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    Hmm when he said I could buff it back up I was...

    Hmm when he said I could buff it back up I was thinking buffing the existing finish, not putting a topical wax etc. I wouldnt want to change the finish chemically so that I could keep the ability to...
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    OK is 4/0000 different than 0000? thats what I...

    OK is 4/0000 different than 0000? thats what I remember seeing last time I looked at steel wool. What do you use to buff it back up if its too dull?
    Thanks
    Dan
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    how to degloss waterlox

    I used 6 coats of the original medium sheen waterlox sealer/finishon cherry. Its has a little too much sheen for my and my wifes taste. Is there a way I can cut it down without buying a quart of...
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    Sounds good. It really looks nice, the color and...

    Sounds good. It really looks nice, the color and depth, its just with the halogen shining on it a few feet away and catching it at the right angle that I see it. Im sure after a light sanding and a...
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    Its cherry, I did sand it before hand with 220. I...

    Its cherry, I did sand it before hand with 220. I think its just starting to build as I can see a couple spots where it went on heavier and those are smoother. So you think Im better off dry sanding...
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    I used disposable foam brushes. How do you wet...

    I used disposable foam brushes. How do you wet sand, with mineral spirts? It does seem like its just starting to build.
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    bumpy finish

    Im finishing some cherry with waterlox. The can said sanding was not nessesary, so I didnt, now after 3 coats it looks rough. Im not expeirenced in wood finishing and now realize I probably should...
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    Were hoverin in the 50's it will be a while...

    Were hoverin in the 50's it will be a while before the joys of spring come around. Im waiting for the end of May for the morels to start poping up:D
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    Im in wisconsin, I could do it in the garage, but...

    Im in wisconsin, I could do it in the garage, but its attached so itll probably still make it in the house but not as bad. I have an exhaust in there, but I dont want too much airflow to kick up...
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    How much air does waterlox need to cure?

    The other thread is getting long so I posted here. I am finishing a project with waterlox in my basement and dont want to stink up the whole house. If I tent an area with plastic and work in there...
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    Hmm to shellac or not to. the reason I asked...

    Hmm to shellac or not to. the reason I asked about sanding the gloss finish was somewhere I read that the satin finish was not as clear. How is the waterlox to work with as far as brushing. Will it...
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    so how does the wipe on of the waterlox work,...

    so how does the wipe on of the waterlox work, would you dip a rag or use a foam applicator and then wipe off with a rag? Do you just try to leave a thin coat? what ive read said do2-3 coats then...
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    any preferences on the dewaxed shellac? Im new to...

    any preferences on the dewaxed shellac? Im new to all this and dont want to get the wrong thing. What does the shellac do differently, does it penetrate more evenly or something?
    Thanks
    Dan
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    cherry with waterlox

    Im wondering if it would be good to help color up or pop the grain with an oil before using the waterlox. I dont want to "stain" it darker but wondering if any treatment before the waterlox would...
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    are those birch floors? Cool, I was thinking...

    are those birch floors?
    Cool, I was thinking about a 2 part urethane, what are the better brands of urethane's out there both single and 2 part?
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    going to a boating store to check out West...

    going to a boating store to check out West systems and anything else. Any pointers on working with the epoxy? Should I use disposable foam brushes? Do i have to worry about it running bad or is it no...
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    Anybody? I see tons of views but no replys?...

    Anybody? I see tons of views but no replys?
    Someone on another (not woodworking) forum said to use
    boiled linseed oil and laquer mixed 50/50, my previous laquered one without linseed oil didnt...
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    Finally heard back from buddy who does sailboats...

    Finally heard back from buddy who does sailboats I asked about epoxy and , he said he would do a spar urethane, what do you guys think bout that, does it dry pretty clear? Its not like this will be...
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    which particular product, there seems to be a few...

    which particular product, there seems to be a few on that website? also what does conversion varnish mean compared to any other, is it like a urethane or epoxy
    Thanks
    Dan
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    water proof finish

    I have a cherry stand built for an aquarium stand. It will have saltwater spilt on it from time to time and I want to make sure it looks like new years down the road. Also dont know if it makes a...
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