[C320-list] Re varnishing the sole

[Caryl]

We removed our cabin sole to refinish over the winter two years ago.  I found an article online and will try to find and post.

We carefully used a heat gun and putty knife  to remove the the existing finish.  It went quite well but you have to be careful not to burn or gouge.  The holly strips are very thin but we were able to repair where it was damaged prior to our ownership.

We used Awlgrip Spar finish.  A little pricey but very durable and I liked the gloss finish.

We also resealed the underside.  Washed and waxed the base flooring.

We applied nine or ten coats.

Caryl Hunt
Capricorn #818

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> On May 12, 2015, at 6:01 PM, Chris Nichols <cinichols at btinternet.com> wrote:
> 
> Hi
> Does anyone have experience with this job and care to share any advice?
> Should we attempt to do it in-situ or is there a good reason to/not-to strip out the boards and do them in the shop at home?
> What varnish did you use and has it worn well?
> Many thanks in advance
> 
> Chris Nichols
> AmandaRose #476
> 
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