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Offline NTProf

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Finish for Ipe
« on: October 15, 2010, 12:40:41 am »
What is the best finish to use for Ipe and other oily woods?
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #1 on: October 15, 2010, 01:01:34 am »
I've used Tru0Oil but it takes a few days for the first few coats to dry. You can seal it with shellac first then use whichever finish you normally use. Do a test first to be sure.  ;)
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Offline sailordad

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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #2 on: October 15, 2010, 01:05:48 am »
ive used tung oil with good results\just rub the first couple of coats in by hand real good
and dont put it on to heavy,as it will take much longer to dry
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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #3 on: October 15, 2010, 01:14:08 pm »
Deft, even comes in a spray can.Dries fast, 30 min. or so.Comes in satin or gloss,I like satin less shine.
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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #4 on: October 15, 2010, 01:29:37 pm »
Call me lazy, but I usually just rub on Tung oil and have not had problems.    Ron
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Offline bubby

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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #5 on: October 15, 2010, 04:05:21 pm »
tung oil, rub it really thin, it's worked for me
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Re: Finish for Ipe
« Reply #6 on: October 15, 2010, 04:38:07 pm »
Thanks a lot, guys.
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