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The key to a successful glue-up for me is an effective glue-up caul design. All my furniture involves curved elements, with these either being fixed to a flat piece or to another curved piece. Over the years I have designed cauls that will ensure seamless and strong joins (photo 1).
I have cauls for use on unfinished timber that are designed not to slip, and sets that are