cup/goblet finish - Woodworking Talk

jeepturner · 03-24-2009, 09:00 AM

I was wonder what everone uses on their cups/goblets to make the usable for holding liquid

Hhaines · 03-24-2009, 06:16 PM

If it won't hold soup.......It's art..........

firehawkmph · 03-24-2009, 10:57 PM

Jeep,
never used mine to hold liquid. I would think you would want something that builds up a good film finish that is impervious to water damage. I would try a polyurethane finish (oil-based). Follow the instructions, 2-3 coats, should hold up fine. Keep out of the dishwasher.

Mike Hawkins

vcooney · 03-25-2009, 10:05 PM

I make Beer mugs and I use Salad Bowl Finish with 4 to 5 coats. And I let it fully cure before using it.
I'm presently finishing one with epoxy...but it's a pain to control the flow so it taking a few days to get a full coat around the mug.

Vince

dickpiper · 03-26-2009, 12:32 PM

The end grain will be the most difficult to make waterproof as it will absorb the finish. I use a few extra coats on the end grain before applying the final coat,