Propolis with control of "Candida albicans" and immunomodulatory effects. Propolis is used by some string instrument makers (violin, viola, cello and bass) as a varnish ingredient. Some workers use it to seal the surface of newly made bridges. Propolis was purportedly used by Antonio Stradivari in the varnish of his instruments. Propolis is used by some chewing gum manufacturers to make propolis gum. Propolis is used to bring about a chemical reaction to convert fats and oils into automobile wax during application. Propolis Propolis or bee glue is a resinous mixture that honey bees produce by mixing saliva and beeswax with
Wood glue do not adhere well to hardened PVA glue. PVAs will creep under constant load. "Elmer's Glue-All" is an example of PVA adhesive. Aliphatic resin emulsion, commonly referred to as "yellow glue" or "carpenter's glue", has a similar use profile and relative ultimate strength as PVA. The two glues differ in grip characteristics before initial set, with PVAs exhibiting more slip during assembly and yellow glue having more initial grip. Brands include "Titebond" and "Lepage". Contact cement for wood veneers. Hot glue for temporary uses. Homemade glue for paper, wood, and internal uses. Several wood glues have poor "gap-filling" ability, meaning