Is there a way to dissolve or reduce the strength of “strong as nails” glue?
Question by Haley: Is there a way to dissolve or reduce the strength of “strong as nails” glue?
I am working on a home improvement project and want to redo some stairs. I would like to just remove the top and front boards of each step and leave the risers in tact, but the boards seem to be glued together. Is there a way that we can reduce the strength of the glue the constructors used without damaging the wood of the risers?
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Answer by dulcrayon
sorry, no, any thing that would dissolve the glue (which is REALLY hard after it has set up) would really damage the wood. your only choice is to remove the unwanted wood as gently as possible (if there is room an excellent choice is a Japanese saw-there are several types-but all are very thin and have straight teeth) then refinish the remaining wood (sand/paint/stain/etc.)
glue is used when it is intended that the parts forever remain together. if you’re dealing with solid wood it’s not too bad, if dealing with plywood or OSB then expect it to really tear the wood up.
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You will have to replace the boards with new ones , as u cant dissolve the glue between the boards without damaging the boards.
I’m assuming you mean you want to remove the tread (top), and the riser (front), and leave the stringer intact. there is no way to pry up the treads and risers without ruining them, they will have to be replaced. However because they are glued to the cross grain of the stringer, the stringer will not be damaged. You will need to do some scraping and sanding to get the old glue of the stringer. Make sure that when you put on the new risers and treads you use PL400 or another type of construction adhesive or else your new stairs will creak.