Mind Riot Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 I bought some 8" radius blocks for fret leveling from ebay. I bought five of them, with radii of 9.5", 10", 12", 14", and 16". They are lovely quartersawn hardwood. I'm just wondering if I should seal them with something to prevent any possible warping or swelling in the future. I asked the seller, and he said that unless I live in an area with high humidity it shouldn't be a problem. I live in Northern California, near the Oregon border. Pretty dry, high elevation here. What do you all think? And if I do seal it, what should I use? Thanks for any thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doeringer Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 I tend to seal everything from jigs to templates and my radius blocks. I don't know it it is needed or if it is a vanity thing. Not vain like my tools look better than yours but, hey this sure looks cleaner! I use whatever is quick drying, shellac, cheap spray urethane, and just put a coat or two on. I might need mental help though. Where's my Purell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desopolis Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 i dont think my stew-mac one was finished.. at least it doesnt feal that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanb Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Probably not necessary, but it sure can't hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbarstrat Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 I soaked mine with Danish oil, plus the wood was already extremely old (I think I used a bunch of old dense oak from a couch I tore apart, when I made my own radius blocks) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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