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DIY: Applying Pre-glued Edging

DIY: Applying Pre-glued Edging

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Step 1: Prepare Surface Edge

  • Fill any large holes
  • Sand rough spots
  • Remove sawdust
  • Cut edging 1.5cm longer than surface to be covered

Step 2: Apply Edging

  • Preheat iron on “cotton” setting 
  • Position edging
  • Slowly press iron over length of edging
  • Check to see if glue is melting

NOTE: Use craft paper or aluminium foil to protect iron bottom.

Step 3: Bonding

  • Whilst still hot, press edging down firmly with wood block or roller
  • If mistakes should occur, simply reheat and reapply

Step 4: Trim Edge

  • Allow edging to cool completely
  • Trim excess with an edge trimmer or utility knife
  • Sand wood veneer smooth and finish as desired
DIY: Applying Pre-glued Edging

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