Finishing

  • Tung Oil, or Chinese Wood Oil as it’s sometimes called, is a natural oil derived from the seed of the nut of the tung tree. The jury is out as to whether it can spark a nut allergy. Tung Oil air dries to form a tough, hard film that has a fairly strong amber tint. Because it doesn’t have any solvent or driers in it it can take a while to dry, and dependant on conditions this can be up to a week although 48 hours is more common. As with most finishes a thinner coat will dry quicker. Normally applied with a brush or cloth.
  • Woodturners stick wax is a mixture of beeswax and carnauba wax it is slightly softer than the Carnauba Wax Stick and therefore slightly easier to apply and there are no concerns about it marking softer woods. Applied over a sanding sealer, simply hold the stick against the revolving work and allow the heat generated to melt the wax onto the wood. Buff up straight away using Safety Cloth, using the cloth to ensure an even coating.
  • WoodWax 22 contains beeswax (for shine) and carnauba wax (for hardness). Blended together in a solvent to produce a soft creamy paste. This makes it very easy to apply over any surface. WoodWax 22 is quick drying enough to be applied onto unsealed wood but works best on one of Chestnuts sanding sealers. If working on the lathe the wax should be applied with the lathe stopped. Apply using a cloth (Safety Cloth or Stockinette works well with this); the wax spreads easily over the surface, after about 20 seconds it starts to drag slightly. This means it is ready to buff up; if you haven’t covered the whole piece by then don’t worry, just take a little more wax from the tin and carry on applying, the wax won’t mind waiting! It’s best to buff WoodWax 22 as soon as you can; that way any surplus wax that might have been applied will be removed, allowing the shine to really show through. If working on the lathe Safety Cloth should be used for the buffing process and let the lathe do the work for you. Off the lathe Safety Cloth or Stockinette can be used. A second or even third coat of wax can be applied if required, leaving about twenty minutes between coats. After three coats the finish can become softer and will mark very easily.
  • Designed specifically with pen turners in mind. This finishing kit consists of nine different, colour coded, foam backed sanding pads measuring 10cm (4") x 8.5cm (3.1/4"). Includes the following grit sizes: 1500 - Rust 1800 - Green 2400 - Black 3200 - Tan 3600 - Wine/Brown 4000 - Teal 6000 - Purple 8000 - Royal Blue 12000 - Grey Suitable for wood and acrylic blanks .
    1. Professional Clear Gloss Lacquer Superb thick, nicely levelling product. Requires fewer coats for a deep, lush shine. Can be mechanically buffed after a few hours.
    2. Professional Clear Satin Lacquer Produces a superb satin finish on most surfaces in just two coats (over sealer) without further work required.
    3. Professional Black Gloss Lacquer Like the Clear Gloss, this black requires fewer coats for a fantastic depth of finish.
    4. Professional Black Satin Lacquer A silky smooth black surface over sealer can be produced in just a couple of coats. Use without sealer to preserve visible grain.
    5. Professional Matt Sanding Sealer An excellent spray-on sealer with plenty of solids providing a super-hard surface for any finish to be applied over the top.
  • Hampshire Sheen - Cellulose Sanding Sealer 500ml is pre-thinned, giving you absolute control of the provided surface. Supplied in 500ml tin.
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    Citrus Burnishing oil can be easily applied and then burnished dry in a matter of minutes, and can be overcoated with waxes or lacquers if you wish. Use multiple coats for a water and oil resistant finish suitable for salad, fruit and snack bowls. Easy to apply; Over 50% Tung Oil; Food Safe when dry; Fresh smell when dry, fading over time; Deeply penetrating and protecting; Will not chip, flake or peel; Naturally water and oil resistant when cured. Supplied in a 500ml (17.6oz) cone top bottle.
  • Hampshire Sheen’s Danish Oil is food contact and toy safe when fully cured and complies to EU71 regulation. Thinner, more penetrating and less smelly that other Danish Oils, this product contains only pure Tung Oil and no artificial varnish, resins or other vegetable oils.
  • As the name suggests, the High Gloss variation brings a higher shine to your decorative woodwork . It is  tough, with an additional 'Pow' of shine that suits some lathe projects. Contains a high quantity of carnauba and microcrystalline waxes.   Shiny, tough and exceptionally long lasting. Food and toy safe, too. Supplied in 130g tins.
  • Hampshire Sheen – Inlays

    £7.15£11.50
    Hampshire Sheen - Inlays, metal powder and decorative sand inlays are a popular choice to team up with the CA glues. Powders supplied in 250g-350g bottles, Sands in 250g & 350g shakers.
  • Hampshire Sheen - Lacquer 500ml Aerosol have been formulated to be strong, flexible and very glossy. They can be used for both internal and external projects. Glass like finishes can be achieved with these two superb acrylic spray lacquer products. Supplied in 500ml cans with 2 nozzles.
  • Quick drying Microcrystalline Wax is an ideal protective finish for many different projects and has many uses besides wood. Both Fingerprint and water resistant, Microcrystalline Wax is a hard wearing overcoat to wax and other finishes for an extra level of gloss and protection to your decorative wood items. Just a little of the product goes a very long way, so use it sparingly!
  • Hampshire Sheen CarnaCrystalline is a secret blend of Carnauba and Microcrystalline waxes in a 31g turners stick that produces a gloss finish like nothing else. Easier to apply than a traditional carnauba wax stick.
  • Hampshire Sheen Embellishing Wax are ideal for enhancing open grained decorative items from woods such as Oak or Ash or woods with added texture.  They work brilliantly in combination with the Intrinsic Colour Collection and this selection available in nine colours are a great, easy to apply alternative to gilt creams. Supplied in 60g tins.
  • Hampshire Sheen embellishing wax is designed to be used on open grain woods such as oak or ash and works brilliantly to highlight textured  elements on tighter grained woods. Use in conjunction with the Intrinsic Colour Collection for stunning results. Supplied in a 130g lever lid tin. Apply liberally and buff to a gloss.  
  • Hampshire Sheen Intrinsic Colour Collection, individual bottles of the Intrinsic Colour Collection in a large 250ml size, twelve shades of colour developed and mixed by Martin Saban-Smith. 
  • Hampshire Sheen Intrinsic Colour Collection, individual bottles of the Intrinsic Colour Collection in 125ml size, twelve shades of colour developed and mixed by Martin Saban-Smith. 
  • Hampshire Sheen Intrinsic Colours being water based, they are non-flammable, environmentally friendly and afford you a long working time. They sink deeply into the wood and preserve the appearance of the figure in the wood, releasing the hidden subtleties. Apply more than one coat of dye to build up depth of colour, and add a black or earth undercoat for an even more dramatic effect. For the adventurous colourist, Intrinsic Colours can be mixed together to create even more shades or thinned with water for a lighter shade.  
  • Hampshire Sheen Pen Turners Overcoat is a 100% microcrystalline stick for pen turners who enjoy the benefits of this special wax on their turned pens, be them wood or otherwise. It applies over any finish the turner favours to give a fingerprint resistant, glossy shine.
  • These beautiful  micaceous-based colours are for artists and crafters who wish to add a touch of  glamour or glitter to a piece, such as the translucent glow of an  angel's wings, a butterfly, a fish or the brilliant iridescent shimmer  on a mallard drake's neck. Simply mix the iridescent colours directly  into your paints or apply after decorating to highlight specific  areas. The choice is yours. For best use when using the Iridescent paints in an Airbrush, looks well on an ebonised background.
  • Liberon Black Patinating Wax is used for adding a coloured finish, highlighting areas or creating striking effects on all types of interior materials. It is ideal for ageing modern furniture, disguising repairs to old and new furniture, and highlighting areas on finished pieces and decorative carvings. It is suitable for use on wood, metal, gilt, plaster, tone, MDF and papier-mâché.
  • Liberon Easy French Polish is as shellac and resin-blended polish ideal for use on furniture, carved woodwork and artefacts in rare or exotic woods. Suitable for use on small surfaces measuring 1m2 or less, it will beautifully enhance the wood’s natural finish, and produces great results quickly. Available in clear for a natural effect, it is ideal for beginners to furniture restoration.
  • Liberon Finishing Oil is a blend of high quality oils for use on all interior wood and turned woodwork. Used to nourish and enhance the colour of the wood, it is suitable for use on kitchen tables and bathroom furniture, and can also be applied to cork, stone and terracotta. Water, heat, alcohol and food acid resistant, it gives a matt, satin or gloss finish depending upon the number of coats applied. Ideal for surfaces requiring a hard wearing and water-resistant finishes.
  • Lubricating Wax is specially formulated to lubricate and clean interior tools and machinery to increase their efficiency and keep working parts moving freely. Silicone-free, it is suitable for use on saw blades, cutter blades, machine tables, lathes and planers to increase longevity, and help to reduce rust and corrosion on all bare metal surfaces . Its special properties will also assist in the quick cleaning and easy removal of glue from veneer presses and G-clamps, as well as help to reduce resin build-up from softwood.
  • Liberon Quick Drying Tung Oil is a high quality natural oil for protecting interior and exterior wood. It provides a hard-wearing finish, and is ideal for surfaces such as tables and furniture. A quicker drying version of Liberon Pure Tung Oil, each coat dries in approximately four hours, and is highly resistant to water, alcohol and food acids. Being a penetrating oil it allows the wood to age gracefully and develop a natural patina. It provides a long-lasting matt finish.
  • Liberon Superior Danish Oil is a blend of pure, high quality tung oil and natural oils that feed, enhance and protect hard and soft woods. It is a penetrating oil, which brings out the natural grain of the timber and provides a satin to gloss sheen. With added UV filters to help prevent discolouration from the sun, and water, heat and alcohol resistant, it is suitable for both interior and exterior use. It is safe for use on toys.
  • Verdigris Wax is a multi-purpose coloured wax for creating striking effects on all types of interior material such as wood, metal, stone, plastic and plaster. Recommended as a special effects wax, it gives green hues of oxidised copper and brass and can be worked into moulding, bronzes, papier-mâché, alabaster and carvings. Ideal for decorating household objects, it buffs to a soft sheen, and can also be applied as a wax finish to bare or coloured wood.
  • Wax Filler Sticks are blended wax filler used to repair cracks, splits and small to medium-sized holes without sanding or having to strip the finish. Available in a wide range of intermixable wood colours, they can be applied without a heat source, are quick drying and have no shrinkage making them ideal for use on finished furniture and other articles.
  • Wood Bleacher is ideal for removing dark stains caused by rust, alcohol, damp, ink, ring marks and fruit. It can also be used to lighten naturally dark wood or natural wood which has darkened through alkali stripping, staining or weathering. It does not harm the wood.
  • Llewellyn Ryland Polyester Pigment are coloured liquid/paste mediums based on pigments dispersed within a solvent-free reactive unsaturated polyester resin. They are available in a wide range of colours varying in strength and consistency depending upon the particular colouring application. They have been developed to blend easily into resin systems. The range of colours is based upon pigments carefully selected for colour fastness, opacity, heat stability and having minimum effect upon the curing characteristics of the final system. The resin used with the Polyester Colour Paste is a specially developed solvent-free reactive polyester resin which chemically cross links with the moulding resin so that the colour is "locked in" once the system has cured. They can be used to colour most polyester resin based systems used within the composites or related industry. These Polyester Colour Pastes have excellent stability.
  • Milliput Epoxy Putty

    £2.65£4.75
    Milliput Epoxy Putty, the two sticks have a long shelf life but once mixed the resultant putty is at first soft and highly adhesive and then gradually hardens. Speed of hardening is dependant on temperature and at normal temperatures (20-25ºC) Milliput becomes rock hard in three to four hours. By the application of heat the setting time can be reduced to a few minutes. After setting hard Milliput continues to cure and is fully cured after an elapse of time equal to the setting time at the same temperature. Once fully cured Milliput can be machined, drilled, tapped, turned, filed, sawn, sandpapered and painted. Milliput can be sandpapered and painted immediately it has set. (it is advisable to wear eye protection during this process). Milliput is an excellent adhesive and will bond any of the following to itself or to any of the others - wood, brick, cement, metals, concrete, plastics, glass etc, but note that Milliput is not intended as a thin layer adhesive and should not be used where a paste, mucilage or thin glue is indicated. Milliput will set under water and is heat resistant up to 130°C. Shelf Life: Recommended that Milliput is stored in cool, dry conditions. Please reseal bags after use. Stored correctly this product should remain workable for about 2 years. Available in six colours: Standard (Yellow/Grey), Terracotta, Silver Grey, Black, Superfine White and Turquoise Blue.
  • Perforated design which allows the dust to escape without clogging. mixed pack of 15, 3 of each of the following 5 grits, 120G, 180G, 240G, 320G 400G, 70mm x 125mm.
  • Perforated design which allows the dust to escape without clogging.
  • 1" x 20' abrasive in a convenient dispenser. Perfect for spindle, pen, or any turning where small strips are needed. This convenient dispenser is loaded with five 1" x 20' rolls of cloth backed aluminum oxide abrasive. Each dispenser pack contains one roll of 150, 240, 320, 400 & 600 grit abrasive. Just pull out and tear off the length of abrasive strip you need.
  • 1" x 20' abrasive in a convenient dispenser. Perfect for spindle, pen, or any turning where small strips are needed. This convenient dispenser is loaded with four or 1" x 20' rolls of cloth backed aluminum oxide abrasive. Each dispenser pack contains one roll of 150, 240, 320 & 400 grit abrasive. Just pull out and tear off the length of abrasive strip you need.
  • Although French polish is the general term for all types of Shellac Polish, it is also a product in its own right. Mylands range contains many blends of Shellac Polish which have been developed over the years to fulfil various different requirements – some of which are slightly modified products for a specific purpose. They come in various depths of colour, which give the French Polisher latitude to choose the most appropriate product for the timber being polished. Shellac products have a variety of uses from finishing antiques and reproduction furniture to acting as a barrier between two normally incompatible finishes. They are particularly useful when refurbishing furniture as they will seal in any wax product which may have been applied to the furniture in the past.
  • Mylands Blonde Dewaxed Shellac Flakes are used to produce a transparent, brown-coloured French Polish which is often used in antique restoration or the bespoke production of furniture. Easy to use, it is ideal for use on lighter coloured woods.  
  • Use as a wipe on sealer (2 coats) prior to applying High Build Friction polish or Melamine Lacquer. Very quick drying (3-6 minutes).
  • Mylands wax polishes are manufactured from the finest natural ingredients including pure Beeswax and Carnuba wax. Mylands wax will help hide any surface scratches and produce a deep traditional sheen. On polished surfaces use sparingly and buff within a couple of minutes.
  • Danish Oil is a specially formulated blend of natural and synthetic oils for use on wood products. A very durable penetrating oil suitable for both interior and exterior wood. Excellent heat and water resistance make this a very versatile finishing product.
  • Sold world-wide as probably the market leader in Friction polish. After sanding surface very smooth, seal with either Cellulose Sanding Sealer or Lacacote Wood Sanding Sealer (wiped on).
  • Shellac Sealers are used in the French polishing trade either; as a quick drying finish to seal timber after staining; or as a basecoat for subsequent coats of French Polish.
  • Used for diluting French polish, Light Fast and Earth Stains, or cleaning surfaces and tools.
  • Fine finish starts with good preparation! Use these mildly abrasive pads after sanding for a final smoothing process to give a near-perfect surface prior to applying any finish. Very long lasting, these pads are also very flexible and do not crumble, thus avoiding contamination of your work.
  • Fine finishing starts with good preparation! Use these mildly abrasive pads after sanding for that final smoothing process to give a near-perfect surface prior to applying any finish. Very long lasting, these pads are also very flexible and do not crumble, thus avoiding any fear of contamination of your work. Exercise care when using these pads with the lathe revolving.
  • A low sheen finishing oil based on Tung Nut Oil, Beeswax, Citrus solvents and anti-fungal oils that penetrates the timber substrate to nourish, preserve and seal; as well as providing protection against weather degradation and rot. A natural alternative to petroleum hydrocarbons and water based oils
  • Organoils Hi-Speed Finishing Oils specifically formulated for on-lathe, under-turning-speed finishing. It is a heavy oil which can well deal with the load (fill) requirements of softwoods - you may choose to cut it (with vegetable turpentine) for denser hardwoods. One of its unique ingredients is the rare, Mustard Seed Oil (a well kept Aussie secret until now!) which gives the formulation good slip for the wet-sanding procedure and a silken touch to the finished result.
  • A penetrative, nourishing, quality finishing oil which reflects the original, heavy-oil formulations that traditional Danish Oils were renowned for. As a clear finish will richly enhance the existing woodcolour/s. For best results, requires quality dry-sand surface preparation; using 600 /1200 / 1500 grit papers (the finer the better) Upon curing/drying (min. 14 days) makes for ideally prepared surface for further (optional) Waxing/Polishing.
  • A refined Beeswax and Citrus Oil polish with pleasant aromatics and emulsified into a ready-to-use paste. For the palest, brightest cabinetry finish offered in our range; a double wax application and polish (min. 24 hours apart) to raw, fine-sanded woodwork would be recommended.
  • Features:
    • Fine control of heat and precise handling of the burning head, variable heat, up to 1100º C.
    • The pen (for handpiece) has a cool running and lightweight handle which remains comfortable even after many hours of use.
    • Writes quickly and as fluently as a fountain pen.
    • Cost effective replacement points.
    • The ability to shape your own points from specialist wire with the supplied fine wire, perfect for fine detailed burning. Thicker wire is available, ideal for enhancing bird or stick carving.
    A robust and reliable controller unit, housed in a strong steel case, that have been used both professionally and continuously for over twenty years. Each pyrography machine contains a pen, a meter length of 25 standard wire gauge (SWG) to make your own points, six spare nickel chromium nibs (five standard points in 25 SWG and one spoon point in heavier 24 SWG) and a handy 12 page instruction manual.  
    • Designed for use with the Peter Child Pyrography machine: two pen flexibility at the flick of a switch.
    Save time and switch between pens quickly and safely or heat two pens simultaneously for multiple users. Stow pens in built-in cradles for ease and convenience and keep spare points safe and accessible in the brass container. Units are available with or without a pen. Unit is powered by a Peter Child Pyrography machine
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    While this resin has been manufactured to resist scratching and resistance to marking from heat sources we must stress this resin will still mark if sharp items are moved across the surface or hot items are placed on the surface.

    As with all casting products, we stress that customers should purchase a small amount to perform initial tests to ensure suitability for their project and requirements.

    Product Data Units Mix
    Mix Ratio  Weight 100 : 50
    Hardness  ShoreD 80 - 85
    Viscosity (25°C) mPa.s 600 - 900
    Density (25°C) g/cm3 1.09 – 1.13
    Pot life (200g, 25°C) Mins 25 - 30
    Cure Time (200g, 25°C) Hours 24
    Full Cure (25°C) Days 7
    Recommended Casting Thickness mm 1 - 5
    Pigmentation Epoxy pigments are the recommended system to colour this resin however the polyester range of pigments will also work. Please read the Technical and Safety Data sheets prior to use. We recommend small scale testing to ensure compatibility before using at full scale.   Cold Weather Notice Cooler temperatures in the UK and Ireland around mid-autumn to mid spring are not ideal conditions for water clear epoxy systems, this can increase the chances of crystallisation in the resin (this can occur at room temperature depending on circumstances, it is however much less common). Appearance can differ depending on the degree of crystallisation, from small lumps sitting on the surface to a hazy/milky white appearance, extreme cases the contents may completely solidify.  Crystallisation occurs due to a phase change from liquid or solid similar to that of water turning to ice, fortunately it is easily reversed by warming the epoxy component to 60°c.  Ensure any crystals are completely removed as remaining crystals can act as a seed causing the crystals to form again quite quickly. Lab results show the heating cycle to remove crystals can be repeated on multiple occasions before beginning to suffer from any losses in resin properties.   We recommend keeping the resin system at a good room temperature at all times where possible, ensure to clean the lids and bottle necks of containers with isopropyl alcohol / acetone allowing the solvent to evaporate before replacing the lid.  
  • Pyrography Loops & Points

    £5.57£10.00
    Made from Nickel Chromium wire and with normal use will last many years.
    • Make points to your shape and design using wire cutters and pliers. One reel can make in excess of 150 points. Hammered flat, they can be used as a blade for burning feathers, grass or fur, or file the wire to a needle point for minute detail.
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    The Record 8" Buffing Machine is the ideal solution for buffing and polishing woods as well as some metals and can be used in conjunction with pastes and compounds on a wide range of surfaces. It features a heavy-duty cast iron base which can be bolted to a bench and rubber feet to reduce vibration, making for smooth and stable running. The machine is supplied with two high-quality 8” (200 mm) diameter fine buffing wheels to ensure an excellent finish is achieved.
  • The Sandmaster is an essential part of every turner's tool kit. It comes with 5 different grits of abrasive to take even the roughest projects to a glass-like finish every time. It avoids an uneven finish often associated with hand sanding and there is no danger of catching hands on the revolving project. There is little or no surface damage/head build-up, as there is with power sanding and there is no cable to trip over. Head articulates to access even the most difficult areas. Sponge head is ideal for working in tight spaces. Sandmaster creates a fraction of the dust generated by power sanding. It can be adapted to take a polishing mop.
  • Boiled linseed oil is used for finishing most bare timber and suitable for replacing the natural sheen that wood can lose after long periods drying in the sun. Boiled linseed oil contains special additives which speed the drying process. Will also waterproof ground sheets and tarpaulins.
  • A blend of natural plant oils to nourish and protect chopping boards and worktops. It penetrates the wood with no surface film to chip. It has a clear finish to enhance the natural beauty of wood. The Oil contains anti-microbial additives with a slow release formula which provide protection against a wide range of bacteria including E-coli and MRSA. Rustins Chopping Board Oil conforms to The Articles in Contact with Food Regulations.
  • Rustins Danish Oil

    £7.37£12.48
    A unique formulation developed by Rustins that is suitable for all types of wood. It differs from Teak Oil in that it contains special ingredients to give it a low lustre finish. It is an easy to use wipe on finish, which brings out the beauty of the timber and gives a natural, open grained, soft lustrous finish. Ideal for all woods and is excellent on turned woodwork. Danish Oil conforms to The Articles in Contact with Food Regulations and to the Toys (Safety) Regulations 1995, BS:EN71 Part 3.
  • Two-part clear cold cure lacquer for use on wood, hardboard, cork and plastic laminates. Extremely good adhesion, resistant to heat, solvents and abrasion. Can be burnished to a mirror like gloss or rubbed down to a smooth, satin finish with steel wool and wax. An excellent finish for marquetry as it does not darken light coloured veneers and does not yellow or craze on ageing. Hard-dry within 2 hours of application. Plastic Coating conforms to The Articles in Contact with Food Regulations.
  • Removal of Plastic Coating from brushes, rollers and application equipment. Also used to thin Plastic Coating when necessary if it is to be sprayed. Also used to thin the product when an opened grained oil type finish is required.
  • Worktop Oil is a unique water-borne blend of natural plant oils and other special ingredients which nourishes and protects all types of timber. It is a quick-drying wooden work surface treatment, leaving a durable and water-resistant seal which is not vulnerable to scratching or chipping. Plant oils used in its formulation originate from sustainable sources. One litre will cover around 13 square metres per coat depending on the absorbency of the wood.
    • Water based & quick drying
    • For all solid wood worktops
    • Low odour
    • Food safe
    • Natural finish
  • Very high viscosity formula, super thick and super strong. Allows approximately 30 - 40 seconds for positioning. Cures in 90 seconds, ideal for gap filling. Use zip kicker to accelerate cure time.

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