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Offline Keefie

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Which finish to use???
« on: May 05, 2014, 06:56:07 am »
Hi all, I'm making a set of butterfly coasters for my daughter, what is the best finish to put on them so the hot cups won't mark them?

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Offline BilltheDiver

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Re: Which finish to use???
« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2014, 08:08:48 am »
I think Polyurethane gives about the toughest finish, and waterproof.
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Re: Which finish to use???
« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2014, 12:01:34 pm »
I think Polyurethane gives about the toughest finish, and waterproof.

think PU is the only real waterproof finish.
but might think a good clear lacquer will work as well,
only don't put them in the dishwasher ;)
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Offline Jim Finn

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Re: Which finish to use???
« Reply #3 on: May 05, 2014, 10:20:01 pm »
I would avoid lacquer and use Varithane or an epoxy.
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