much appreciated information
thanks very much for the tips and help. I am glad to see the tips were consistent so I was not confused even further. Looks like its back to the chainsaw for me to start splitting the logs ASAP. In my previous readings I had learnt about sealing the ends but not about splitting the wood.:2tsup: Also thanks for that link - I had not seen that site before.:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:
cheers
Mick
end grain sealer vs paint
Ern and Bob,
interesting about you both strongly recommending a proper end-grain sealer. I have very limited experience but a number of sources say paint will do. I do double coating on each end.
Perhaps this should be a separate thread, although it is still related to cracks in the wood. I'd be interested what others do and how much better using a proper sealer is. Also, if others seal the end-grain on rough turned bowls as I do not remember seeing this written before.
cheers
Mick