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Re: Bristol finish *LINK* *Pic*
By:Shawn Baker
Date: 1/15/2003, 2:32 pm
In Response To: Strip: Refinishing options? *LINK* (Ian in Vancouver)

: After one year, I want to do a little refinish to my Endeavour, particularly
: the hull, which has many scratches. The original finish is several coats
: of Epiphane varnish. I feel that this finish may not be the most
: abrasive-resistant, and it has the disadvantage that it should not be
: applied in the cool/cold temperatures of my unheated garage. I am
: considering recoating with clear urethane (after a light 220 sanding) Any
: comments or cautions? Does anyone have any experience with Bristol Finish?
: This is a very expensive 3-part acrylic urethane, traditional amber, said
: to be very tough, UV resistant, and can be applied at freezing
: temperatures. It is apparently fully compatible over sound varnish.

My brother's company uses Bristol exclusively on their brightwork. I don't know that they've done any hand application. They have a spray booth and use HVLP.

shawn

Messages In This Thread

Strip: Refinishing options? *LINK*
Ian in Vancouver -- 1/15/2003, 2:03 pm
Re: Strip: Refinishing options? *LINK*
Ken Finger -- 1/16/2003, 8:17 am
Re: Strip: Refinishing options?
Ted Henry -- 1/15/2003, 3:24 pm
Re: Bristol finish *LINK* *Pic*
Shawn Baker -- 1/15/2003, 2:32 pm