Joining a PVC pipe to a pipe fitting requires special primer and cement that melts the surface of the PVC before fusing the pieces together (like welding metal) to make an airtight bond. Here's a ...
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How To Make Strong Glue Joints in Wood

Increasing the surface area of the joint enhances its strength. You can do this by adding biscuits, dominoes or splines inside of the joint itself, or by cutting your material to enhance the glue ...