For maximum performance, the recommended application temperature for Gorilla Wood Glue is 70ºF, but it can be applied as low as 50ºF. If application temperature exceeds 70ºF, you can expect the assembly time to be shorter.

Other important temperatures:
Once cured, extreme cold will not affect the holding power of Gorilla Wood Glue. When exposed to extreme heat (near 220ºF), the bond can hold but only at a fraction of its normal strength.

1 gallon of Gorilla™ Wood Glue will cover about 200 square feet.

1 fluid ounce will cover approximately 1.56 square feet.

The hardest of exotic woods, like ebony, may present some glue absorption problems and may be too smooth for gluing. Also, harder woods, when burnished during planing, present problems for gluing as the surface gets very shiny and slick.

Achieving the optimal gluing surface should be done by sanding using a higher grit sandpaper (220+). Lightly sand to ensure open surface pores and remove any glazing.

Oily woods can also be more difficult to bond due to oil resistance to water. The best solution for oily woods is to wipe them down with rubbing alcohol or acetone to cut and remove the oil from the wood surface. Glue after the solvent has dried completely on the surface.

Factors that affect clamping include the specific type of joint, type of stock or lumber, moisture content of stock, room temperature, assembly time, and surface quality.

Recommended clamping pressure by wood density
Low 100-150 psi
Medium 125-175 psi
High 175-250 psi

Measurement (pounds per square inch)