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31st Jul 2020, 3:28 pm | #21 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
As I say in post 18, interaction with previous coat.
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31st Jul 2020, 3:41 pm | #22 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
Its the rustins stuff. I don't remember any problems with the previous cans. Infact I have some left in a small can, I might try and see if any different. Ive bought exactly the same product down to the barcode being the same.
I wonder if the weather as well isn't helping things too, but suspect not. The varnish is this stuff: https://www.uktoolcentre.co.uk/produ...iABEgK0S_D_BwE Though not from that retailer, and infact I think it was a different retailer to the first can... |
31st Jul 2020, 3:45 pm | #23 | |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
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If I have to be that precise with the time frames between coats I might well never finish this If you're correct I suppose I will have very lightly sand this and build some more layers over a few days. I try to be scientific with this, because Im very inexperienced when it comes to finishing. I take the attitude if its not right, I did something wrong, therefore go back and try something different. EDIT: so if it is interaction between coats, any idea what an ideal interval might be? I take it I want it cured to a point, but perhaps not entirely cured such that the new coats spirits start to dissolve it? |
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31st Jul 2020, 3:55 pm | #24 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
Might also be worth double checking that the varnish is suitable to thin with white spirit - not all are.
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31st Jul 2020, 3:56 pm | #25 |
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31st Jul 2020, 4:31 pm | #26 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
try it on another small piece of wood, not veneered
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31st Jul 2020, 4:49 pm | #27 | ||
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
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To get off subject slightly, I no longer use polyurethane varnishes having had too many problems in the past and never really got a great finish. I use the new generation of 'milky' finishes that go on like melted butter, dry quickly and self level without any sign of brush strokes or anything like that. The stuff is milky from the can but it dries perfectly clear. I've used it extensively in recent years. I realise it's no use to you now, but for future projects I'd definitely consider it. I use Wilko clear varnish. They do it in gloss, satin and matt and in stain colours too. You simply will not beat it to get a great, hassle free finish every time. I used it in this project: https://www.vintage-radio.net/forum/...d.php?t=130650
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31st Jul 2020, 5:08 pm | #28 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Is that on top of the previous varnish? A repeat of others, I missed page two.
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31st Jul 2020, 5:08 pm | #29 | |
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Re: What causes this in polyurathane varnish?
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31st Jul 2020, 5:24 pm | #30 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Previous varnish I have applied, I.E same stuff. It was plain veneer when I started which has been lightly stained, I have been building layers of poly and sanding between. I really thought I was reaching the finish line with this, I.E just one more top coat, a few weeks to ensure its cured then on to the buffing stage before assembling all my bits. But unfortunately events or my methods are now conspiring against me!
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31st Jul 2020, 9:57 pm | #31 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Something I learned via a distance learning course many years ago. Paint doesn't dry, it cures. It's not simply about the solvent evaporating whatever solvent that may be. Someone has already said this. The oils in the paint oxidise.The same effect can be seen with cooking oil on pans, cookers and extractors.
I'm not sure whether polyurethane varnish works in the same way, but I'd expect it does. So recoating would need to be done either before the first coat has started to cure, or after it has cured well. |
1st Aug 2020, 9:06 am | #32 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Odd that - I've never had a problem with that material, even when brushing on in spades. The one exception being a table with oak veneer, which never achieved a perfectly flat surface, even after repeated light sanding and further coats.
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1st Aug 2020, 2:32 pm | #33 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
I’ve just sanded and applied a new coat from an old tin that id previously not had issues with, just to see if the problem presents itself again. I applied it thicker than last time but not too thick. Should see the results by evening...
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1st Aug 2020, 5:41 pm | #34 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Well, it isn’t the varnish. Same result with the old can, which leaves environmental factors or layer interaction. Looking like later interaction is the problem. So I will have to now build a few coats over a period of days before I can correctly sand these blemishes out. This varnishing lark really is a pain in the backside!!!
I don’t suppose there’s anything nice and easy that could be applied as a top coat over this now? I’m doomed to finish with poly now aren’t I? |
1st Aug 2020, 6:23 pm | #35 | |
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1st Aug 2020, 7:00 pm | #36 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
So what would I be waiting for? For the layers of poly to be completely cured?
From what I understand you either apply layers in quick succession, say a day or so between. Or wait for absolute curing and then sand a little to help adhesion? My mistake therefore must have been to attempt something at an in between stage? So I could either build more coats on top of the “crazed” and wrinkled ones, and through sanding smooth that out OR Surface sand the lot, forget about it for a month or so then revisit? Does that sound correct? I think taking it all off won’t be an option. I’d need to re-apply veneer to the whole project. It’s very thin and the stain is a surface stain that is easily sanded through. Appreciate all the advice guys, it is what it is, I’m not giving up!!! Cheers Adam |
1st Aug 2020, 7:14 pm | #37 | |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
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It may well take more than a month, if it takes a thumbnail impression at all it's not ready. |
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1st Aug 2020, 8:58 pm | #38 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Ok, I have various pieces in stages. Is there any harm to sanding them before the 4-6 weeks I leave them?
I guess it gives me a well earned excuse to take a break from this project for my mental health |
13th Sep 2020, 9:03 am | #39 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Just and update, sure enough merlinmaxwell was correct.
After waiting just over a month I have sanded the piece, re applied varnish and there are no wrinkles or abnormalities at all. Now I just need to de-nib it |
13th Sep 2020, 9:15 am | #40 |
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Re: What causes this in polyurethane varnish?
Like I explained in post 18. Take my advice and don't use that stuff again, use the new milky varnishes as sold by Wilko. It's absolutely problem free and a perfect finish every time. Great news that you got there in the end though, well done.
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