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Can you use wood filler to fill in discrepancies and defects after finishing the first planing so that second planking would fit better
Any recommendations as to what to use for thisAbsolutely! You want the first planking/filler/whatever it takes to be as smooth and fair as possible- the better it looks, the better the finished product....
Someone recommended to me to use a thin water based wood sealer on the first planking to make the second layer adhere better to the filler. I did so and it seemed to work fine. I used Elmer's filler and also a light, white filler from Mantua, Art. 1022. It is a bit difficult to adhere, but sands easily.I use Elmer's Wood filler which is very easy to work with but is softened by PVA glues (Titebond, etc.). So you need some extra clamping/hold time over these spots if you use this kind of glue for the second planking.
It's all going to be covered up. You can draw pictures on it even.Can you use wood filler to fill in discrepancies and defects after finishing the first planing so that second planking would fit better
At the risk of being accused of overkill I would suggest one more thing. Having made furniture for many years I am a strong proponent of using sanding sealer. I personally use the one by Minwax. After the first layer of planking is sanded smooth and to your satisfaction apply one coat of the sanding sealer. Not a heavy coat. Although it says it dries in one hour (and it does) I give it 24 hours. Then sand with a high grit sandpaper (400 grit is good). The hull will be super smooth and even. The second layer of planking will go on with ease. The sealer will make a smooth hull even smoother.I like the polyfila idea and will try that on my next build. I do have some wood filler and Tamaya putty as well. I may do a test with all three on a side and see which is easier to work with.
Someone recommended to me to use a thin water based wood sealer on the first planking to make the second layer adhere better to the filler. I did so and it seemed to work fine. I used Elmer's filler and also a light, white filler from Mantua, Art. 1022. It is a bit difficult to adhere, but sands easily. You can easily make up a test article and see what you like before applying to the actual model.I use Elmer's Wood filler which is very easy to work with but is softened by PVA glues (Titebond, etc.). So you need some extra clamping/hold time over these spots if you use this kind of glue for the second planking.
I do that all the time!A secret message to some future ship wreck. Maybe a fortune cookie message....