833
edits
Changes
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
Line 71:
Line 71: + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
→Finishing
== Finishing ==
== Finishing ==
The finish depends on the material and artistic preference. This section focuses on wood finishes. Pens can be made from other materials like acrylic, which have their own methods for finishing.
First, it will need to be sanded like any other lathe project. PS:One stocks sandpaper up to 400 grit. Remember to set the lathe at a slower speed.
Pens typically are finished to several thousand grit. At present, the user will need to provide their own fine sanding materials. Ryan has had good results with [https://www.pennstateind.com/store/PKFINKIT2.html these sanding pads] that range from 500 grit to 4000 grit.
Typically, there are two schools of thought on wood finishes.
CA glue is a hard, durable, clear plastic finish that is inexpensive, easy to obtain, and quick and easy to apply. The disadvantages of a CA finish are feel (the user is really feeling plastic, not the actual wood) and fragility (if the pen is dropped, the CA finish can crack and come off.)
Friction finishes employ shellac, oils, and wax to create a glossy but more natural finish. They can be applied quickly, but are more expensive to purchase. Finishes are a matter of personal taste.
Ryan prefers friction finishes. His current method:
# He “wet sands” using the sanding pads above and [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/5 this walnut oil], wiping the piece clean after changing grits.
# He applies three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/4 Pens Plus].
# He applies two or three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/7 walnut oil microcrystalline paste wax].