: Think of Stoddard solvent as a highly refined relative of kerosene. I would
: not have expected good adhesion - how long did you wait between staining
: and applying the epoxy?

I waited about 6 hours.....which brings up an interesting point, if i let the stain sit for a couple of days to let any volotile components evaporate, i may get better adhesion....but surprisingly, the adhesion was very close to the result with unstained wood..

thanks....