SetBuilder Posted January 14, 2017 Report Share Posted January 14, 2017 I picked up some live edge cherry for a project for a friend. Has anyone used epoxy to repair knot holes and cracks in this type of wood before? What brand epoxy did you use? will it sand clear or leave scratches? any tips or tricks would be appreciated. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJr. Posted January 14, 2017 Report Share Posted January 14, 2017 Just watch this video and you will be set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 I haven't done it but there are some interesting tips on Instagram. I just read one where a professional wood worker uses regular two-part epoxy to fill cracks and knots, it sets as yellow but according to him after sanding and poly coat it turns clear. If you're on instagram I follow some great woodworkers if you want to go through my follow list: bmack_tia You won't learn any pro woodworking from my IG haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 I haven't but have been dying to get the glow in the dark kit for epoxy and do a table with some of the knots filled with it. I've seen some great finished projects on some live edge stuff that looks fantastic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albert.amantea Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 I haven't done it but there are some interesting tips on Instagram. I just read one where a professional wood worker uses regular two-part epoxy to fill cracks and knots, it sets as yellow but according to him after sanding and poly coat it turns clear. If you're on instagram I follow some great woodworkers if you want to go through my follow list: bmack_tia You won't learn any pro woodworking from my IG haha.Hey Bman, check my IG feed... I have a great little giveaway going on right now! AlFollow me on Instagram:"@amanteafinewoodworks" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SetBuilder Posted January 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 Yeah, It looks cool but it might get old after a while. I have a crank base we use as a kitchen island that I want to put a big redwood slab on eventually. Currently I just have a piece of melamine on it. I also would love to copy the Leaf table I found a pic of. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawkdec Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 i use advance repair technology epoxy. have been for years, interior and exterior, elastomeric, it dries clear, takes 24 hrs to dry, comes in a double tube for caulk gun, requires special caulk gun, 70.00 for epoxy, another 50.00 for caulk gun, i use it professionally, only thing i found that last 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 Should look good when it's done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 that table would be fun to do on a bandsaw..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albert.amantea Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 I use West systems epoxy... It's great stuff, and fills gaps easily. Just put blue painter's tape on the bottom side of the inclusion, mix up the epoxy and pour it in to level. West systems does not shrink, so a level pour is almost perfect. Plus, it dries perfectly clear. Any bubbles can be removed with a quick pass of a propane touch before drying. Don't use a hair dryer, it will push the epoxy around. Sand smooth after a 24 hour cure time, (don't worry about the hazy finish) and top coat with your project finish. Once you top coat, it will bring back the transparency to the epoxy. You can buy West systems in small bottle (8oz or 4oz) quantities. I have projects over 20 years old outdoors for their whole life that have not failed or yellowed... Follow me on Instagram! @amanteafinewoodworks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albert.amantea Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 Awesome table... And that adjustable base is a top notch idea if you don't need the storage! So cool! Follow me on Instagram! @amanteafinewoodworks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 21 hours ago, ChrisK said: I haven't but have been dying to get the glow in the dark kit for epoxy and do a table with some of the knots filled with it. I've seen some great finished projects on some live edge stuff that looks fantastic. eww i can't stand that look but to each their own man, cool concept just don't like that way it looks when its not glowing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted January 15, 2017 Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 Love it dude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SetBuilder Posted January 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2017 25 minutes ago, ChrisK said: Love it dude My wife would put it outside in my shop and say enjoy your new work bench.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted January 16, 2017 Report Share Posted January 16, 2017 I'm with Jimbo, not my thing. Reminds me of Native American topaz jewelry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrich1 Posted January 16, 2017 Report Share Posted January 16, 2017 Im with chris on this one. be neat especially if you have kids. they would love it. im dying to get a piece of live edge wood for something but I have no space or reason to get one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stercorarius Posted January 16, 2017 Report Share Posted January 16, 2017 4 hours ago, ChrisK said: Love it dude Kinda reminds me of like a real violent crime scene from the movies where they flick on the black lights and there is just flourescentified blood and semen sprayed everywhere. Sweet table. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicolasRamos Posted January 16, 2017 Report Share Posted January 16, 2017 Kinda reminds me of like a real violent crime scene from the movies where they flick on the black lights and there is just flourescentified blood and semen sprayed everywhere. Sweet table.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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