Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Need advice on refinishing wood

Posted by MW on 01/05/09 - 2:16 AM
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I hung some coat hanger wire so that the screws that I put in the sides could clip on, and I could dry the board horizontally (leave the screws long), when I got to the final coats, I dried the boards (over night) in the bathroom (no dust). I sand down my corners and edges too, this gives the appearance that the wood is NOT new, and the high gloss finish sticks to these areas better with less chance of wearing off. This is not "woodworking law" or anything, just what I do, there are many different ways and tricks to refinish wood, we all do it a bit different, kinda makes it fun in a "Sadistic" way. I kinda hate doing it sometimes but, when the compliments come in, you are to lean back with a swagger and say "Yea, I love working with wood, it relaxes me". The beautiful wood makes these boats stand WAY out and sparkle !