Fatsav Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Hi Guys, just joined group. Staring to get into woodworking. First project new wooden side gate, using recycled Jarrah from a mates roof. There are some large holes where I have cleaned out some rot. I want to know the best product to use to fill in holes. Finished product will be oiled to show off the natural colour of the timber. Most putty's Ive seen are not 'natural looking'. I was thinking along the lines of some sort of resin product. Ive been told that it needs to be UV stable as well. Any help would be much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted September 3, 2015 Report Share Posted September 3, 2015 Epoxy is commonly used for that, often mixed with sawdust if the same wood to help blend the colors. There are a few boat builders around here that can recommend some specific products. Welcome to the party! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewpatrol Posted June 2, 2017 Report Share Posted June 2, 2017 Epoxy is most definitely NOT uv proof. I use it for building my boat and its covered over with timber or paint.. I would either live with the holes or fit what is known as a "Dutchman" which is a piece of wood shaped to fit a special cut hole in timber. Either that or cut around holes if you have enough timber. Another thought would be to scarf some timber together with weatherproof glue. You're going to be refinishing that gate a lot by putting a clear finish on it, in our climate. A scarf join is two pieces of wood joined end to end with, usually, opposing slopes of anywhere from 8:1 up to 12:1 or more depending on strength required. Oh damn , i just noticed how old this thread is, dontcha hate that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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