Quote Originally Posted by wazkelly View Post
Timbermate does have a habit of shrinking as it continues to dry out however most of my experiences have been with using water based inks & dyes over the top which rehydrates the stuff a little bit before shrink back. Just needed more clear top coats (TO in my case) to fill the contours.

Not sure how it would go on Hardwoods that are susceptible to movement due to climate and atmospheric changes. Resin my be best bet as it is basically a clear glue that can be tinted any shade of colour if required.
Yeah, they guy I got the wood from does resin pouring to make coffee tables and the like and I was considering getting him to treat the body. It does come back a little to how heavy that would make it. I really want to make something that is enjoyable to pick up and play, while I don't mind a bit of heft, this one would be a bit of an ordeal.

I actually had my first Jam with other people in ages on the weekend and played 4 hours straight on the Hagstrom, which is solid mahogany. My shoulders (and fingers) are still feeling it.

Anyway, good to know re timber mate, I think that seals the idea of starting over.