[cero]

The next project we have is fixing up an older chest cabinet type that we have but the only thing I think will work is wood glue. We do need to re-screw the top pieces as well but I am thinking at least with the glue it can also be a "little helper project" for the young one.

[Allie]

Just be careful to wipe the seams when you finish. Once the glue hardens, it can be sanded off but it's hard to do. Other than that I don't see why the young ones couldn't help with things.

[Sunny14]

I agree that it's ok to let them help with the wood glue. I wouldn't let them use super glue or gorilla glue though- that stuff is potent.
My daughter helps out with crafts and things like that all the time. Have fun!

[cero]

I don't think I could sand this chest as its very old, it could just as easily fall part knowing my luck with a sander. I love the chest and its been around in this family for a long time so I want to save it if I can.

[homeboy]

Do you have clamps to make sure the pieces are really stuck together while they go through the drying process? Clamps are great to make sure you have a nice solid connection.

[homeworker]

You have to sand it manually. Just wrap sandpaper on a piece of wood small enough to hold comfortably in your hand and go.