Hello all, looking to show off what I have done so far and ask for some advice/feedback on my glue up.
I am building two dog kennels that will serve as bedside tables in our master bedroom. The body is 4/4 planed down to 7/8" poplar and the top is 6/4 black walnut planed down just under 1 1/4". All the wood was rough when I bought it. Milling everything out has been very enjoyable and full of learning moments.
I have all my walnut ready for glue, I think, but since each top is about $100 bucks in wood I figured I would pause and ask you all for tips/tricks. So far I have the wood all planed out and edge jointed on my router table (no dedicated jointer). I have ripped the piece to widths between 2 1/4" and 5". The picture shows them all mocked up. My edges fit tight, I am pleased with them.
Here are my questions:
1.) Some boards have some bowing in them. I am planning to use three cauls, one in the middle and one on either end. Is this the right approach?
2.) I plan to use TBIII glue, no mechanical fasteners (like pocket screws). Is that OK?
3.) How long do you normally allow the glue to cure before working the project?
4.) When is the best time to clean up the glue squeeze out? And, how?
5.) Once this beast is all glued up, how is the best way to square up my corners?
Thanks, in advance, for the help!
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