Matthew Cashman
02-12-2015, 4:03 PM
Hello carving folks,
I mostly lurk over at the Neanderthal forum, but I now have a question that might be more appropriate for your expertise (even given the existence of a finishing forum).
I have two carvings I purchased in Bali which I admit I cherish a little. I don't know the type of wood or the existing finish. I have had them now for about 5 years.
My question to you: I'm worried about further drying and cracking / checking / splitting. What do you think would be the wisest path for maintenance? Some sort of drying oil is what I was thinking. Waxes would be tough given the detail.
I've given you a close-up of where there are very small splits. Thank you in advance for your thoughts!
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I mostly lurk over at the Neanderthal forum, but I now have a question that might be more appropriate for your expertise (even given the existence of a finishing forum).
I have two carvings I purchased in Bali which I admit I cherish a little. I don't know the type of wood or the existing finish. I have had them now for about 5 years.
My question to you: I'm worried about further drying and cracking / checking / splitting. What do you think would be the wisest path for maintenance? Some sort of drying oil is what I was thinking. Waxes would be tough given the detail.
I've given you a close-up of where there are very small splits. Thank you in advance for your thoughts!
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