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jsimpson

Post subject: Stabilizing burl wood

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 1:15 pm

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Hey gang -

What methods/products would you recommend for stabilizing a burl drop-top? I've heard of using a LOT of CA, Minwax Wood Hardener, submersing in a 50/50 mix of white glue and water...

Cheers,

Jon

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Rod True

Post subject: Re: Stabilizing burl wood

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 2:08 pm

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You need vacuum to really stabilize wood properly. Minwax wood hardener is a good product.

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Herr Dalbergia

Post subject: Re: Stabilizing burl wood

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 3:23 pm

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I tane epoxy for laminating GFK, Kevlar etc. The same stuff they use for building airplanes, propellers, etc. cheers, Alex

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Mike Collins

Post subject: Re: Stabilizing burl wood

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 3:51 pm

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Constantines-or Klingspore sell veneer stabilizing products.

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ernie

Post subject: Re: Stabilizing burl wood

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 7:47 pm

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system 3 epoxy no 2 grade . thinned with alcohol helps stabilize veneers

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