Spalting

[John Frigillana]

:(How can I reduce the spalting on a bowl that was left to long. Used a watered down mixture of bleach, brushed on. Would this affect the finish?:confused:

[robert hainstock]

Bleach should help, a rinse wipedown with a mixture of baking soda and water should neutralize the bleach. A water wipedown is all I've ever used before finishing though. Good luck. :)
Bob

[Bernie Weishapl]

I have did the same thing as Robert with good luck but again that is before finish has been applied. I am not sure it would do much good if you already have the finish on.

[Jason Solodow]

Why do you want to reduce the spalting? Has it gotten too punky? The more spalting it gets, the more I like it... If the wood has gotten too soft in a few small areas I would harden it with Thin CA. If the entire thing is soft, I've had alot of success with using a 50/50 mixture of Kirklands Dish Detergent/Water. Soak the piece for 24 hours then turn and dry. In my experience, it does not effect the finish at all.

[Jim Becker]

Spalting only continues if the piece's moisture level is above a certain point. Perhaps some careful drying will help you get the result you want.