Since the glue-up can make or break a project, here are some things to keep in mind.

For larger pieces like furniture, glue is often used in conjunction with other fasteners or joinery techniques.

This video is a great primer on the different types of glue and when to use them.

Depending on how your pieces fit together, you may need a variety of different clamps and clamping techniques.

Don’t feel like you need 101 different clamps just to get started.

it’s possible for you to always upgrade or buy more as you work on more complex projects.

For some great tips on how to properly clamp projects, check outthis articlefrom The Family Handyman.

you might also usepocket screwsto hold a piece together while it glues.

These are just a few basic techniques for working with glue to join wood.