How to finish my bamboo...

K. Mogensen · December 26, 2009, 11:57:00 AM

What should I use to seal over my bamboo after I've dyed it? I was looking at Thunderbird sealer in 3rivers but it's kinda pricey. I'm dying it with Fiebings Alcohol dye. Thanks!

Pat B · December 26, 2009, 12:45:00 PM

I use Tru-Oil on all my bows. It it cheap, easy and readily available at stores that carry gun case supplies.

K. Mogensen · December 26, 2009, 12:46:00 PM

Dumb question but will that cover up the color of the dye? Or is it clear?

BWD · December 26, 2009, 12:59:00 PM

It is clear.

K. Mogensen · December 26, 2009, 01:06:00 PM

Okay, thanks. I'll pick some up tomorrow...

BWD · December 26, 2009, 05:05:00 PM

Do a search for tru-oil in the bowyer's bench if you want a little more info. lol

K. Mogensen · December 26, 2009, 05:11:00 PM

Oh yeah, search... Fergot bout that.

pappysc2001 · December 26, 2009, 06:15:00 PM

I finished my last bamboo backed bow with tru-oil. I scraped the rind off sanded lightly with 320 and then dyed with a red mahogony stain. came out really well.

Pat B · December 26, 2009, 11:42:00 PM

Tru-Oil is made by Birchwood Casey if that helps.