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Gorilla Original Gorilla Glue, 4 oz Bottle

Best polyurethane wood glue. Its case rests on polyurethane works on oily tropical hardwoods w here CA and PVA fail and waterproof bond suitable for outdoor applications. One caveat, expansion creates foam squeeze-out that must be removed before it cures.

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Gorilla Original Gorilla Glue, 4 oz Bottle
Best Polyurethane

Gorilla Original Gorilla Glue, 4 oz Bottle

Gorilla

Best polyurethane wood glue. Its case rests on polyurethane works on oily tropical hardwoods w here CA and PVA fail and waterproof bond suitable for outdoor applications. One caveat, expansion creates foam squeeze-out that must be removed before it cures.

  • Polyurethane formula (not CA)
  • Waterproof
  • Expands as it cures
  • Works on oily and difficult woods

Pros

  • Polyurethane works on oily tropical hardwoods w here CA and PVA fail
  • Waterproof bond suitable for outdoor applications
  • Expansion during cure fills gaps and creates mechanical interlock

Cons

  • Expansion creates foam squeeze-out that must be removed before it cures
  • Requires moisture to cure, wood must be dampened before glue application
  • Not technically a cyanoacrylate, different application method than CA glues
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