Hi! I was given an old oak chest and I have it almost apart! I let the sun "warm" the glue and it came apart with out much effort. I can now see a few edges that need mending. You mentioned mending the runner, that's basically what I need to do! Do you have recommendations on how to do that? I have power tools but not a lot of knowledge of hand tools (besides screw drivers) and one small chisel, that probably needs sharpening.
Difficult to offer advice without seeing the runner in question, or the fit, the layout of the chest etc. All I can say is give restoring or replacing the runner a go as it will bring new life to the box, and that is the most important thing. Don't worry if it looks "fixed". It doesn't have to be a perfect restoration and it will add to the history and character of the box.
Hi! I was given an old oak chest and I have it almost apart! I let the sun "warm" the glue and it came apart with out much effort. I can now see a few edges that need mending. You mentioned mending the runner, that's basically what I need to do! Do you have recommendations on how to do that? I have power tools but not a lot of knowledge of hand tools (besides screw drivers) and one small chisel, that probably needs sharpening.
Difficult to offer advice without seeing the runner in question, or the fit, the layout of the chest etc. All I can say is give restoring or replacing the runner a go as it will bring new life to the box, and that is the most important thing. Don't worry if it looks "fixed". It doesn't have to be a perfect restoration and it will add to the history and character of the box.