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18th March 2018, 01:23 PM #1
Timber and finish suggestions for sharpening pond tray
Have a trough in my workshop and I'm keen on turning it into a sharpening station, want to make a tray that will sit recessed into the top to hold my stones. Only problem is I'm clueless when it comes to what timbers and finishes are suitable for something that will frequently be getting wet. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
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18th March 2018, 01:56 PM #2Taking a break
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Given that the stones will probably move around a little bit in use, you'll want a tough finish that won't be abraded off too quickly. Maybe something like a marine epoxy finish or a 2-part floor polish?
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18th March 2018, 04:03 PM #3
Cheers mate! The stones will be used in holders so abrasiveness isn't too much of a concern.
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18th March 2018, 04:12 PM #4
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18th March 2018, 04:13 PM #5GOLD MEMBER
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Laminated bamboo covered with marine epoxy?
I suppose if you are going cover it with epoxy, you might as well use plywood. Marine ply ideally.
If you really want it to last, roll fiberglass over the plywood. Pour over epoxy and apply modest heat to remove bubbles.
This is easy to do and you can even give it a ribbed or textured surface with a metal roller. Seal both sides and all edges.
Read the instructions to see when the epoxy is truly hardened as opposed to merely set.
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18th March 2018, 04:57 PM #6
Bamboo and marine epoxy sounds like a go, I've actually been interested in getting some bamboo laminate for some outside counters so it will be a good chance to check it out before I commit to buying larger amounts.
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I've used Formply for marine engine boxes exposed to the weather. All cut edges were treated with a very thin epoxy Norseal Wood Preserver. They had years of use with nary a sign of rot or other degradation.
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