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17th May 2009, 12:18 PM #1
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What finish on ironbark/blackwood ???
Hi everyone,
cool site!!! I am currently working on a ironbark dining table and a blackwood bathroom vanity, i am wondering if i could get some peoples opinions on what finish to use on them, i have used oils (tung and others) in the past and lacquers.
ps. not looking at using a stain this time around.
thanks.
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17th May 2009, 12:42 PM #2
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My preference is Pre Cat Laquer in a low/medium gloss level sprayed on.
I pore filled with timbermate on this clock as well.
Easy to spray , isnt too fussy re dust and repairable.
joez
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17th May 2009, 07:04 PM #3
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In both cases, poly is your best bet.
Pre-cat laquer is easy to apply but does not deal with heat or moisture well, oils are worse for dealing with moisture but can take heat better..
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17th May 2009, 07:12 PM #4
On Blackwood I reckon nothing enhances the colour like a good Tung Oil.
However, for hard-wearing surfaces that'll see heat & moisture - dining tables & bathroom vanities are prime examples - a PolyU is the best finish overall.
(A headache to repair, but should take a looong time before it needs that sort of attention.)
- Andy Mc
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17th May 2009, 07:53 PM #5
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thank you everyone for responding,
would i spray on the polyu, sanding between coats or could i cloth it on ???
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18th May 2009, 11:01 PM #6
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Since polys can be applied so many ways it's best to choose the one that suits your finishing style.
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22nd June 2009, 04:36 PM #7
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hi guys, the poly done the trick
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