Home Improvement Asked on February 3, 2021
I have a base that is 650mm deep. I’m going to have to glue several planks together to get this depth and, eventually, the last two to make the 650mm base. The problem is, I don’t have (and can’t see for sale) 650mm clamps to do this. As it’s 2m long, I’d need quite a few clamps to do it.
Can anyone think of any alternatives?
If Bessey K style are not in the budget, Bessey H pipe end clamps are very economical, with new lengths available for the price of an iron (or steel) pipe.
Found these on Amazon UK
Answered by HerrBag on February 3, 2021
What you're wanting are called "Sash clamps". Some people call them bar clamps.
You can join them simply with a good PVA glue. But personally I prefer to dowel them as well for added strength. With this sort of length you'll want to put at least 3 clamps on the bottom and 2 on top to help keep it flat and wind it up tight to make a nice wide board.
The process looks something like this:
Make sure you put clamps on top because the pressure can cause the wood to bow out. Clamping from both sides prevents that bowing and keeps it nice and flat. Note the edge protector! that's important if you want a nice finish.
They come in different lengths usually around 1+ meters. They are probably around US$20 each.
Answered by Matt on February 3, 2021
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