06-07-2011, 07:25 PM | #1 |
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i have just had a new 4ft tortoise table built i really want to treat it my tortoise has the habit of spilling its water or sitting in it and splashing it everywhere i am wanting to make it water proof i am unsure what varnish to use please could anyone give me advice thankyou
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06-07-2011, 09:40 PM | #2 |
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The best varnish to use is marine varnish as it's waterproof.
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06-07-2011, 11:58 PM | #3 |
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I use yacht varnish, I suppose its the same stuff as marine varnish, I give the base 3 coats with a light sanding inbetween, it just makes it more hardwearing. And the sides 2 coats then let it cure for a few days.
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07-07-2011, 12:21 AM | #4 |
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I use vinyl on the floor of it, cut to exact size, no other treatment. the water dish sits on a slate floor tile. but yes, yacht varnish and marine varnish will be the same thing. Writernick is the expert on varnish, he works in the varnish plant
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08-07-2011, 12:22 AM | #5 |
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thanks every one for the advice isabella soon be in her new home
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