a finish on cradled frame
Hi, I'm wondering if I should put some kind of a matte finish on the bare wood? Is it advisable or not and if so, what? Thank you........
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Permalink Reply by Michael Billie on -
Are you talking about the frame that doesn't have any wax on it? If so, I usually put clear varnish on the sides and the back of the panel. That's just to keep moisture out of the wood and prevent it from warping.
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Permalink Reply by Karen Harris on -
yes, that's what I mean. My son had suggested I use tung oil. I'll investigate the clear varnish. Thank you.
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Permalink Reply by Paula Blackwell on -
I like to paint the sides with the clear wax fuse and scrape off any excess
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Permalink Reply by Karen Harris on
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thank you everyone for your suggestions. I think what I'll do is try a few of the ideas and see what works out best. It's wonderful to be able to ask a question and receive quick answers. I appreciate your help!
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Permalink Reply by Paula Blackwell on
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Thanks for asking the questions Karen, we all learn from the various and different answers
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Permalink Reply by Josephus on -
I've used tung oil. I seal my panels with rabbit skin glue size before applying gesso or wax. Even then, I may do as Paula Blackwell suggests, apply and fuse clear wax and scrap away the excess.
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Permalink Reply by Paula Blackwell on
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Hi Josephus, you can even use paraffin wax to seal the sides,much cheaper then our precious beeswax
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