Luthier here: will this erode or dissolve wood or hyde glue?
1737935
I have had no problems with this dissolving any glue joints on the wood that I have used it on. Test an area to see would be my recommendation.
1737936
I've used ballistol on many gun stocks and pistol grips. no problem at all. hyde glue, I don't know for sure. wouldn't want to lead you down the wrong road, but if I were to bet, I'd bet that it would not dissolve the glue.
1737937
Not sure about Hyde glue, but Ballistol is excellent on wood gun stocks. It does not cause the wood to splinter like typical gun oils and it dries to a protective coating on metal.
378486
Absolutely! I love this stuff so much I just sent it to my daughter today--don't tell her, it's a surprise! But seriously, I use it on all my instruments, acoustic and electric and there is something in there for everything. All the best, George
1858531
Thanfully yes since all my guitars are rosewoodfretboards. This fluid is not really aggressive. You need some good amount of elbow grease along with the cleaner to get that player buildup off. That's likely a good thing as it's milder nature keeps you from overstripping the fretboard's finish. Some have written that it darkens the finish but my experience is the opposite...likely due to the dark dirt and oil buildup that it removes.
913879
I've only used it when changing strings to clean and condition the fretboard. I would assume not though.
1724331
It will attach to almost any instrument and also comes off without leaving sticky residue. The tone is great!! You will be happy with it.
952409
I would try to contact the manufacturer. I have not used it on wood that has been treated for heat/water resistance. There may be chemicals in the two that do not mix well.
1098669
It depends on the finish. The clamp has rubber feet to keep it from scratching the finish. It didn't damage my ukulele, which has a satin/matte finish.
1858532
I've used it on rosewood without problems. Doesn't take much to bring back that rich color but I use such a thin application it fades before the strings need to be changed - rather not get it on the strings, though. The label warns NOT to use the product on maple. A bottle lasts a long time and I always have a guitar due for clean and re-string.
2023764
It works better on not wound (or flat wound) and light gauge strings. I didn't get much effect on 5 string bass. Considering I got 2 almost dried out cans, I couldnt apply to much product, but I think a little amount should work.
1166988
If left unmixed with superglue the product will shear off rather easily with pressure or could be scraped off with a exacto knife. It's definitely not as solid as a soder point. I used it to glue the batteries into old gameboy games. Be sure to rough up the battery with a piece of sandpaper or something to get a good mechanical bond
937494
Yes , I would put some wood glue in between the wood where the noise is and then shoot 2 inch nails in it , that will stop all noise after glue dries
860546
Did not have this problem yet. Have a problem with the strings always breaking. I guess wood glue could do it.
1441212
If mixed and applied properly and also clamped well for the recommended period, I would think the glue joint should maintain its bonding strenth for a very long time. The glued surfaces should be smooth, this is not a gap filling adhesive. A number of things could affect the bond such as exposure to water (wood would become damaged). This is my personal opinion, perhaps you could contact Dap and ask them the question.
1628509
Lemon oil. Do NOT use on unfinished maple fretboards. Other than that, it's a trade secret.
1408997
I have not used it on antique furniture but the compound has wood fibers in it which should take a water-based wood dye in order to make it blend with the original finish. On antique furniture I either replace the wood in kind or use burn-in stick shellac to fill small holes and cracks. This is a wonderful product and performs as advertised. I used it to restore fretwork on an 1892 Queen Ann house with excellent results. Of course I painted over the repairs which now cannot be seen. For painted antique furniture this would be excellent. By the way, it's final color when hardened is a light tan.
1772074
It depends on the humidity where the case and guitar are stored. How dry, or wet is the guitar? If the ambient humidity is near or at optimum then there is no need to do anything extra. The humidipak will be fine. If the room conditions are way out of the desired range then the ability of the salts in humidipak to release or absorb moisture will be exhausted more quickly than expected. This is my understanding of the process.
913876
Not really, when first applied to the wood there is less friction on the surface but after a week or so the oil is pretty well soaked in or rubbed off. I would not look at it as a fret lubricant. it is a wood conditioner and preservative. Strange as this might sound, I hear a better quality sound, clearer, fewer muddy overtones....probably just me. I suppose that if the fret board is kept in good condition, the oil and grunge from your fingers is cleaned off and there is less "stickyness".