question about laminated stocks

[foxhunter]

i have a black/ burgandy/ and gray stock, it needs to be finished, when i started sanding to remove the imperfections the black gave way to a lighter wood, very light colored. is the wood dyed/stained or should it be a solid color thru and thru?

if it's dyed will it need to be re-dyed before finish is applied?

 

[MClark]

The layers should be dyed all the way through and when finish is applied it will darken

Mark

 

[Ledd Slinger]

What make is the stock? You can sand through a color, but the color that should show up is the color of the next layer of laminate. Each layer of laminate should be it's own color through its entire thickness. Sounds like you have a bad stock. I'd send it back to the manufacturer or vendor for a new one before you waste any more time on it.

 

[joshb]

Finally, a subject in my area of expertise. Retired builder/carpenter. Still making furniture. Most laminate stocks use strips dyed all the way through which are then glued into blocks( think 4 X8 or 4X12 sheets, like plywood, cause that's what it is.), then cut to rough stock sizes then milled into the final shape. The colr has to be consistent through the layers cause the manufacturer has no way to know how the blank will be used. When you sand any finished wood, it's "color" will change back to the "raw" look., which can be drastically different than the finished color. The grain orientation of the wood will also affect it's color, as will the consisteny of your sanding job, although to a lesser degree than grain.. Try a test: "wet" the questionable area with paint thinner or even water. It should show it's original , finished look. The possibility of uncovering an imperfection is always there. Ever since China entered the market, everything started going down hill as to quality. I've purchased birch plywood that started delaminating while I was cutting it. Turned out it was Chinese. Try the test, as I think the possibility of hitting an imperfection with a light sanding is remote.

 

[lpreddick]

The quality of laminates for stocks may get real bad. I believe I saw almost a year ago that the main good quality stock laminated wood was from a company named Rutland and the plant burned to the ground. Startup times would be years. I have not seen anything since...anybody know anything? My nicest laminates are from Shurley bros. I don't know the status of their inventory.

 

[Preacher]

It's a shame that Rutland burnt down, but you should check out Cousineau Wood Products.

 

[foxhunter]

well guys it's done! had to use an old wood trick to get rid of the light spots. steel wool soaked in vinegar for three days, when applied the wood turned weathered barn gray.

 

[6BRinNZ]

That is a stunner - love that colour combo.

 

[joshb]

Very nice job! If Tikka used that color combo for thier Sporters, they'd sell alot more.

 

[Ledd Slinger]

I see the spots you were talking about. Good job on blending it in. Actually gives it a little bit of custom character. Looks great!

 

[jonbearman]

What coating did you use on the wood.

 

[Ledd Slinger]

What coating did you use on the wood.

Just for fun, my guess would be Gun Savr' (by Chem Pak) in Satin finish?

 

[foxhunter]

satin finish urethane by min wax, 3 coats. the polyurethane was indoors only, this one was indoor/outdoor.

 

[Ledd Slinger]

satin finish urethane by min wax, 3 coats. the polyurethane was indoors only, this one was indoor/outdoor.

Dang! ;D

Looks good. Did you spray it on? How tough is it?

 

[foxhunter]

yip, spray on, three coats. time will tell on the toughness.