Question for Russ and Others

Re: Question for Russ and Others

Sam Simpson

>Hi Y'all,

Joel, I will skip right over the considerations of whether or not one product will be compatible with another, and in what order, and get to a different point.

UV inhibitors work by absorbing rays, and as such have a limited useful life-span that is directly related to how much exposure they are given. Considering this, it seems obvious that the UV inhibitors should be applied to the outer surface of the finish so that they can be reapplied at intervals. With the added advantage of also protecting the finish structure it's self.

Regards Sam Simpson

Re: Question for Russ and Others

Russ Fairfield

>Same answer.

If you want to use a Armor-All type product, put it on top of the finish, and be prepared to recoat it at least every 6-months. In time you find that the Armor-All is a dust magnet, or maybe you will miss a few applications; and then give up and just let the wood go where it will. I did.

Re: Question for Russ and Others

John Crissman

>My two cents:



I have heard the UV suppresing discussion a few times and each time I am struck with the same question, that until now, I have not voiced.

So here goes, "Isn't this kinda like trying to freeze time? (Or trap a fart in a bottle?)"

Even if we do it, will that be enough to make us satisfied? At some point we have to let it go.

I work hard on the pieces I do then I am done. I cannot effect what God did to them before I got them, nor after I am done. I can only make my mark while I had 'em.

Not trying to step on toes, just my gripe,

John

Leaving our Mark

Ric Erkes

>"I can only make my mark while I had 'em."

Yes, I agree somewhat, but if I sold a bowl that sits flat on the table only to later have it finish drying and warp, is that not my fault? How about a glue joint that comes apart in a few years, because I didn't understand how wood moves?

My point being, I think we would like our 'mark' to last as long as possible. If the day a piece goes out the door is it's finest hour, then we should try and do what we can to protect it.

I know a very well known turner who air brushes over the streaks in Box Elder so that it never fades.

Ric

Re: Leaving our Mark

Sam Simpson

>Hi Y'all,

John, I know exactly how you feel about leaving things to mature naturally. There is even one school of thought that would have us being fully aware of what maturity lies ahead and plan for it in our end result. Like making a violin. But then there is the school that would have us build our finest works to show the glory of the moment. Like painting with woods in marquetry. Each is a discipline that the finisher must adjust to. And it often falls on the conservators bag of tricks to find ways of preserving the intentions of the maker.

But that fart in a bottle? your on your own with that one.:)

Regards Sam Simpson.