Z-poxy - Problem after first coat..help!!

[Dolando]

I'm thinking of using z-poxy on zebrawood. Not sure if it will darken it too much and lose its impact.

So, does anyone have an example of zebrawood with z-poxy or have some experience with this combination.

Thanks.

 

[dmraco]

Z poxy will change the color a bit.  It has a bit of an amber hue.  I used it on some spalt and really made it pop.  Can you post a photo of what you are working with?

I did a zebra with only satin poly.  Turned out great

 

[Dolando]

Yea I did see that, just not sure what it would do to zebra wood. I assume its a subtle tint rather than a deep colour?

This is what I'll be putting it on...







Thanks

 

[dmraco]

amazing top.  It is not a deep color.  HEre is how it changed by flame/spalted maple.

Without:

with

second coat

 

[Dolando]

Yea that looks great, I think I'm sold. I'm looking at getting it from here.

http://www.workshopheaven.com/tools/Pacer_Z-Poxy_Epoxy_Finishing_Resin.html

I've seen they have ones that cure in 5 minutes and 30 minutes. I'd assume its best to get the 30 as you have more working time? Or is it better if it dries quicker?

Thanks,

Adam

 

[dmraco]

thats the stuff...FINISHING RESIN.  I got the 30 minute.  5 is too fast especially when working the sides.

 

[Dolando]

Great, just put the order in.

Thanks for help.

 

[Dolando]

Question about Z-Poxy, this may be a silly question, but should I spray a coat of sanding sealer before my burst, or is the z-poxy my sanding sealer?

Thanks

 

[croquet hoop]

Z-poxy is generally used as a grain filler/sealer (this thread is an interesting read: http://www.unofficialwarmoth.com/index.php?topic=11293.0 ) so I guess you do not need to spray a sealer on top of it.

 

[Dolando]

Ah that's great, thanks. That's answered most of my questions.

 

[Dolando]

That's great thanks for that.

I know you may be getting sick of me but need a bit of help...

I applied the z-poxy and I think I was a little thin on an area, I sanded it back and some parts have gone through to the wood.

Should I sand it back to wood and start again, or should I proceed with the next coat of z poxy?

 

[dmraco]

That's great thanks for that.

I know you may be getting sick of me but need a bit of help...

I applied the z-poxy and I think I was a little thin on an area, I sanded it back and some parts have gone through to the wood.

Should I sand it back to wood and start again, or should I proceed with the next coat of z poxy?

se my PM.  Photos would be great.

 

[Dolando]

Not great photos, but you get the idea.