On Sun, 20 Aug 2006 16:23:53 GMT, "Jim" wrote:

Hi:

I have a project made of bubinga, but, since I have never used this wood
before, I really don't know what kind of finish to use.

I am considering tung oil or water soluable poly. I don't want or need much
darkening of the wood. It is quite dark enough already.

The project will require some gluing, and I suppose that I should use one of
the dark products. What kind do most people use?

Jim

I've used a LOT of it on turning projects but never flat work, so this input
might not help...

Mostly used natural danish oil... doesn't darken very much and really brings out
the grain pattern..

On pens and bowls, I like the look and feel of the bubinga just sanded and
buffed with the beall system... the wood seems just oily enough to buff to a
nice glow without any oil or finish...



Mac

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