Rick A McQuay Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 And a laxative... Are your cutting boards feeling a little backed up? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 I finish my cutting boards with Ambergris. I find it's the only suitable natural oil finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted May 13, 2015 Report Share Posted May 13, 2015 Sperm whale poo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted May 13, 2015 Report Share Posted May 13, 2015 Sperm whale poo? Yea, I need to get a new supplier.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxdabroxx Posted May 13, 2015 Report Share Posted May 13, 2015 I put mineral oil on my store bough cutting board when it looks a little dry after many washings. I figure some beeswax or something as a top coat may help but the bottle was cheap and it's easy enough to apply another coat as needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomP Posted August 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 OK guys. I have another question. I am turning a wine goblet. What finish would you recommend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Edgar Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Most oil based finishes will cause walnut to darken to some degree. To keep a lighter tone, try a wax, clear lacquer, or water based finish. Or even CA gluenfor small pieces.What is the procedure for using CA glue for finishing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 What is the procedure for using CA glue for finishing?Depends on the piece. Not a turner myself, but I've seen turners use CA my dribbling it onto a piece while spinning on the lathe, and polishing it in with a paper towel.I have used CA for small items like wooden jewelry and guitar picks. I prefer the thinnest type of CA, and dip into it or brush it on liberally. Be prepared to allow drips to run off the piece. The CA forms a very clear, hard shell. Jewelry worn against the skin witll eventually break it down if not cleaned regularly, but guitar picks I've made hold up incredibly well with a CA finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 (edited) This is what I would use. -Ace- Edited October 27, 2015 by AceHoleInOne spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 (edited) Ya know, I don't know of any finish that will really hold up to drinking glasses etc. The finish will hold up fine for a while with good care. If you use the glasses a lot. Any finish will eventually deteriorate. -Ace- Edited October 27, 2015 by AceHoleInOne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Edgar Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 Depends on the piece. Not a turner myself, but I've seen turners use CA my dribbling it onto a piece while spinning on the lathe, and polishing it in with a paper towel.I have used CA for small items like wooden jewelry and guitar picks. I prefer the thinnest type of CA, and dip into it or brush it on liberally. Be prepared to allow drips to run off the piece. The CA forms a very clear, hard shell. Jewelry worn against the skin witll eventually break it down if not cleaned regularly, but guitar picks I've made hold up incredibly well with a CA finish.I just had to have the missus help me cut my fingers apart this past weekend, trying to line up joints while using CA glue. Not sure I want to drizzle the stuff on a rotating piece. Just sayin' 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 I just had to have the missus help me cut my fingers apart this past weekend, trying to line up joints while using CA glue. Not sure I want to drizzle the stuff on a rotating piece. Just sayin' Lotion your hands well, and let them dry enough that they aren't greasy. That usually keeps the CA from grabbing the skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomP Posted November 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 The CA glue helps fill in gaps on the work piece. Used mostly on plastic blanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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