Thread: French Vosgienne

Originally Posted by aaron1234

This Stone holds water incredibly well so it differently needs to be sealed. Do you have any suggestions on what to seal it with( preferably something clear so that way I can still see the grain)? Also is there any special care for a stone like this?

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Actually there are many possibilities around which do go from classical natural sealing with shellac or Urushi Laquer (mostly done on Jnats)...i prefer synthethic clear coating.

For Jnats check Keiths page:
http://www.tomonagura.com/jnats/japa...ng-a-jnat.html

I use a clear coating (Hobby Line Acrylic Clear Coating) which is UV stable....

I also used Dupli Color Clear Coating on some of my stones which till now works well...

I use rust-oleum crystal clear enamel from the hardware store. 3-4$. Tape off anywhere on stone you don't want the spray to get to with painters tape. I also use a spray handle on the can which makes it like a spray gun. It cost a couple bucks at the hardware store too and just clips on. That way you can get a good even spray. Quick light swinging sprays. Just do a few thin coats and let dry in between. Go light with each spray or it will run and you can always add more.