STANTHEMAN
Curious about Wooden Canoes
I am stripping my 1928 OTCA and am going to wash it after its stripped with the 2 part teak cleaner and brightner mentioned in the book. The book I am using also recommends a coating of boiled linseed oil. I am interested in getting this vessel back to original and am worried that the linseed will turn it too dark. Are there any alternatives you can use to make the wood more durable w/o making it change such drastic colors? I am also in search of a clear coat brand that goes on nice & smooth and holds up for canoes. What was originally used and what have you guys found works best. I'm a new WCHA member and new to restoration. I'm enjoying finding the beautiful mahogany grains under all this old varnish and am thankful for the input in advance. Thanks, Stantheman TATAMY, PA