Hi all,

After today I will have my cedar strips cut and be ready to put on the first sheer strip. Since I am not going to use staples to hold this first piece in place I am assuming you guys use a hot glue gun. If so, what size do I need, small---large? I have never used one before. And is it hard to dislodge the haul from the sections from the hot glued strip when you are finished and want to take the haul off of the forms?

I went into the woods last evening and brought back an 8", 8' split down the middle walnut log that really looks good. Also, I cut a small 4 " dia white ash for later use on the bow and stern. Now when I see trees I see strips. This is really a great site.

Thanks
John