ErikBenson
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I have read all the bumf on Steve Smith's product- CPES/ Lignu, and would be happy to use it in my restoration. . .except I find it all a bit expensive. . . .Anyone got a way round this ?
CPES- Penetrating epoxy
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burgundyben
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No, its just bloody expensive!
MikeBz
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SP Eposeal 300 sounds like much the same thing and appears cheaper, e.g. 5 litres for £90.
Mike
Mike
Gordonmc
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CPES is the holy grail for our American cousins, or so it seems from reading the Wooden Boat forum.
I use ordinary epoxy thinned with IMS for sealing end-grain timber but would caution that its only effective on very dry wood. Any encapsulation will seal in moisture and build problems for the future if the wood has a high moisture content.
I use ordinary epoxy thinned with IMS for sealing end-grain timber but would caution that its only effective on very dry wood. Any encapsulation will seal in moisture and build problems for the future if the wood has a high moisture content.
joliette
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You don't say what you'll be using the epoxy for, but if it's for sealing end grain and to prepare wood for other coatings - both varnish and paint - then I would highly recommend Blakes Woodseal. I've used this both above and below the waterline with success. You do need to buy the right thinners or you'll be throwing your brushes away! Also, it will absorb moisture and can go off in the tin really quickly, so buy a small tin unless you're going to use it quickly. Also, instead of removing the lid (if you can get it off in the first place!) knock a couple of holes in the lid and decant just the amount you're going to use into a jar, then seal the holes in the lid with tape so that it's really air tight. Observe these simple precautions and it's a great product.
