Our favourite hot glue hacks

When you need to glue parts that can’t be clamped together, hot glue is the answer. Hot glue will set in just a few seconds while you hold the pieces together.

The best way to make multiple identical parts is to first create a perfect pattern from 10mm MDF. Then cut out the parts slightly oversize, and final-shape them by using a router and a pattern bit to transfer the shape to the part. The best way to temporarily attach the pattern is with hot glue.

Stop wall frames from slipping out of place and scratching the wall paint by putting small dots of hot glue on the back corners of the frame. The hot glue not only prevents movement, it also holds the picture away from the wall to prevent scratches and nicks.

If you need your workpiece to be stationary but clamps would be in the way, use a few dabs of hot glue to hold it in place.

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When you’re installing new cabinet drawer fronts, apply hot glue, align the fronts perfectly in the cabinet opening and hold them against the drawer box until the glue sets. Then pull out the drawer and fasten them permanently with screws from the back.

Swivel clamps are typically used to hold glass in cabinet door rabbets. But hot glue is a quick, rattle-free alternative. Just don’t skimp on the glue or the glass may fall out. If you ever need to remove the glass, just heat the back with a heat gun to soften the glue.

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Source: Family Handyman