I've encountered my first plaster filled handle. I understand that is pretty common in these vintage brushes ...
My question is: if the plaster is in good shape, is it safe to leave it in place and just epoxy the knot to the top of the plaster or is it better to drill out the plaster completely?
The plaster on mine is in very good condition and the plastic walls of the brush seem very thin (its a Century brand), so I'd prefer to leave the plaster alone except for grinding it down to the depth I want.
Also, the walls of the handle are thin and the shape is such that the interior of the walls will not contact the base of the knot - is it okay to just bond the knot by its bottom surface?
Thanks in advance to all you restore pros.
My question is: if the plaster is in good shape, is it safe to leave it in place and just epoxy the knot to the top of the plaster or is it better to drill out the plaster completely?
The plaster on mine is in very good condition and the plastic walls of the brush seem very thin (its a Century brand), so I'd prefer to leave the plaster alone except for grinding it down to the depth I want.
Also, the walls of the handle are thin and the shape is such that the interior of the walls will not contact the base of the knot - is it okay to just bond the knot by its bottom surface?
Thanks in advance to all you restore pros.