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Dr. Deb wrote:
It may be too late already, but split the piece by cutting each side of
the plinth (very center of the tree) removed as it is the source of
splits as the piece is drying. Then paint the exposed end grain with
two or three coats of latex paint (assuming you cannot get your hands
on Anchorseal).

I have often seen mention of "Latex" paint where American woodworkers are
involved and came to the conclusion that it must be what we in the UK call
"Emulsion" paint. Is anyone able to confirm this?

If you are going to turn the cherry, you really want to rough turn it
green and leave the wall thickness 10% of the diameter. Then put it in
a heavy brown paper bag. or wrap it in a couple layers newspaper, and
let it dry for at least six months. Then remount and do the final
turning and finish.

Noted

--
Stuart Winsor