Got some Punky Buckeye Burl Pen Blanks...

[Corey Hallagan]

If i soak these in a poly/mineral spirits mixture for several days will it soak up and help stabilize these blanks or is there a better fix. Pretty blanks, but I don't think I can turn and sand them the way they are.
Thanks!
Corey

[Bernie Weishapl]

Hey Corey. Mix some white glue and water in a 50-50 mixture. Soak them overnight and then let them dry. The water helps the glue soak in deeper than normal and stablizes the wood. I did this on some spalted maple and it works great. Turns nice also.

[Corey Hallagan]

Thanks Bernie! Hadn't heard of that before, will give it a try!

Corey

[Brad Hart]

on pen blanks it also helps to soak in if you predrill them to provide more and deeper penetration