Wood glue takes a while to set, and that can be a problem when you can't use a clamp to hold the two pieces in place. For situations like that, a little super glue is all you need.

If you have any type of strong adhesive, there's a good change the cap's stuck on there tight because you didn't bother to clean off the nozzle the last time you used it. Rockler reminds us that a little petroleum jelly can solve this problem.

Wood glue is designed to hold strong and create long-lasting wood joints, but it takes a while to dry. Hot glue, on the other hand, hardens almost instantly. The combination of the two makes for a perfect method of building sturdy wood joints.

Which glue should you use? Well, that depends on the type of materials you're trying to stick together. Make's comprehensive adhesives chart recommends the best glue for your project.

If you've ever worked with hot glue, you know how much it smarts when it gets on your skin. You can't even pull it off until it cools. Here's a tick to help with both of those problems.