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Hi everyone, I am having a problem finding Sapele colour wood putty/filler. I am in Carcassonne France I would like information where to order from. Thank you
Hi everyone, I am having a problem finding Sapele colour wood putty/filler. I am in Carcassonne France I would like information where to order from
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Hello Sixgungene
Have a look at the following site based in France: https://www.monsieurmaquettes.com/54-planches-et-baguettes-bois
Have a look at the following site based in France: https://www.monsieurmaquettes.com/54-planches-et-baguettes-bois
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Thank you for your reply. I didn't find the Sapele color putty in stock with this vender. They have just about everything else......
Closest I've found is walnut....or make your own... keep sanding dust (saw dust) and mix it with pva glue
I make my own from sanding dust mixed with glue usually PVA translucent glue. Been a habit every time I sand wood I do it over paper so I can collect the dust. I have several types that I store in small labeled glass jars when I need a certain color I just mix some up with glue. I started doing this about 10 years ago when I was having trouble finding a good match to the wood used in these ship kits. often you can spread a little glue into a crack and sand right over it the dust will settle into the crack with the glue Mix and fill all in one shot.
Good advice above. Experiment with PVA wood glue and sawdust.
Kurt Konrath
Kurt Konrath
What are some good brands of PVA glue?
I have used various wood glues, and have heard the term PVA, but what kind of glue is it?
I have used various wood glues, and have heard the term PVA, but what kind of glue is it?
I use tightbond translucent
most wood fillers will readily accept dyes for coloring. Get a base color and then add dye as needed.
When I worked for Steinway Piano, we used this product:
It is a pretty close approximation of sapele, the paste is reasonably fine and it sands well. The solvents evaporate rapidly, so one must work quickly with light applications.
It is a pretty close approximation of sapele, the paste is reasonably fine and it sands well. The solvents evaporate rapidly, so one must work quickly with light applications.
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Thank you for your help, I'll be collecting my dust......
poly vinyl acetate,,, aka elmers glue... essentially, boiled down bones
I look for a pva glue that is labeled as “dries clear“ and “quick dying.“ These type glues are more commonly found in hobby and craft stores rather than hardware type stores. The quick dry characteristic usually indicates a quick tack as well which means a part will “stick” in place as the glue dries.
Tightbond translucent is exactly that. I've used it for some time and I really like it for hiding glue joints in areas you can get into to sand away squeeze out like around delicate moldings. It works well as a filler additive. I've also had good results with Methyl Cellulose, but that has to be mixed and left to develop overnight before use, but it dries crystal clear I use it for windows the brand pictured is Archival and Museum Quality. It's primary use is for bookbinding, paper repair and art framing.
Hallo @sixgungene
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Did you solve in the meantime the problem?
Did they have 'mahogany'? Very similar if not the same. And consider mixing to get the color you wsnt.
Another thing you can do. Sand some Sapele to create a pile of dust. Mix with a clear glue and use as a putty. Maybe use a belt sander or orbital sander to make rnough wood dust to use.