Using Gorilla Glue to Mend a Damaged Tree Limb
Gorilla Glue can bond a wide range of materials, from boat cracks to ceramic tiles, and it also works for reattaching broken tree branches. Branches may snap because of strong winds or excessive weight from swings. If not fixed promptly, the break can lead to moisture and decay. Instead of hiring a tree service, you can do the repair yourself with Gorilla Glue.
By Avery Howard4 steps
High wind is the main cause of broken branches.
Gorilla Glue is formulated to bond a wide variety of materials. It can be used for fixing cracks in boats, attaching ceramic tiles to a bathroom floor, and reattaching broken tree branches. A branch might break for several reasons, such as high winds or too much weight from backyard swings. If a broken branch is not repaired promptly, dampness and rot can develop. Rather than hiring a tree service to handle the branch, you can fix it yourself using a bottle of Gorilla Glue.
Step 1
Pour a small quantity of Gorilla Glue into an aluminum tin. A small branch can be repaired with a little glue, but a larger branch may require significantly more. It's best to begin with a small amount and add extra as needed.
Step 2
Dip a wooden stick into the glue and lift out a glob. Spread the glue thinly and evenly across both sides of the crack in the branch. Press the sides of the branch together.
Step 3
Cut a piece of twine long enough to wrap twice around the broken branch. Wrap the twine around the branch to hold it together while the glue sets. Tie the twine securely into place.
Step 4
Let the glue set for a week, then cut the twine off the branch.
