PUR Adhesive for Production Trim Carpentry - Everything You Need to Know

This is a comprehensive video on how to use PUR adhesive effectively for trim carpentry. I try and cover all the common problems associated with HIPUR adhesive, the PUR gun applicator, and the random issues guys have with the cartridges. I also cover the common applications that I use PUR adhesive for such as miters casing, handrail returns, and crown molding installation.
The HIPUR gun can be purchased here: geni.us/5uB30 or here: geni.us/BWgs7 (Amazon)
The 30 Second Cartridges can be purchased here: geni.us/g5DEvGw (Amazon)
2P-10 CA Glue: geni.us/wX2qB (Amazon)
Miter Max Corner Clamp - geni.us/oFw2e (Amazon) or amzn.to/3pNDBsI
Intro (0:00)
PUR Adhesive Overview (1:56)
How PUR Works (3:56)
What the inside of the tube looks like. (6:39)
Clogged New Tubes (7:51)
The Tubes Check Valve (8:38)
Bonding Different Type of Surfaces (10:40)
Dispensing the Glue (11:36)
Hipur vs CA Glue (12:19)
Hipur vs Regular PVA Wood Glue (12:49)
Hipur vs Typical Glue Sticks (15:58)
How to Achieve Maximum Joint Strength with Hipur (17:05)
Clam Clamps & Hipur (18:33)
Jobsite Workflow with Hipur (20:47)
Hipur for Handrail Fittings (21:50)
Problems with Hipur on Small Casing (24:37)
Hipur for Crown Molding (25:32)
Reusing Partially Used Tubes (26:14)
Keep the Product Hot (26:52)
Is Hipur Good for Stain Grade Work? (27:36)
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[@InsiderCarpentry]

THANKS FOR SUPPORTING THIS CHANNEL BY VISITING THESE AFFILIATE TOOL LINKS!!! The HIPUR gun can be purchased here: geni.us/5uB30 or here: geni.us/BWgs7 The 30 Second Cartridges can be purchased here: geni.us/g5DEvGw (Amazon) 2P-10 CA Glue: geni.us/wX2qB (Amazon) WoodRiver Miter Max Corner Clamp - geni.us/oFw2e (Amazon)

[@yannickdeschenespropunch8673]

Hi Lewis! I cannot find you clamp on Amazon…do you have another way to buy those?

[@garychelsen]

Thank you for the sharing with the heart of a servant of the Lord. I'm a 64 year old carpenter who began apprenticeship at 19 years old. Things have changed and will continue to change. Among these changes are new tools , new fasteners, and new materials. With these changes come some new techniques that save time and aid in accuracy. Your videos are an encouragement to the young and a comfort to the old. Your helping others to learn a trade that can feed their family and that is a true blessing.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Its a privilege.

[@oooofmadonne5131]

John Coops stfu hater

[@kwizmon]

@@oooofmadonne5131 nah its true. I'm a religious person but that was irrelevant.

[@e.t.preppin7084]

@@kwizmonI don’t understand your comment ?

[@johnhewetson4406]

As a carpenter and a perpetual student I have watched a lot of youtube videos on the subject in my spare time. I have to say that coming across your channel and the excellent detailed videos like this has been of tremendous value to me. Thanks so much for your excellent work and great presentation skills. Cheers John

[@johnanderson8096]

The "Norm" for this dude.... OUTSTANDING VIDEO!!!!

[@lamentedflash5575]

One of the best most honest on you tube...just wanted to thank you for sharing the steinel glue gun keep up the amazing work...people like you are definitely needed

[@cougill_trim_and_cabinets]

Thanks for this in depth intro. I’ve been curious about hipur but had been hearing mixed reviews. I’ve used wood-specific high temp hot glue for years. It’s the greenish color with a slight sulfur odor. This looks like this is a similar but even stronger product.

[@olliecrow3547]

I'm a DYI'er and definitely not doing this type of carpentry often, but boy do I love watching your videos. You keep me interested throughout your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@jbonegw]

Incredibly thorough explanation. 👍

[@realworldcarpentryremodeli5868]

Excellent video. I bought this set up after I saw you use it in your earlier videos. Is fairly simple to use and extremely strong. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@mikeadams2252]

Appreciate the effort it takes for so much good info, thanks👍

[@naughtypine]

I purchased my Pur about a decade ago. Never used it much if any. Now after your video, which is excellent, I will dig mine off top shelf and start using it. Thanks

[@reggiejenkins6458]

I just bought this setup a month ago because of your videos. It was definitely kind of tough to use, so I’m glad to see this video.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Once you learn the nuances you'll love it.

[@borlebros.contractingcorp.9174]

This was an excellent video, thank you so much for the work that went into it. I've just purchased a set of Cam Clamps and HiPur Glue Gun and Adhesives to upgrade our trim carpentry work. I'm in Canada and we had to order everything from the US. We'll probably be the only ones in a very big area using this method. Watching your video will definitely help shorten our learning curve for this. Thanks.

[@Johnintoit]

Another great video, I have been in the remodeling business most of my adult life, I"m a general contractor but still do a lot of my own work as well, the trim phase is my favorite, watching your videos I'm still learning new ways of doing things that can up my production times but not lower my quality, keep it up.

[@jolookstothestars6358]

I'm so amazed that you do it ALL by yourself. I wish I could just watch you for a week.😱🤯

[@normanjacques4092]

I've been doing this for ever so it seems. Yes Im Old... I love watching your videos. I learn so much. Never going to school for carpentry I've always had to learn on the job. What to do as well as not. Your level of experience for your youth is amazing. Im a big fan for sure. Thanks fir making me a smarter carpenter.

[@kcbowls300]

Excellent video, as usual, of the dos and dont's of all the various glues!

[@TerryBabij]

Thank you for this informative video. I had a Titebond kit given to me YEARS ago at a trade show. One of my reps was also a Titebond rep and I knew company people. Only used occasionally because I never capped the cartridges properly between uses. The box has moved with me for years and now settled and happily retired I am now using 2006 best before cartridges on my CNC to hold down workpieces. I will continue to use the gun and purchase more tubes as needed. Thanks again!

[@harrypouncey9218]

Very well explained Lewis. Doing 32’ of cove crown in kitchen and you answered any questions I might have had here. Thank you. I also am stealing your 1/2” dowel reenforcement technique 😁

[@willh1827]

I use PUR 60 all the time. Love the stuff. Great explanation 👍🏻

[@howardhagadorn9443]

You always amaze me with your knowledge! You look like the hot young dude from central casting they would hire to make a commercial but you have the experience of an old man that's been on the job for decades!

[@realDrunyrun]

Easy Liberace

[@darrinmc]

Great tip on pre-clamping with the Clam Clamps. Thanks.

[@kenvanness2828]

Thank You Spencer! great information. I have recently bought into your system. I have yet had a chance to change my work flow and glue up casings. But trust me next chance I have I will be doing my miters. I have used the HiPUR on baluster on a 15 ft run of railing. OMG AMAZING!!! tightened up the railing very nicely.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Awesome, wood or metal balusters? Hipur does not bond well on metal so I would not recommend it for that.

[@kenvanness2828]

@@InsiderCarpentry They were wooden balusters on open treads. I posted a picture of it on my IG account.

[@mv7967]

Hello. I was watching Richard McMurray on "Finish Carpentry TV" and he mentioned the glue and glue gun he was using. He also provided a link to your channel and so here we are. I've learned alot from Richard about " finished carpentry" and the necessity for good glue. Your explanation of the various glues is very useful. I'm retired from the "workday world", and the pandemic has slowed everything down, prompting me to look into UTube. This is a new world for me. Thank you for what you're doing.

[@celticslimjim]

Excellent demonstration and informative presentation. Thanks for passing on your knowledge of a useful product!

[@ou8nucks630]

I remember watching this video a couple years ago and thinking how great it would be to have a setup and routine like this. Fast forward to today and my setup is almost exactly this way, I cut all my casing and then assemble it all at one time. I have been using the Titebond Speed Set for a while now, and it's doing a great job. But for window casing I ordered the Hot melt gun the other day, because I know how long it takes those four joints to set sometimes. Having only 4 clam clamps doesn't help either, hopefully Mr Chesnutt is healing up alright and gonna be back at it before long. Thanks for the info Spencer. 👌🏼

[@Did625]

Great video Covers almost every aspect of the product. Thanks

[@usonfire1016]

Brother, I’m a diy guy and got the gun and corner clamps. It made things easier and the trimming looks great. Thank you.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Glad to hear it. 👊

[@benvance8674]

You are the Gold Standard. I've watched and listened to dozens of professionals, all educated in their craft. None, I mean none, compare to your presentations. Thanks for sharing. I would hire you in a heartbeat. Regards.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Thanks 👍

[@michaelgibson6166]

Ok, you sold me. I just bought a gun and two tubes for 2 crown jobs I have coming up. The crown is lowered for rope lighting and I want to glue the inside corners . I used your links so I hope you get a bit of kick back. Have a good one.

[@markwigley9185]

I'm loving your videos. Thank you for the great content. I'm interested in the work table you're using while gluing and clamping your trim. Please consider doing a video on it much like you did for your miter saw table/wings. Thanks

[@peady64]

I've been using this for a few years. It use to be made by Steiner, but I guess they sold out. I so use it for crown and casing. Great stuff.

[@psbrubaker]

Fantastic and informative. I was on the fence, but I’m going to jump in.

[@mycowboyways915]

Thanks Spencer. I learned a ton on just this short video. Just ordered a gun and some glue to play around with in my shop. I hate waiting for standard wood glue to set up.

[@rtmunro]

wow, that cleanup was amazing

[@TylerRobbinsCarpentry]

I've always wanted to give that system a shot! awesome info as per usual man 🙏

[@thecarpenterpros9822]

I have done that on all my handrails for the last few years. It is extremely strong!

[@InsiderCarpentry]

It's amazing for handrail returns. And no exposed fasteners. Can't beat it.

[@thecarpenterpros9822]

Insider Carpentry your absolutely right. It takes a bit to get used to using but man does it hold!

[@buddybeast91]

Thank you so much for these incredibly helpful videos

[@thomasalison6188]

Great tutorial Spencer, thanks!!

[@loganpatterson4674]

You beating the ground with a glue joint in your crocs is such a classic shot of IC at work. Been following for years keep up the good work haha

[@2chipped]

Thank you so much Spencer! Thursday we installed an oak handrail with returns, we used 2 domino's and pins to save time. Unfortunately we had to sand the pins down with a flap disc on a grinder. The only crown we install on our cabinets, are either a custom profile made by us.... or paint grade pine. All our trim is prefinished without a matching caulk, so we pin it and use wax sticks. I really want to learn to pre-assemble as much as possible.

[@thecarpenterpros9822]

Great info! Keep it coming.

[@ryankirtland4124]

I just bought a set up thank for the shake down I'm looking forward to trying it out

[@ryankirtland4124]

Yup it's strong and fast I might be sold

[@kylewalker9214]

incredible video! I just purchased a set up clam clamps and wanted to optimize their use..

[@z06doc86]

Excellent information!👍👍

[@jeffadams492]

Very informative thanks for all the great content

[@troyqueen9503]

Love the safety crocs, I have the identical ones,your work is great thanks for the video.👍🔨🇨🇦

[@matthewbusch7963]

Amazing video. I learned about something new. Thank you sir.

[@maronebuilding]

Great video! I would like to see more videos of doing prefinishing trim and how your methods adjust for it.

[@keving8682]

Excellent details and explanation!

[@arnieselectric007]

Great video as always Lewis...

[@Trh_Kamp]

Great information, appreciate the share of knowledge

[@campriole5410]

Great video, a ton of information, great job

[@stephenyoung4433]

Thank you for your detailed video! Much appreciated!

[@larryrichardson5167]

Yay! I have been using that for years. After it sets, its done! The cost and expiration sucks though. I used it for raised panel doors. Didn't need 12,000 clamps, and did the 23 doors in a day.

[@T.E.P..]

It's really cool to see these vids I've missed popping up in utube .... maybe someday add a "revisit" button if some of the vids share ideas ... republish earlier vids in someway . They are all so good and you speak from so much experience. Cheers!

[@justinrehms4530]

Years ago I forgot what CA glue does to the finish of stained wood and was gluing up a hand rail joint. Well needless to say I had to sand and finish spray that end as the finish coat pealed off once I sprayed the activator onto it. I love CA glue for putting sticking together when I make my divided light cabinet doors with glass but has to be bare wood for sure. I simply wasn’t thinking about it and lesson learned.

[@jimshipley3229]

Great video. I love the product.

[@jetheridge1241]

Good job on the video I am glad you shared this the new way to glue .

[@TheWatchit45]

Great idea! Nice job!

[@muddywater6856]

I bit Spencer😀😀 4 clam clamps and Hipur....window casings previous week, and a wicked handrail this past week. Awesome and great and fast and STRONG! Us old guys (64) can change...now if I could just cut back to 40 hour weeks...

[@billagnatovech1641]

As a mechanical engineer who loves finish carpentry your ability to provide clear, concise and practical information is amazing. You make it interesting and I really enjoy your videos. Thank you!

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rsharpe1985]

Great video very informative 👍

[@Soul-driven]

Awesome. Thanks for this great info.

[@derrickdillon3782]

Great Video! I’ve wasted numerous tubes of PUR 30 due to misunderstanding of the product. Appreciate the info.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Awesome. Glad the video helps. 👍

[@mountainlightwoodcraft]

After watching your first video showcasing the Pur glue system, I bought the gun and a case of 60-second-set glue tubes (the yellow ones) specifically hoping the combo would help me assemble through dovetail and half-blind dovetail drawer boxes more quickly and with fewer clamps than required with standard wood glues. After more than 100 boxes assembled with Pur to date, I can state emphatically that this is the ONLY WAY to glue up drawer boxes with complex joinery. No squeeze out, no clamps needed, superior holding, and nearly instant setting. Just apply Pur at one corner joint, square and hold for a 20-count, and move on to next joint. In 2 minutes with no clamping, you will have perfectly square and super strong drawer boxes that only get stronger by the hour. Total game changer. Can't thank you enough.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

That's awesome. Glad to hear it ramped up your production so much!

[@russellmotter5022]

Where do you purchase the pur glue gun/cartridges?

[@mountainlightwoodcraft]

I get mine at Amazon.

[@Stefan_Kawalec]

Excellent compendium of glueing techniques!

[@e.t.preppin7084]

Nice word, compendium. I admit I had to look it up and I will be adding to my vocabulary. 👍

[@phooesnax]

Great recap. Interesting Jim

[@FD-dh2fu]

Excellent. Thank you for the great information.

[@jamartinomd1]

Game changer for me….thanks

[@jasonschiller1237]

Finally!! Thank you!

[@benembleton8325]

Stop listening to my conversations KZbin!! Guy brings this into work today...get home and this video is my first recommended lol.

[@zephyr1408]

Thk U I use almost exclusively type 3 Tight-bond. Also some CA & no experience with PUR. Problem is I make a lot of Oak, Maple, Walnut products? And then cabinets (not full kitchens) & vanities. It’s def worth putting it in the tool box! And I appreciate your time! I hv purchased several things thru your site! Theee best item? Drumroll pls! That little flat bar! What a handy tool! God Bless Brother!

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Awesome. Thanks for the support. 👍👊

[@zephyr1408]

Your welcome sir I appreciate the good info! I call your channel “a hub for good quick information for pro’s by a pro!”

[@orville58]

Thanks for sharing this stuff is awesome

[@samtaylor6385]

Hey Lewis. I have been reading up on this product and I found reports that the bond can be separated from applying 130 degrees of heat to the glued joint (using a hot air tool). Seems like a useful bit of information.

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Yes, super useful tip. I wish I would have got that in there.

[@JohnDoe-kp3sw]

I feel like I'm in college. Excellent verbal skills

[@carlcox7332]

Definitely does. His enunciation is perfectly clear and he doesn't waste a lot of time on words that are irrelevant. Never hear an "um, uh, or like". He speaks slowly enough to understand but fast enough to be efficient. He would make an incredible instructor, but I'm sure he makes a ton more money now.

[@918scott4]

Wow... Educated today, again!

[@4O4FileNotFound]

Great explanation.

[@T.E.P..]

this video is LONG over due. Mostly because you published it January 17, 2020. AND today it's Monday, April, 2022. 161k subs. And just saw this ... your new editing and your new microphone ... hope you don't mind me complimenting you on those things too.

[@stevedare4480]

Great tip Spencer ! I’m going to purchase from link . Thnks

[@rottdogsparky]

Great video!

[@RetrotechCNC]

Thanks for this informative video, I’ve been eyeing this product since seeing your earlier videos and I’m looking for an opportune time to try this out. Would you say that would be a good option for some pre-finished kitchen cabinet scribed arched top baseboard install?

[@alienproductions9948]

I do appreciate the thoroughness of the reviews, especially this one on HiPur. One thought I'm thinking it is pronounced "high pure" given it is "high" strength "p" for poly and "ure" for urethane.

[@marksummitt8279]

Pretty sure it's Poly Urethane Reactive = PUR

[@mjrwey]

Ive been a cabinet maker/finish carpenter for 20 years and think you just quadrupled my knowledge of adhesives. Can't wait to try this stuff. Any idea what glue manufacturers use on that finger jointed poplar stock you use or finger jointed stock in general?

[@etchels85]

Great video. Could this be applied to say a door facing left to cure for 30 minutes then fitted or does it require the full 24 to cure before fitment?

[@chipmhandle]

Awesome I’m sold!!

[@kirkdunn1379]

Thats some good stuff Always used glue and really trim carpentry doesnt need ton of strength after installed....stair railings, and other types where there will be load applied to it I would like this product for those types of installations..... Never heard of this actual brand but I will definetly use it if I get an application for it....thnx

[@StudPack]

Did you make that assembly table with all the slots and hand holds? Thx.

[@bocty1]

Every day is a school day, thanks

[@ThisTall]

Super well done review. My favourite part about HiPur is squeeze out on finish product just safely rubs off. You covered any issue I’ve personally had with it as a cabinet guy trying to use it for crown molding. I was so excited to try HiPur when I found it, but to illustrate your point as well as my experience using it on maple crown molding, your exact size wood and demonstration at @25:04 , I highly doubt that exact test with maple up on the table like that could have withstood much more then its own weight before popping, never mind any actual pressure or even close to what you did. At least 10x the strength difference to the material you used there.

[@Lamecase]

This is another fantastic video. I would love if your Amazon products were linked to the Canadian store so I can support you

[@rayallday8583]

Great info...I would like to see how your mantles look!

[@charlespelton4142]

Good stuff 👍 thanks

[@JonDunnmusician]

Hello Lewis, upon reflection have you used this process of preassembling casings in restoration homes? or do you find it perhaps most effective on new homes as plumb measurements are generally more square: would you use this method on a restoration project?

[@arnieselectric007]

Personally, you'de have to inspect your windows upon estimate time or when walking into the job for the first time...I'm old school, not a production guy anymore, however, settling causes issues, etc...

[@hotfudgemoney]

What if I’m not assembling all of my casing on a work table and I can’t change that fact? How should I implement hipur?

[@CaptainCurt07]

----Nice Demo & Explanation----- 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ericwalter1726]

Looking for some advice on getting my cartridges to last longer before turning yellowish and not bonding the material. Should I take it off the base after I know I’m done glueing for a while? And you are completely correct when you say it’s a game changer for sure !!

[@InsiderCarpentry]

Yellow is a sign its been curing with the air moisture. Try and batch your work so the gun isn't on all day. The more time you leave it heated with the cap off, along with re heats, you'll get that yellow color. Sometimes you can dispense some and it will turn clear again.

[@Gary-ts6dh]

3:19 - How many times can you reheat the PUR cartridge before the glue deteriorates to the point of compromised joints? 10:20 - Or, I could just watch the rest of the video to find out (16h total). Thanks.

[@tc9148]

How would you handle a two piece casing - 3-½” beaded casing with backband, 4-¼” total width? Would you PUR adhesive beaded casing and install on opening then use PUR adhesive on backband and install on casing on wall? Or another approach?

[@ericcyc1]

Would you be able to sent the clam clamp to New Zealand ? I have try the glue it holds really good but I have some problem with sanding it any suggestion for it?