles? I think the whack is to press the 2 surfaces together. Where possible, I prefer to place the glued piece under a weight or clamp it, but I have seen some accomplished leatherworkers use the whack method! Quote Kindest regards Brian "Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you are right" Henry Ford Machines: Singer 201p, Kennedy, Singer 31K20, Singer 66K16 ("boat anchor" condition), Protex TY8B Cylinder Arm (Consew 227r copy), Unbranded Walking Foot (Sailrite LSV-1 copy)
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