Gloss wiping varnish on plain sawn figured maple
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I’m using Arm r seal Gloss oil wiping varnish on a curly maple jewelry box. This is the first time I’ve used the Gloss version. The problem I’m having is with the plain sawn top the glossy finish is uneven. It is glossier in some areas and duller in others. ( On the other hand the sides of the box which are straight grain look even and just fine ) I’ve done 4 light coats with light sanding between coats. Any suggestions how I can help the plain sawn top look even?
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If it is an irregularity in the absorption rate, once the current coat is well cured it should act as a sealer. If subsequent coats still show the effect it may be the reflection of light. Not as in glare but, as in the way the reflected light makes us see something.
The cure for this may be to 'finish the finish' by sanding the offending surface with 1000, 1200 or so grit wet-or-dry using a bit of mineral spirits as a lubricant. Once you have an even scratch pattern on the surface, apply another top coat with a foam brush. This will lay a thicker (but not too thick) topcoat layer.
Thanks for the advice. I will try that after a full day of curing inside. I assume you mean a light scuff coat at one of those grits?
I was also thinking of doing a final coat in semigloss to add more flattening agents but not sure if that would help or hurt at this point. Thoughts?
Curly wood is s alternating hard and soft areas, and the soft are soaking up the finish faster. I think you just need more coats.
I don't sand between every coat. You're just getting rid of what you've applied. I generally only sand, very lightly, before the last coat. You get to your final build faster.
Thanks John. I hope that works.
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