Gluing Mitered Boxes WITHOUT Clamps - (HD/Updated Version)

[@debsibson7071]

Thank you for sharing. Great tips in this video

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

I sell a hexagon-shaped bird feeder and I use the tape method as well, but I didn't know about using some water to "prime" the gluing surfaces. I basically just do two coats of glue. After spreading on the first coat, I go back and add more glue as the first coat has already started to soak in. I don't use a brush to spread the glue, I use a silicone paddle (the ones you can get from Rockler). I'll have to try your method, with the water and a brush, and see how that works for me.

[@MMWoodworking]

That sounds like an absolute nightmare to tape up! My only warning is that it can be messy if you aren't tidy with the water-glue mix. If you slap it on, or let it run a ton, it will get on your table, and all over the outside of the box under the tape. It's not a huge deal, but it takes a bit to get the hang of how much to put on the brush.