Xaemian Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 I have a friend making vases out of wood, however we're looking for a finish that will seal them well enough to be able to hold water without absorbing it. I was thinking that you could use a natural food grade mineral oil and maybe some type of wax mixed with it? Anyway, I'm still a total n00b, so if anyone has used such a product r heard of such a product please let me know! Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vermont Carpentry Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 I would look into finishes used on wood canoes or boats. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 I'd use a glass, plastic, or metal insert to hold the water - like a drink cup or plastic container. But, if I really wanted to use all wood, I'd look into marine products like CPES (something penetrating epoxy system). I think Marc has a video on CPES, but I can't find it right now. [ I didn't notice that the subject was "all natural finish" until after I posted. ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 The first thing that comes to mind as a natural water proofing is pitch. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitch_(resin) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xaemian Posted January 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 The first thing that comes to mind as a natural water proofing is pitch. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitch_(resin) Hey, tree sap... Why didn't I think of that... =o) Even found a primitive way of applying it.. How to make pine pitch [EDIT] Also wanted to share this with anyone else interested. Source of natural resins for making your own varnish. This is what I was looking for. Thanks Vic! Natural Resins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Z. Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 I have some barrels made for Saint Bernards. They are lined with a heavy coat of wax... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xaemian Posted January 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 All Natural Tung Oil It's all natural, and FDA approved... This actually looks like the winner for what we need... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 All Natural Tung Oil It's all natural, and FDA approved... This actually looks like the winner for what we need... I've used tung oil and never realized it was actually water proof. Of course, I'm not sure it was "100%". Thanks for the link D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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