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These unique tools were developed with the help of 'Bill Jones' and come with a full instructional brochure. -
Largely inspired by Norwegian turner Petter Herud a series of Revolving (or Live) Stebcentres has been introduced. Not only do these offer the same degree of security as the conventional Stebcentre, but they have allowed the turner to experiment with basic off-centre turning. Visit www.robert-sorby.co.uk to download instructions on how to produce multi-sided dishes and bowls. -
The original Stebcentre is an invaluable accessory for every woodturner. Fitted in the lathe head-stock it is a boon for both the novice and the experienced. Its ring of sharp teeth ensure that the Stebcentre bites the wood to give more security and more drive. Because there are several points of contact there is minimal risk of splitting. The Stebcentre can be used with equal confidence on both soft and hardwoods as well as synthetic materials. In its patented design the Stebcentre also features a spring-loaded point. By slightly backing off the tail-stock the work piece still remains resting between the revolving centre and the Stebcentre. This allows the turner to inspect his work without the need to switch off the lathe. Where time is a critical factor the Stebcentre is ideal as the work-piece can be quickly removed without stopping the lathe. Overall length: 4". Patent No. 2286138 -
To fit the Coronet Herald, giving extra height when mounted to a bench or leg stand. -
Record Power Spindle Roughing Gouges designed for use between lathe centres on parallel grain, the deep and wide flutes of these gouges remove material with speed. Ideal for roughing out spindle blanks but they can also be useful for some finer work. -
Record have increased the capacity of their larger remounting jaws, whilst ensuring they can still clear the bed of lathes with the popular 12” swing capacity and are capable of holding 275 mm (10 3/4”) diameter bowls in contraction mode. Remounting jaws are incredibly popular due to their flexibility. They work in both contraction and expansion modes and can be fitted behind other jaw sets to create bespoke set-ups to make turning more efficient. The soft stoppers are designed to hold without causing damage, making them ideal for remounting finished or partly finished objects for further work. -
Midi Multi Tip Hollowing Tool incl. 2 hollowing tips and a finishing scraper. Designed specifically to fit the Sovereign System. Its small scale makes it ideal for smaller hollow forms.-
- ½" Flat surface allows for aggressive hollowing
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- Swivel clamp allows under cutting
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- One curved tip (RS111C) for flowing shapes
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- A second pointed tip (RS112C) for square shapes
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- Teardrop scraper cutter acts as a round, half round and square scraper all in one
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Self-centring design. Unique support and threaded rod design for accurate drilling. Holds and centres pen blanks up to 1-1/2 inch square. Quick and easy set up. -
Allows precision insertion of pen mechanisms quickly and easily, eliminating risk of breakage. -
The handles are made of aluminium and alloy in combination to give the best of strength, balance and vibration dampening qualities. Each handle comes with a durable Softex grip for extra comfort. Additional knurling provides a further non-slip surface. Both handles will take turning chisels with a 5/8" diameter shaft. -
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M42 Razor Edge 3/16" Diamond Parting Tool combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
Record Power Bowl Gouges feature an improved flute profile, designed to help clear shavings quickly for more effective and faster cutting. -
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Self supporting extraction port and hose, ideal for woodturning, 660mm in length. This is an official LOC-LINE® product, the original and best modular hose. Suitable for 2.5" systems. -
Delicately balanced tools that are the planes of the spindle turners tool kit. Originally designed at Robert Sorby, the profile allows the tool to glide effortlessly along the tool rest without fear of the edges dragging on the rest. They will smooth cylinders, clean the end grain of spindles, cut shallow curves, beads, pummels and v-cuts, e.g. stair balustrading and chair legs. These tools are indispensable if a fine finish is required from the tool. -
Specially developed to allow the blade to move more easily along the tool rest than normal rectangular shaped chisels. -
Crown Standard Skews are part of the range of skew chisels that are one of the most comprehensive available worldwide. -
- Designed for use with the Peter Child Pyrography machine: two pen flexibility at the flick of a switch.
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Crown 1" x 3/8" Heavy Duty Scrapers help to keep vibration to a minimum. -
Crown roughing out gouges are traditionally made hot forged gouges are ground and finished by hand. The ideal tools for preliminary work to produce a round shape from square edge spindle stock.
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Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
With a dual bevel 'Cryogenic High Speed Steel' ring, these tools provide a superb finish when hollowing into end grain. Flat or curved shapes can be accommodated easily.
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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. -
2" velcro backed abrasive sanding discs & arbors, includes 6 x 47 arbors. 4 Spare pads (2 soft red, 2 normal). 20 each x 50mm indasa Velcro discs in grits, 120,180,240,320,400 & 600G -
Designed to fit all of the CamVac CGV286 Compact Extractors and CGV336 Medium Extractors, this high quality caster set allows easy transportation of the machine around the workshop. -
This package contains all the sharpening jigs needed for woodturning tools and offers excellent value for money. Contains: WG250/A Gouge Jig WG250/B Short Tool Jig WG250/I Tool Rest Jig WG250/N Profiled Leather Honing Wheel
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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. -
Recognised as being amongst the best available worldwide, Crown Bowl Gouges have the edge and balance needed for the finest projects. -
The Hardwood Scraper is different in that it has a negative rake on the bevel. It is designed to reduce or eliminate tear-out of the fibres of wood leaving a highly polished surface on all types of wood. This feature is particularly highly sought after by those working in the typically hard woods like African Blackwood. Musical instrument makers find the Hardwood Scraper a particularly useful addition to their collection of lathe tools. It is equally effective on spindle and faceplate work. -
Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
These are detailing tools used on between-centre work, where the grain is running parallel to the bed bars.They are used to create coves, beads and other profiles on goblets, vases and egg cups. -
Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
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Crown Hand Tools Miniature Spiralling system, complete with a 17 and a 27 tooth wheel.
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Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
The Buffing Tree comprises of three 6 inch wheels, in the A, B and C cloth grades, firmly held on a central spindle. It’s ideal for buffing small items and, after loading the wheels with the compounds and wax, allows you to move from one wheel to the next in quick succession, dramatically reducing the time otherwise taken up by changing wheels. Ideal for polishing small items such as fruit, pens, boxes etc in batches. Requires one of our mandrels to fix to the chuck and a live centre for support at the tailstock. PLEASE NOTE: The Buffing Tree does not come as kit containing the mandrels and compounds etc; this is deliberate as if you already use the Buffing System you will have these and won’t want to buy them again. If you do not have these items they are available to purchase separately or as a pack in the Buffing Accessory Pack. -
These new jaws are ideal for heavy bowls and vases. The wide front face provides a good register for the base of the bowl or vase and the deep toothed body provides strong grip on the spigot. The internal gripper can also be used on smaller rough green timber. Also featuring an external dovetail in expansion, they can be used for large platters. A truly versatile and solid jaw set. Expansion: 81 - 102 mm Contraction Spigot: 46 - 65 mm Contraction Square: 33 - 54 mm -
Dark purple-brown with black streaks, giving an almost black appearance. Generally straight grained with a fine even texture. Finishes exceptionally well. -
The ideal beginners set. These small carving tools, made from high quality hardened and tempered Carbon steel, are fitted with stained Beech handles. The ready honed blades feature 5/16" 8mm Square Chisel, 5/16" 8mm Bent Square Chisel, 5/16" 8mm Skew Chisel, 3/16" 5mm Straight Gouge, 5/16" 8mm Bent Gouge and 3/16" 5mm Bent 'V' tool. -
These unique tools developed by the well respected North American woodturner, Dave Hout, are used for making finished cuts when producing bowls. The cut is shear and leaves the end grain smooth. With practice, sanding can be all but eliminated. The two tool set consists of one tool with a deeper flute to be used on bowls up to 5" -6" in diameter. The shallower tool is for use on bowls 6" and larger in diameter. -
Crown Tools Ultra high performance 'Razor Edge' lathe turning tools combine the use of cobalt infused M42 HSS with Crown's sophisticated cryogenic treatment process to give a superior cutting edge. With beautifully crafted and distinctive 'Copper Black' handles to their 'Super Sharp Blades' these chisels are worthy of a woodturners tool collection. -
Skip tooth pattern to suit BS300E. Also fits Startrite 301S/301E, Poolewood 1402, Scheppach Basato 3
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Specially designed to provide a strong contracting grip to unsupported spigot turning applications, e.g. vases and goblets. It can handle spigots from 30mm (13/36inch) to 50mm (2inch). Also features expanding grip mode.
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Used to part the finished project off from the waste material, the parallel sides make for a rigid tool that handles well. The ⅛" – 3mm tool reduces the amount of waste, vital if using an expensive wood. It also makes for a fine detailing tool, e.g. beads and fillets. -
Record Power Skew Chisels probably the most versatile tool for working between centres - they can give a silky smooth finish and may also be used for creating beads, coves and other decorative elements. -
Record Power Domed Scrapers (round-nose scrapers) feature a left-hand sweep to the grind, which allows them to be used on the insides of bowls with ease. Ideal for removing gouge marks and general smoothing work. -
These extremely flexible jaws feature internal and external dovetails for bowl work. The deep internal grip is versatile but main benefit of these jaws is to project the work away from the chuck, allowing good tool access to the base of the timber for cleaning and shaping. Expansion: 54 - 74 mm Contraction Spigot: 38 - 58 mm Contraction Square: 27.5 - 48 mm -
Featuring a specialised dovetail profile, these jaws are ideal for turning up to 30” bowls. They also feature a reverse dovetail for a contracting grip on large spigots. Expansion: 125 - 145 mm Contraction Spigot: 104 - 123 mm Contraction Square: 74 - 94 mm . -
A must in the tool kit of every bowl turner. These tools are ideal for making bowls. They can produce either massive profiling cuts or delicate finishing cuts as necessary. -
2" wide cloth backed abrasive available in six grits, 80G, 120G, 180G, 240G, 320G & 400G. -
Rotating centre with 5/16” bore for long hole boring. Based around a standard duty configuration. Also useful for spindle turning when there is a danger of a centre point splitting the stock. Set comprises: Hollow rotating centre, nose cone for use as standard centre, centring rod. -
The central locating pin of the drive centre retracts into its body when pressure is applied from the lathe tailstock, leaving the ring of teeth around the circumference to hold the workpiece extremely securely, with clamping pressure spread evenly across the teeth. The retraction of the locating pin means it cannot split the timber, making it ideal for use with smaller and more delicate work.The locating pin tension is adjustable, allowing for lower tension to be set for small, delicate workpieces and higher tension for use with hard woods and large timbers.Another key benefit of this design is that the workpiece can be removed from the lathe if required and easily repositioned, using the indentations created by the locating pin and ring of teeth as an accurate guide. -
These extended jaws act like a pin chuck, expanding into a pre-bored hole. A useful technique for free form edge bowls as you don't have to bore an exact size as with other pin jaws. The longer jaws allow for a very powerful spigot grip for smaller work. Also features a small dovetail. Expansion 26 - 46mm Contraction square: 28 - 7mm Contraction spigot 31 - 10mm
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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.
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Crown Round Nose Scrapers are perfect for achieving a smooth finish after shaping has been completed by other tools. -
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Product Code: CNWW836JD Bowl reversing jaws for re-chucking bowls, once the inside has already been formed, to re-shape the outside. For bowl diameters from 60mm up to 220mm. Two adjustable rubber grips on each jaw hold the workpiece securely. Please note max. rpm 600 -
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Faceplates are the ideal tool for mounting larger or heavier work, for turning across the grain. This cast iron faceplate is precision machined on external faces to a tolerance of 1/1000th of an inch for each inch of radius and CNC turned for exceptional accuracy and balance. It features concentric circular grooves to aid the centralising of smaller workpieces. -
Featuring a specialised dovetail profile, these jaws are ideal for turning large bowls, green timber and hollow vessels. They combine the profile of our previously popular 100 mm dovetail jaws with a deep body and internal teeth to improve versatility. The outer dovetail jaws are ideal for large bowls or platters, particularly when gripping onto a spigot and the deep internal toothed body is ideal for large spigots of large hollow vessels. Expansion: 94 - 114 mm Contraction Spigot: 76 - 95 mm Contraction Square: 54 - 74 mm -
The new Colleted Pen Mandrel has been designed in the UK for pen turning professionals. Very similar to the Universal Pen Mandrel, its unique quarter-turn action clamps the shaft in place accurately and its completely dust free collet remains hidden. -
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The new Colleted Pen Mandrel has been designed in the UK for pen turning professionals. Very similar to the Universal Pen Mandrel, its unique quarter-turn action clamps the shaft in place accurately and its completely dust free collet remains hidden.
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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. -
Skip tooth pattern to suit BS250 & Sabre 250. Also fits RSBS10, Clarke CBS335, Nutool HBS14 -
Crown Square End Scrapers are ideal for finishing both flat bottomed and convex projects. The square blade can also be shaped by the user to suit their own requirements. -
Remounting jaws are incredibly popular due to their flexibility. They work in both contraction and expansion modes and can be fitted behind other jaw sets to create bespoke setups to make turning more efficient. The soft stoppers are designed to hold without causing damage, making them ideal for remounting finished or partly finished objects for further work. Expansion: 95 - 215 mm Contraction Spigot: 59 - 170 mm Contraction Square: 53 - 154 mm -
Records' new pin jaws have been improved by squaring the external shoulder to allow workpieces to properly register against the back of the jaws. This is ideal for use in expansion, to grip tubes in work pieces such as pepper or salt grinders. We have also reduced the internal diameter to 9 mm, making it ideal for making finials or lace bobbins - Thereby increasing its versatility. This set is ideal for miniature turning and to grip workpieces internally without excessive damage or marking. Expansion: 28 - 45 mm Contraction Spigot: 9 - 28 mm Contraction Square: 7 - 27 mm -
Crown's H.S.S. Shallow flute 'Detail' Gouges are ideal for cutting coves and beads. The shallow flute permits a smoother cut and gives less vibrations due to more metal being under the flute. -
A special calliper (ref 973) which makes dimensioning threaded or push fitments that much easier. -
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For anyone turning salt and pepper mills using a CrushGrind mechanism, this is an essential tool in obtaining the correct depth and size of recesses needed to enable the mechanism to work correctly. The step or shoulder of the tool gives an accurate position of the recess required for the base section of the mill. The small V notch on the right hand side allows the other groove to be produced in the top section when it is lined up with the outer face. The CrushGrind tool will give accurate and effortless results time and again. -
Used on bowls and platters to create smooth flowing curves.
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Includes 1 x 72 arbor. Spare pads. 20 each x 75mm indasa Velcro discs in grits, 120,180,240,320,400 & 600G -
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. -
Record Power Parting Tools mainly used for parting the finished workpiece from the waste wood. With the correct technique they can also be used for creating beads and patterns - a truly useful and essential tool. -
To complement the new pin jaws, the mini spigot jaws have also been improved. These jaws perform many of the same tasks in expansion and the extra screw hole profiles and added teeth to the outside provide tremendous grip for when this area will not be visible in the finished work piece. This set has been given a 13 mm internal diameter, making it ideal for turning strong spigots on knobs and handles, again adding to their versatility. Expansion: 26 - 46 mm Contraction Spigot: 13 - 33 mm Contraction Square: 11 - 31 mm -
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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.
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.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 -
Iridescent Paints give a change in hue, a slight colour shift when viewed from different angles and are especially effective on irregularly shaped items.Available in nine different amazingly bright and vibrant colours –- Green
- Azure
- Purple
- Red
- Turquoise
- Cerise
- Pink
- Yellow
- Vivid Blue
The paints are water based acrylics and can be applied by brush, cloth, spray gun/airbrush or any manner of ways to give interesting decorative effects. -
Friction Polish is a shellac based polish ideal for creating a high gloss finish on or off the lathe. It’s a great decorative finish and is ideal for small items but can be difficult to apply to larger items on the lathe (over about 8 inch diameter). The high amount of shellac in Friction Polish does two main things. Firstly it helps seal bare wood and give it a great shine, which is good. Sadly the price of this commodity shot up a few years ago when the shellac crop failed and it never went back down, meaning that the cost of the polish has also risen sharply. Nevertheless, Friction Polish remains one of the most popular finishes for turners. It can be applied to bare wood but is normally used over a sealer and any of the sealers in the Chestnut Products range are suitable for this. Applied with the lathe running it dries almost instantly and builds to a deep, rich shine very quickly. Avoid using too much as this can cause ‘rings’ to appear on the surface. Friction Polish can be applied off the lathe with great success, using it like a French Polish and rubbing it into the surface. This does require a large amount of elbow grease (sadly not something we supply) but the end result is well worth the effort!
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Crown 3/16" Fluted Parting Tool (5mm) is part of the range of parting tools to suit all projects.
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Crown 3/4" Side Cutting Scrapers are designed specifically for finishing bottoms of bowls and boxes.
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All the items you need to use our Buffing System except the wheels – the perfect add-on when buying the Buffing Tree, the 8 inch wheels or the 4 inch wheels or the Dome Buffs The kit comprises of the Large Mandrel, the Small Mandrel, Compound 1, Compound 2, Carnauba Wax Stick. ALL OF THESE ITEMS ARE INCLUDED IN THE BUFFING WHEEL KIT. -
Shellac Sanding Sealer is the traditional way of sealing timber prior to applying a polish or a wax.
Chestnuts version has a high percentage of real shellac which means it does the job extremely well, dissolved in an ethanol solution to make it easy to apply and quick drying.
Applied by cloth, brush or spray it dries in about 20 minutes, making it very popular for cabinet and architectural work as it is easy to keep a wet edge running. It is also popular with woodturners and highlights the natural grain of the timber extremely well.
Sand back lightly after application and apply Friction Polish, French Polish or any of Chestnuts waxes on top.
Conforms to EN71 Part 3 – suitable for toys and nursery furniture.
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These tools are made specifically for producing rings that are captured by the workpiece and feature a double bevel which results in only one tool being necessary to complete a ring. -
Chestnut Drill Polishing Brush has natural bristles that might seem a little harsh for polishing waxes but in fact are ideal for the task. Chestnut Drill Polishing Brush, which fits any electric drill or can also be used with the Buffing Wheel System, will give a higher gloss and more resilient finish to any waxed piece. In use, the bristles splay out in a mushroom shape, making this brush ideal for polishing spindles and cylinders. It can be used on flat surfaces but is prone to leave rings so the drum brush or dome brush are recommended for this application. The stock of the brush is about 10cm and the bristles are 4cm long. If the bristles of the brush become clogged with wax simply wash it in warm soapy water and allow to dry before use. -
- The multi-tooth drive centres feature a ring of teeth around the circumference of the tip, with a central drive point to give accurate positioning. This design gives an extremely strong grip, thanks to the many points of contact in the timber, which also minimises the risk of splitting the timber.
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1” diameter 4 prong head. Head relieved behind flutes to prevent binding. Supplied with inter-changeable point, pilot and hex key.
