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Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

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Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

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Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

mcdick

>Does anyone know the recipe for (Behlens) Master Woodturning Finish? Also what is a good finish material for a somewhat punky birch bowl? thanks for anmy info.

Re: Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

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I don't know their recipe but try this.

Dave Smith

>Hi,

I have been using a mixture of equal parts boiled linseed oil, pale shellac and alcohol. For lighter woods substitute tung oil for linseed oil. Mix in small batches and shake well before using. This mixture is a friction polish I use on pens, bottle stoppers and such. One thing I have found is that the best results are obtained by using shellac made from flakes.

Dave Smith

Practicing chemistry without a license in Longview, WA.

Re: Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

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Dave, What # cut of shellac? Thanks!

Jay in Ohio

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Re: Anyone know recipe for Behlens Woodturning finish?

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#2 cut shellac

Dave Smith

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