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  • 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).
  • If you’re looking for a clear finish that is tough, hardwearing and gives a bright gloss yet is still very easy to apply, even on larger areas, you’re in the right place. Hard Wax Oil is a particular blend of tough oils combined with special waxes which dries to an exceptionally resilient finish. Ideal for anything that is going to be subjected to water splashes or a lot of handling this oil may not be indestructible but it will stand up to a lot of abuse. It retains the ease of application typical of an oil and it stays wet long enough to get a smooth, even finish – even on large areas – but is touch dry and tack free in about 20 minutes, and better yet is ready for a second coat after about four hours (in normal conditions). Hard Wax Oil will build to a bright gloss finish after 2-3 coats. Rub down lightly between coats with a fine abrasive. Once hard dry (allow at least 24 hours) it can be brought to an even brighter shine using either the buffing wheel system or burnishing cream. For a not-quite-so-bright finish use a mild abrasive to reduce the gloss. For best results lubricate the abrasive with microcrystalline wax  to retain the toughness of the oil.
  • This water based sanding sealer gets the job done without the smell associated with solvent based sealers and also with no flammability issues – ideal for asthma suffers and anyone with an aversion to solvent based finishes. Applied by cloth, brush or spray (Chestnuts' foam brushes are especially good with this) the sealer dries in about 5 minutes and can be overcoated with most compatible finishes after about 20 minutes although two hours should be left if using Acrylic Lacquer. Acrylic Sanding Sealer sands easily with a fine abrasive and is supplied ready for use.
  • It’s important to use a sanding sealer on most items; it gives a good foundation to your piece and can help the next coat to adhere properly to the timber. Chestnut Acrylic Sanding Sealer does this perfectly and is designed to be used with Acrylic Gloss Lacquer, Acrylic Satin Lacquer, Ebonising Lacquer, any of their polishes and any of their waxes. Supplied in an easy to use aerosol the dried coating complies with the EN71 Part 3 regulations governing toys and nursery furniture. Once dried lightly sand back prior to applying your top coat.
  • When more than one hose line has been set up, it is advisable to close off all the inactive lines using these gates to ensure maximum airflow along the active line. Two 100mm hose clamps are required to fasten the hoses securely. For use with 100mm hose only.
  • Y-Branch: To split a hose line into two branches when creating multiple connections. Three hose clamps are required to fasten the hoses securely. 100Y for use with 100mm hose only
  • Bubinga circle

    £3.85£15.35
    A red/brown timber veined with darker red stripes. The wood is dense, with a straight to sometimes interlocking grain which when turned has a fine even texture and polishes to a high finish.
  • Planet Full Face Visor

    £9.66£15.74
    Planet Full Face Visor is ideally suited for woodturners and DIYers. It protects your eyes and face from woodshavings, dust, and low energy objects. Simply tighten the adjuster on the headband to get the best fit. Spare visors are also available (FV424V). The optical class Lens visor is made from clear acetate. It measure 320 x 190 mm with a nominal thickness of 1.15 mm. The visor is anti-fog (N). Recommended for protection from impact by low-energy, high-velocity particles. Full Face Yellow Visor Complete: FV424/SS/Y Visor Only: FV424V Yellow Browguard Only: FV424YV
  • A smart looking, traditional black velvet box with white satin lining on lid.
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    Shellawax Glow is darker than regular Shellawax (a deep honey to tan colour). It is made from a special blend of shellacs and is designed to give more depth and richness to highly figured timbers like fiddleback, birdseye, flame and quilted woods. It will also give more richness and a sense of depth to many other timbers.

    Shellawax Glow is identical in use and all other respects to regular Shellawax. It is applied in the same way and has all the same properties. It can also be mixed with Shellawax Cream as an extender and thinner and can be used over EEE-Ultra Shine.

    This polish may darken white woods ever so slightly, so it is a good idea to try it on a scrap piece first to make sure it doesn't darken more than you want.

    USING SHELLAWAX CREAM AS A SHELLAWAX GLOW EXTENDER Shellawax Glow can be mixed with Shellawax Cream as an extender. This allows for better use of these products on large turned work and for hand rubbed work. For bowls over (6”) 150mm diam, mix the Cream and Shellawax Glow at the rate of approx 50/50 this will give you a runny cream that will stay on the surface longer and allow you more time to work it into the timber.  

    Use different mixing rates for various jobs 20% Cream to 80% Shellawax Glow  for large platters etc up to 900mm (3’) diam and larger. 

    SHELLAWAX GLOW AS A THINNER Use Shellawax as a thinner for Shellawax Cream, which often thickens with use. This will also extend the life of the Cream. The slight colour difference will not effect the colour of Cream when used.

     
  • 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.  
  • The SC1 and SC2 are the first mini-chucks on the market to offer woodturners a premium-quality solution for those who regularly turn small, intricate items - bringing the world-renowned quality of the SC3 and SC4 to the mini-chuck market. The SC1 works in conjunction with a separately available insert, which means it can be used across a wide variety of lathes with different thread sizes, with a simple change of insert. It also makes a perfect partner to the SC4 chuck, as the inserts are a universal fit between both chucks. It also has a very compact 53.5 mm (2”) diameter body - giving easier access around the workpiece making it ideal for the turning of very small items. Insert must be bought separately.
  • Record Power Spindle Gouge

    £29.69£39.99
    Record Power Spindle Gouges these are ideal general-purpose spindle tools, ideal for producing beads, coves and sweeping profiles across a wide range of projects.
  • Out of stock
    Deep orange-brown timber with broad medullary rays creating a flame pattern on quarter cut faces or numerous spots on flat sawn surfaces. Hard and heavy with a slightly coarse texture.
  • Hampshire Sheen - Cellulose Sanding Sealer 500ml is pre-thinned, giving you absolute control of the provided surface. Supplied in 500ml tin.
  • Related Products: These cutters are designed for use with the following tools: Medium tear-drop scraper (RS200C) to suit Multi-tip Hollowing System (RS200KT, RS200) Large tear-drop scraper(RS213C) to suit RS2000 Deep Hollowing System The Robert Sorby medium tear drop cutter, like its big brother (Large Teardrop RS213C) provides a multi-facetted, highly efficient cutting edge. The shape of the cutter effectively converts the tool into a round, half-round or square scraper suitable for use on the inside or outside of bowls, platters and hollow forms. Use the straight edge on outside curves and the rounded shapes for internal curved shapes. A great all rounder that supports traditional scraping and shear scraping techniques. Sharpening: Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple procedure should be done little and often. Use the 472 cutter holder to reshape the profile on the Robert Sorby ProEdge or on a grinding wheel.
  • When making CrushGrind peppermills it is necessary to create an accurate recess within the mill body, into which the mechanism clips, retaining it in place. This tool from  manufactured from High Speed Steel, is specifically designed to cut a suitable recess.
  • 100 to 57 mm reducer, for use with bench machines or power tools.
  • Y connector for use in 100 mm diameter workshop dust extraction systems to reduce down to 63 mm. 100 x 100 x 63 mm.
  • Out of stock
    Chestnut Spray Diffusers are ideal for applying Spirit Stain; one end goes in the stain and you blow through the other end for your own mini-spray gun. Great for special decorative effects.  
  • Padauk

    £3.00
    When freshly cut the wood is bright orange red, becomes reddish brown. Moderately hard and heavy. Medium texture, but with large pores.
  • These unique tools were developed with the help of 'Bill Jones' and come with a full instructional brochure. 
  • Crown Spindle Gouge

    £26.10£36.10
    Crown Spindle Gouges are their range of milled regular English gouges, are available in their range to suit all requirements for Spindle work.
  • Solid brass ready reckoner for 40 years. Gives day/date/month/year by twisting the top brass disc and mating up the required sequence. 63mm diameter.
  • Pack of 10, cable restraints to secure cable and prevent the wiring from being dislodged.
  • Bushes suitable for 7mm twist pen (pack of 2).
  • 2pc bushing set for the 30 Caliber Bolt Action Pen Kits.
  • 7mm Twist Pen with a greek key centre ring, tapered ball end black clip.
  • Tool Rest Crossbars

    £23.34£31.69
    Cross bars are specially hardened to avoid those troublesome nicks and to give a smooth finish.
  • This bleached knitted cotton cloth is ideal for applying and buffing most products; the slightly coarse texture ensures that the applied coating is spread thinly, which is always preferable. Not recommended for use on the lathe.
  • This clear, slower drying solvent is primarily for thinning our Spirit Stain to give delicate wash effects without affecting the colour (as methylated spirit would). It can also be used to dilute Friction Polish or French Polish if needed (usually only when the cap has been left off and the product has thickened up). It’s also suitable for use in making french polish if you want to dissolve shellac flakes in it.

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