I think I scored some Minwax (some time ago) in my local Bunnings. Rusty tin (ok inside), on sale as it looked like it had been on the shelf for ever
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I think I scored some Minwax (some time ago) in my local Bunnings. Rusty tin (ok inside), on sale as it looked like it had been on the shelf for ever
Minwax Wipe-On Poly has both Oil and Water based versions. The place I used to get it from no longer carry it, but try: Where to buy...
I got it from masters, but its closing down now, mine is the oil based version, it comes up great.Quote:
Originally Posted by FredA
Ok, i asked my relly but he is shutting up shop due to ill health sadly, im very upset. Did a quick search online for you and found this australian site. They have heaps of good veneers for a reasonable price, give em a go....Quote:
Originally Posted by FredA
http://au.xxl-sale.com/search/?q=Ven...FYNjvAodlF0L1Q
And heres a link to the Minwax water based wipe on poly, you order it and pick it up at your local woolies store.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Minwax-Wa...WOwOoz48epRazg
No worries. Thanks heaps for these links! I'm going to check these out!
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The veneer had a few ripples in it so my bro in law said to use a damp cloth over the top and use a steam iron to flatten them out, he said i can do that because i used a water based glue.
It worked a treat. because i didnt have many clamps i screwed some timbers to the roof of the shed, cut timbers and after putting a piece of melamine over the top, used the timber as braces.
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After all was dry i checked the surface, some small cracks had appeared and the middle join was slightly opened. I used superglue and some walnut dust to fill the middle join.
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With this guitar i want it to retain all the grain features, cracks, dents and undulations but at the same time look flat and smooth. To do this i looked round for a clear grain filler and found one from America but i got it from an Australian supplier.
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Its crystal clear, non toxic, water based and can be sanded in a few hours after application. You can then put any product over the top. Water based clears, Thinners based, nitro, 1k or 2K, poly or turps based.
Top of veneer showing cracks
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1st coat applied with a credit card, a little goes a long way.
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4th coat of wipe on poly to the neck
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looking sweet as Nitro, that neck is looking pretty shiny after 4 coats, are those pics after it's cured or just applied ?