RE: glueing large areas
I always use yellow wood glue (Titebond) when gluing up large areas or intricate parts. like sheeting. Titebond also makes a slower setting glue, Titebond III. One other little known trick-it is possible to apply yellow wood glue to both surfaces, let them dry, and then use a steam iron to iron the pieces together. Professionals use this method to apply veneers to substrates. Hope this helps.