I use Titebond II and usually apply it with an artist brush. I keep a 2 oz jar with straight Titebond and another 2 oz jar with Titebond thinned with water 25%. For applications needing extra strength, I apply the thinned Titebond to both surfaces and let them dry for at least 1/2 hour, then follow with full strength and clamp if possible. I buy the brushes at Harbor Freight, 20 for 3 bucks. I keep a container of plain water beside the small jars of Titebond to rinse and keep the brush in while using . Once finished, rinse the brush out and let it dry. Makes for a very light build. Not as light as CA, but no side effects and still very light.