Posted by Gary Baker on November 12, 1998 at 21:14:25:
In Reply to: HELP! FRUSTRATED! Brightwork Question! posted by Hazen Kent on October 04, 1998 at 16:38:15:
: Someone, anyone... I need some help here.. What is a possible cure for bubbles after applying the finish coat of varnish. I have switched from foam to bristle brush and still no change. I am wondering if perhaps I should thin the varnish just a touch. I am currently using Interlux Clipper Clear and I live in the south (perhaps humidity is a factor) but my work is being done in a shaded and covered front porch. Anyway, I can't seem to apply without a small froth being created. I am being extremely careful and my strokes are light. The brush seems full enough. Perhaps my coats are too thin. Currently, I am varnishing two valances for the interior of my Tollycraft. Both pieces are about 5 inches wide and 9 feet long. I am covering an area of about 4 to 6 inches each application and then tipping off that application in an attempt to smooth out the bubbles. Hell, I'm stumped!!! Maybe its the varnish. Anyway, a few words of wisdom are welcome. Thanks, Hazen Kent
The Book "Brightwork" recommends a foam roller. The coats are evenly distributed-- then lightly pass over with bristle brush. Will dry mostly bubble free. Worked on my Chris-Craft first time out. The old bubbles will show unless snaded or stripped out though.