xraymymind Report post Posted October 9, 2020 Hey all, I wonder whether anyone here has made a Resin/Linseed Oil varnish, to which they did not add any Turpentine (or other solvents) while it cooled (which is something I have always done). What was the outcome like? Were you still able to thin it with a solvent to brush later, or keep it thick for glazing purposes etc.? Any opinions on this would be much appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick Allen Report post Posted October 9, 2020 8 minutes ago, xraymymind said: Hey all, I wonder whether anyone here has made a Resin/Linseed Oil varnish, to which they did not add any Turpentine (or other solvents) while it cooled (which is something I have always done). What was the outcome like? Were you still able to thin it with a solvent to brush later, or keep it thick for glazing purposes etc.? Any opinions on this would be much appreciated. Why would you want to? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodacious Cowboy Report post Posted October 9, 2020 39 minutes ago, xraymymind said: Hey all, I wonder whether anyone here has made a Resin/Linseed Oil varnish, to which they did not add any Turpentine (or other solvents) while it cooled (which is something I have always done). What was the outcome like? Were you still able to thin it with a solvent to brush later, or keep it thick for glazing purposes etc.? Yes and yes, for resin:oil ratio less than 1.5:1. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Urban Luthier Report post Posted October 9, 2020 1 hour ago, xraymymind said: Hey all, I wonder whether anyone here has made a Resin/Linseed Oil varnish, to which they did not add any Turpentine (or other solvents) while it cooled (which is something I have always done). What was the outcome like? Were you still able to thin it with a solvent to brush later, or keep it thick for glazing purposes etc.? Any opinions on this would be much appreciated. If you are talking about making a solvent free oil varnish than yes many here have done that. Typically 1:1 ratio of linseed oil to cooked resin by weight. Have a look at the Bass Book by Roger Hargrave. It is all there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JacksonMaberry Report post Posted October 9, 2020 @Jim BressBress makes a fine solvent free varnish. Perhaps he'll share his thoughts. I have an article coming out soon and once it is printed will share the technique on MN as well. I prefer a 3:2 oil:resin ratio myself for a variety of reasons and especially absent solvents a fatter varnish should brush easier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bress Report post Posted October 9, 2020 1 hour ago, JacksonMaberry said: @Jim BressBress makes a fine solvent free varnish. Perhaps he'll share his thoughts. I have an article coming out soon and once it is printed will share the technique on MN as well. I prefer a 3:2 oil:resin ratio myself for a variety of reasons and especially absent solvents a fatter varnish should brush easier. 1 hour ago, Urban Luthier said: If you are talking about making a solvent free oil varnish than yes many here have done that. Typically 1:1 ratio of linseed oil to cooked resin by weight. Have a look at the Bass Book by Roger Hargrave. It is all there. This is the varnish I make. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
