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They seem to have changed the verbiage some, but take a look at this on the PDS:

Advantages: • Contains UV absorber to reduce discoloration of natural wood from exposure to sunlight. •...

I didn't think there was an argument. I provided a link that appears to show at least some importers are following whatever rules the international community has agreed on. But I can see how that...

That does not seem consistent with what Advantage Lumber says, and I think they are the largest importer of Ipe' in the US.

https://www.advantagelumber.com/about.htm

I agree that using local...

I don't agree that UV inhibiting finishes lack clarity, at least not the one I've used. Kem Aqua Plus looks as good as any other WB clear coat I've used. It also contains a dual UV package. One...

As far as I know, yes, it is still very rot resistant, at least the stuff I used to build my deck with about 9 years ago is. That's the good news. The bad news is Ipe' is a PITA to keep looking...

Kent, here's three coats of MW Oil Modified Poly on mahogany and maple, applied with a cheap foam brush. I scuff sanded with 325 grit between coats.
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Spanish cedar and most any mahogany are good choices, too, and best left unfinished unless you like maintenance or keep a cover over the table when not in use, as I do.

John

GF's other WB topcoats spray very well for me, never a problem, dozens and dozens of gallons. As for complaints, I've seen plenty of complaints for several companies. $53 definitely is an...

Kevin, do I interpret it correctly that the lid of your unit fits over the grooved platen snugly enough that the vacuum doesn't pull it towards the center? That was a huge problem with mine. Adding...

The vacuum frame presses I'm familiar with look like this. The lid is nothing more than a frame around the outside that holds the gasket seal and plastic membrane that does the pressing. The bottom...

Oh that is a wonderful piece with some awesome looking wood. The design is restrained but elegant, with great proportions.

Take a well-deserved bow. And get the Bengay because I bet that thing...

Platens go in the bag, so I'm guessing you are talking about a flat surface upon which the vacuum bag will rest. If so, a torsion box would be an ideal solution. 1/4" MDF would be plenty thick...

Thanks for sharing the pain, Kent. Misery loves company. I've never had any trouble with other WB's. Have you tried Minwax Oil Modified Poly? That stuff flows out beautifully with a cheap foam...

40% is low, Bill, anywhere East of the Mississippi. But you guys make raisins out of grapes out there on the left coast, so I can see how that might seem high.

Back to woodworking, 40% RH is...

I added an inordinate amount of Extender to the EVar II. It made almost no difference in the number of bubbles. So then I started thinking about a true bubble breaker and found this one from...

Gotta drawing of the cabinet, and/or some photos? It might help in figuring out why only those drawers are getting pinched.

John

Glad to read you got it cutting properly, Stuart. It'll pay dividends from here on out. Bandsaws can be very precise cutting machines when properly tuned. Having to deal with all the issues you...

Bill, did you ever overcome the bubbles with EV II? I'm having the same problem when brushing it. I haven't tried spraying it yet, but after finding this thread I'm not too optimistic it will be...

I've used gallons upon many gallons of EnduroVar. It had a very nice reddish tint, brushed and sprayed great, and was very durable. Fast forward. A few years ago, GF decided reformulating it would...

Most folks are running much larger DC systems than what you have hooked to it. Moving the sawdust requires CFM and velocity. Restricting the inlet air will reduce CFM. You've found a compromise...

Glad to see you have your machine up and running, Malcolm, and it's meeting your expectations. It truly is amazing what these machines can do. I have a much lighter duty machine even than yours. I...

Malcolm, glad to hear Grizzly was responsive to the problem and helped you get it sorted out quickly. A certain Italian made saw is well known for failed start switches, and a whole lot less...

Clorox. Look up the correct ratio for killing mold and spray the boards with it. Live ash trees have about 40% moisture, the lowest of any native tree, I believe. Standing dead with no bark is...

If you want the final color to be the same as white oak then you will be very limited in options. I can't think of anything besides white ash, as Jim mentioned. It has a sort of similar grain and...

If it isn't sealed within about 3 days cracks will form. You may not see the cracks until much later, but they are there, so sealing afterwards won't get rid of them. Yes, sealing later still slows...