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How to apply snake skins?

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Gordon:
Stan,

I stain the back a dark brown to bring out the pattern in the skin. I prefer using TB liquid hide glue for applying skins. It gives you plenty of working time and it has a natural affinity for the snake skin. After I stain the back (and let it dry) I apply a coat of hide glue. I let this coat dry and then coat again and apply the skins. No need to use ace bandages as the hide glue literally sucks the skins down. It is VERY important that you get all of the air bubbles out before you apply a finish over the skins or the finish will crack.

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