11/02/2008
Everyone of my scroll saw or intarsia projects always involves putting some sort of coat of finish on it. Lately the items I have been making I have opted for good ol' fashioned spray clear, shown below. For 2 reasons really, #1 being it's the only product I can purchase in my small town. LOL!!! and #2 I actually really like the finish this product gives.
However this post is not about the product but how to apply it. I found what works best for me. A lazy Susan. To those that may not know what a lazy Susan is, It is essentially a turning disc of some sort. For me I grew up with them at holiday times, and they have spaces for different foods. Some are used for chips with a dip in the middle. Some have no middle space. You can find these anywhere. I side for the good old thrift store. Find one and have fun tearing it apart. Place a piece of plywood on the guts, the turning (usually) metal disc. Secure.
Now instead of holding your done projects and trying to paint all around them , you can place them on your lazy Susan and turn the plywood top instead of the piece. This also really does offer a much more uniform coat of clear or paint. I tend to get a little heavy handed on those spray caps, and have had to start over with sanding. Something I have not found to be a problem since using my lazy Susan. I did however change her name from Susan, but THAT'S my secret!
Another great tip is cover the plywood with either saran wrap (which I don't do but I know those that swear by it) or my preference, wax paper. Everything can be peeled of wax paper!
