to seal the bands i think a good thick coat of polyurothane would do the trick.
to seal the bands i think a good thick coat of polyurothane would do the trick.
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Sorry I missed this post until heresjohnny bumped it. On my bar project, I started by applying multiple coats of polycrilic (around 40) over the bands. The problem was, I wanted a smooth top surface, and even after that many coats of the poly, it was still really bumpy from the bands overlapping. Then my dad recommended EnviroTex, which is like a pourable plastic. It comes in a 2part container that you just mix and pour. It is self leveling and the box claims one application is equal to 50 coats of varnish.
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One thing to be aware of with the polyurethane- it has a tendency to yellow with some age. Even the products that say "non-yellowing" or something along those lines can start to take on a patina, especially if they are exposed to sunlight. Personally I like the look of the old poly when it starts to color with age, but it's something to look out for.
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yeah the yellowing would probably be bad for allowing the bands to be seen through the surface. polycrillic as you said you were using might do better. i guess i havn't made anything that is old enough to see the yellowing effect. with the polycrillic did you try sanding it then applying a fresh coat? not sure if it would fog from the paper, but i think there is a fine enough grit to accomplish that, or even could you wet sand it like you would a car's paint?
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