I’m happy with how this one turned out. Turning wood is a nice change from acrylic
Walnut handle
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Beautiful brush. Well done!
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What does one finish wooden brush handles with to keep them safe from the water?
By the way, I like that brush handle. The grain is attractive and I think my fat hands would enjoy that chunky shape.
By the way, I like that brush handle. The grain is attractive and I think my fat hands would enjoy that chunky shape.
Really gorgeous my friend!
I really have to get a mini lathe.
I really have to get a mini lathe.
That is a gorgeous brush. The color streaks are amazing. I really need to get a lathe and try making brushes.
Look great.
Great looking brush. Well done.
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I've been using 2 thick coats of Polyurethane, although numerous coats of Super Glue is probably better
Thanks for your input. I've wondered about polyurethane. Crazy glue and I have a love/hate relationship!
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It applies nicely (especially the Minwax spray). I tried the super glue thing and was not a fan of the multi-coat process.
I've used that on small projects in the past with pretty good results. No complaints!It applies nicely (especially the Minwax spray). I tried the super glue thing and was not a fan of the multi-coat process.
It applies nicely (especially the Minwax spray). I tried the super glue thing and was not a fan of the multi-coat process.
Does it go on the inside also, before the knot is set?
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yes, and I've actually poured (not use sprayed) in a liberal about of polyurethane inside too. You really want that area to to be sealed well
Very nice! I’ve loved walnut since my first woodshop project in 1980. You’ve got a nice finish on it too, which will make or break it.
As for CA finishes, there’s a learning curve but I think once you master it you won’t settle for anything else. The biggest advantage is it adheres to itself. Poly doesn’t which is why light sanding is needed in between coats. Once you get the process down it doesn’t take all that long, but I prefer to let it cure for a day before sanding/polishing. The brand of CA does matter, not all are created the same. Loctite is junk IMO, Starbond is supreme. I finished a lather bowl with CA a few years ago and it’s still going strong. I sent one finished with poly to @DCRIII and it wore through. I can’t remember how long it took but I’m pretty sure it was less than a year. Based on this I’d say CA is more durable as well.
That’s a long way of saying don’t give up on CA just yet!
As for CA finishes, there’s a learning curve but I think once you master it you won’t settle for anything else. The biggest advantage is it adheres to itself. Poly doesn’t which is why light sanding is needed in between coats. Once you get the process down it doesn’t take all that long, but I prefer to let it cure for a day before sanding/polishing. The brand of CA does matter, not all are created the same. Loctite is junk IMO, Starbond is supreme. I finished a lather bowl with CA a few years ago and it’s still going strong. I sent one finished with poly to @DCRIII and it wore through. I can’t remember how long it took but I’m pretty sure it was less than a year. Based on this I’d say CA is more durable as well.
That’s a long way of saying don’t give up on CA just yet!
Thanks for the info! Whenever I get off my lazy south end I'll remember your report. (I hope!)
