Mike_in_CA
Member
I'm going to admit there is much I don't yet understand about the multiple steps in a great finish. After dozens of pens, I still feel that there is much to learn about turning pens & finishing with a great glossy look. I'm coming from a Micro-Mesh > EEE > sealer > friction polish habbit.
As read in many threads, there are a dozen subtle ways to apply the CA. I suppose these steps are common;
1. Seal the wood with a brand of sanding sealer or thin CA.
2. Apply CA, wait to dry. Choosing weather to sand or not between several coats.
3. There is often additional steps such as wax, auto polish, HUT, buffing compounds, etc. If there are steps needed after CA, then is CA really the finish, or is it really a build under the last step to make the finish look deep?
I probably would not do this, but, wouldn't the finish be the same, or nearly the same if only friction polish, HUT bars, buffing compounds, etc. then another polish were used? I guess the point is CA is much more durable.
I'm going to jump into the CA pool, get a fan for fumes, and start applying what I've read. My biggest concern - I just hope my blanks don't stick to the mandril.
All comments and suggestions much appreciated.
As read in many threads, there are a dozen subtle ways to apply the CA. I suppose these steps are common;
1. Seal the wood with a brand of sanding sealer or thin CA.
2. Apply CA, wait to dry. Choosing weather to sand or not between several coats.
3. There is often additional steps such as wax, auto polish, HUT, buffing compounds, etc. If there are steps needed after CA, then is CA really the finish, or is it really a build under the last step to make the finish look deep?
I probably would not do this, but, wouldn't the finish be the same, or nearly the same if only friction polish, HUT bars, buffing compounds, etc. then another polish were used? I guess the point is CA is much more durable.
I'm going to jump into the CA pool, get a fan for fumes, and start applying what I've read. My biggest concern - I just hope my blanks don't stick to the mandril.
All comments and suggestions much appreciated.