I’ve used this before and I’m not a fan whatsoever from a painting perspective, but I can see this as a “maybe” for clear coat situations when attempting to minimize surface level grooves from deeper pores. Also, you mentioned tinting the Aquacoat. I’m guessing you would need a WB tint versus SB.
Yes, it is water based so WB tint would be the way to go. I rarely paint surfaces, being a furniture maker who works with higher end wood. But I’m curious what it is about the Aquacoat you don’t like for painted surfaces? Thanks 👍
@ for painted surfaces such as cabinets, and painted furniture. The high moisture content in Aquacoat tends to dry down considerably and requires more subsequent coats and work than say a solvent based filler commonly found in the auto body industry. Additionally, Aquacoat doesn’t have the firmness in body that might stand up to abuse. However, I’m inclined to think it could work well for exactly what your trial video suggested. Stain applications/projects. I’m sure you would agree that there is the appearance of the texture in grain and then there is the physical texture itself found in the touch of say a deep oak versus poplar or maple. I do occasionally have customers with tables who have asked for some grain filling of the physical aspects of grain without diminishing or losing the grain appearance. Generally, I just apply finish at a decent wet mil thickness over several applications to reduce the feel of grain and whatever it “ends up as” is what it is. I try to follow manufacturer’s suggestions on application thickness and number of coats, but it usually varies on product and particular customer. (For those who don’t know; more isn’t always better. You can’t just pile finish on and hope it looks and feels good AND lasts appropriately.) the common reason they ask for filling is because “stuff” gets stuck in the grain pores and they don’t like the crumbs and gunk left behind. Hence, grain fill without the loss of beauty. You have sparked an interest in the fact that I could potentially use this to fill the pores without having to over apply product while preserving the look of grain and the aesthetic attraction of raw wood as well as semi-transparent and transparent stain projects. Thanks for the great information. I always the inclusion of your videographer (whom I believe, may be your wife). It adds a unique element not found in other channels. Keep up the great work! Let us know what you think as you try more Aquacoat and other products. I’m always looking to grow.
I would think you can. Although I haven’t tried it as a pore filler, I have numerous times used it to fill small cracks and gouges. The quick drying of super glue has its advantages in those cases. But it is pricey and would be expensive to use as a pore filler, and could prove much more difficult to sand away from the surface areas, unlike the Aquacoat. Hope that helps 👍
If you're using an oil like danish/linseed/tung you can wet sand with it as a very effective filler. It's a common technique in wood turning, although less popular once the area you need to sand gets larger (like a tabletop).
Oil base grain filler and Japan Colors for glazing/tinting over the grain filler are not things you will find at Home Depot, Lowes, Ace or even most of your local paint stores - you may have to order it unless you live near Constantine's or Mohawk Finishing. Do a search in most stores and they show you what is actually "wood filler" not grain filler.
Just bought some! Thanks for the promocode!
Great, let me know how it works for you.👍
@EpicWoodworking will do!!! Got a question ,what's the easiest way to smooth out tiger maple? Plane or scrapper? Card. Or is there a better way?
I took a Finishing class last week at Marc Adams School of Woodworking outside Indianapolis and we used Aqua Coat on mahogany. Great stuff.
Yes, and Marc Adams School is a great place! 👍😎
Was that the class with mitch kohanek and David Smith?
@ yes
I’ve used this before and I’m not a fan whatsoever from a painting perspective, but I can see this as a “maybe” for clear coat situations when attempting to minimize surface level grooves from deeper pores.
Also, you mentioned tinting the Aquacoat. I’m guessing you would need a WB tint versus SB.
Yes, it is water based so WB tint would be the way to go. I rarely paint surfaces, being a furniture maker who works with higher end wood. But I’m curious what it is about the Aquacoat you don’t like for painted surfaces? Thanks 👍
@ for painted surfaces such as cabinets, and painted furniture. The high
moisture content in Aquacoat tends to dry down considerably and requires more subsequent coats and work than say a solvent based filler commonly found in the auto body industry. Additionally, Aquacoat doesn’t have the firmness in body that might stand up to abuse. However, I’m inclined to think it could work well for exactly what your trial video suggested. Stain applications/projects.
I’m sure you would agree that there is the appearance of the texture in grain and then there is the physical texture itself found in the touch of say a deep oak versus poplar or maple.
I do occasionally have customers with tables who have asked for some grain filling of the physical aspects of grain without diminishing or losing the grain appearance. Generally, I just apply finish at a decent wet mil thickness over several applications to reduce the feel of grain and whatever it “ends up as” is what it is. I try to follow manufacturer’s suggestions on application thickness and number of coats, but it usually varies on product and particular customer. (For those who don’t know; more isn’t always better. You can’t just pile finish on and hope it looks and feels good AND lasts appropriately.) the common reason they ask for filling is because “stuff” gets stuck in the grain pores and they don’t like the crumbs and gunk left behind. Hence, grain fill without the loss of beauty.
You have sparked an interest in the fact that I could potentially use this to fill the pores without having to over apply product while preserving the look of grain and the aesthetic attraction of raw wood as well as semi-transparent and transparent stain projects. Thanks for the great information. I always the inclusion of your videographer (whom I believe, may be your wife). It adds a unique element not found in other channels. Keep up the great work! Let us know what you think as you try more Aquacoat and other products. I’m always looking to grow.
What are you wrapping the 1200 paper around? Looks like a sponge of some sort?
Have you ever used white filler that you tint using solid colorant?
What colorant do you use?
Have you used “TimberMate” as a pore filler?
Can you use super glue as a pore filler?
I would think you can. Although I haven’t tried it as a pore filler, I have numerous times used it to fill small cracks and gouges. The quick drying of super glue has its advantages in those cases. But it is pricey and would be expensive to use as a pore filler, and could prove much more difficult to sand away from the surface areas, unlike the Aquacoat. Hope that helps 👍
If you're using an oil like danish/linseed/tung you can wet sand with it as a very effective filler. It's a common technique in wood turning, although less popular once the area you need to sand gets larger (like a tabletop).
Only if you have an unlimited budget.
Can you finish with the product that drys with an ultraviolet light?
Not Aquacoat, but there are various finishes that are designed to dry with ultraviolet light.
Could you add a link for the microscope? I have had eye problems for 50 years and that would be a big help. Thanks, Don in Texas
Sure, you should see it there in the description. Hope that helps!
Oil base grain filler and Japan Colors for glazing/tinting over the grain filler are not things you will find at Home Depot, Lowes, Ace or even most of your local paint stores - you may have to order it unless you live near Constantine's or Mohawk Finishing. Do a search in most stores and they show you what is actually "wood filler" not grain filler.
I’m so excited. How do I contact you? Email address please😎
You can get more info, and see courses and membership we offer, at epicwoodworking.com 👍