I’ve been experimenting with different glue-up techniques and wanted to share what’s worked for me — especially when it comes to maintaining alignment. I find using cauls really helps keep things straight and also prevents warping. Also, don’t forget about safety; a little extra care can save a lot of headaches later.
Using cauls is great for alignment! I’ve found that adding some double-sided tape on the ends can help keep them from slipping — just a little extra grip. Have you tried that?
I’ve had some success with using pipe clamps during glue-ups. They don’t just bring everything together nicely; they seem to give me that extra leverage for alignment. Just a thought — sometimes less pressure is better to avoid squeeze-out, kind of like trying to hold a slippery fish.