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Jack London Junior Member
Joined: 19 Dec 2007 Posts: 22
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Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 10:36 am Post subject: oil varnish question |
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I am using International Violin oil varnish for the first time (I usually use Joe Robson's varnish and have not had this problem), and it is tacking up just a tad too quickly as I am varnishing, so my wet edge disappears. should I put in (to a couple ounces of varnish) a few drops of turpentine, pine oil, or kerosene? Or does it really not matter all that much? |
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Michael Darnton Moderator
Joined: 23 Mar 2007 Posts: 1281 Location: Chicago
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Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 11:38 am Post subject: |
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If you're having a problem you need a solution. I haven't ever used that varnish, but you need to know that kerosene won't work with every varnish, and only a drop or two goes a long way. Turpentine needs to be added more liberally. I don't know about pine oil. Another potential assist is from a little added linseed oil, which, again, may or may not mix well with that varnish. Either oil or kerosene will give the friendliest brushing, if they work with that particular varnish.
Beyond that, perhaps someone with experience with that specific varnish will know the best one to use. |
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Jack London Junior Member
Joined: 19 Dec 2007 Posts: 22
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Posted: Fri May 22, 2009 9:48 am Post subject: |
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Thanks, Michael. I did add a few drops of turpentine to the varnish, but also I cleaned the brush before doing the back and front, which also helped. |
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