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Default Epoxy on teak - How to apply?
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Hi,

I am in the process of applying epoxy (105 + 207) to teak wood,

Why? To make it pretty? Big mistake IMO.
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What can I do to minimize the legions of tiny bubbles in the
surface? I tried smoothing with the brush, which helps some, but
not enough.

A. Pass the flame of a torch over them...enough to heat & expand the
air in the bubbles and make them pop but not enough to ignite the
epoxy.

-OR-

B. Split a foam roller lengthwise and drag the foam edge gently and
slowly over the epoxy. Foam brush is OK too, roller covers more area.
The torch works best.
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Also, the cured surface is a bit textured, not as smooth as I had
hoped. How can I make the resin 'flow' smoother?

Thin it a bit with lacquer thinner.

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