[pianotech] Hot Hide glue

[William Monroe]

Hi Jim

I second your opinion.  I used supply house hot hide for a number of years
before getting some glue from Bjorn.  I wouldn't suggest it was some sort of
epiphany, but it was a notable improvement.  Definitely worth getting.  But,
if you don't use a lot, I believe he only sells in minimum 5# quantities, so
folks might consider asking fellow techs if they need some, and split the
bill.

William R. Monroe


On 3/8/09, jim ialeggio <jimialeggio at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> List,
>
> Before I came to piano-land, I used lots of different woodworking glues.
> Hot hide glue was not something I had much need for.
> However, since working on pianos, I've come to appreciate and enjoy working
> with the stuff.
>
> A couple of months ago Jude Revely put me on to a soul out there who seems
> to live for hide glue.
> He really knows its properties, produces high grade product in many
> different consistencies, and has the know-how to steer you towards an
> appropriate grade to fit your requirements.
>
> My experience of the stuff previous to using his glue was a rather stringy,
> snotty affair;  using glue of ungraded consistency and  who knows what
> provenance.
>
> So I tried his #251 grade.  What a pleasure to use. No strings or goobers,
> melts quickly and evenly, and achieves the appropriate consistency through
> proper grade selection rather than adding or evaporating water.  I thought
> some might be interested in his contact info.
>
> Enjoy**
>
> *
> *
>
> *Bjorn Industries,  Inc.*
>
> **
>
> *551 King Edward Road*
>
> *Charlotte, NC 28211 *
>
> *Phone – 704-364-1186*
>
> *Fax – 704-364-1098*
>
> *Email – info at bjorn.net*
>
> * *
> Jim
>
> --
> grandpianosolutions.com
> Shirley, MA  (978) 425-9026
>
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