I used hot glue to affix some decorative stuff to a diamond willow walking stick but when I went to finish it with Varathane spray it dissolved the bond. Is there a recommended glue that will hold firm after spraying ? TIA for any assistance.

Hi, I've got a 4 person kitchen table that I made years ago. (I'm not a woodworker, but took a class at the time.) It's nice maple, but the shape and lack of disassembly is a pain. I'd like to take it apart with as little sawing as possible. The top is 3/4 inch thick maple, 4 boards glued...