Diggs Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Not much of a do-it-yourself kinda guy when it comes to wood and things related, but I was wondering if I could somehow get my Black KG-4's to resemble my clear oak KG 1.2's? They're a little dinged up (well, a lot) and I would like them to match my other speakers. I've got the time and determination, and since they aren't Klipschorns or worth more than $150, I won't feel bad if they didn't turn out right. I figure I would have to sand it down and stain it, but will it look similar to the clear oak ones or should I just forget it and refinish it in black? Would vaneering be better? I can just picture it peeling off because I did something wrong, lol. Any help would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 Ive sanded a black down once, i was almost all the way thru the laminate, and still couldnt get all the black out! Im not sure if id do this? Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 A better idea might be to buy a set of oak KG4's (maybe with blown parts, so they're cheap?), and salvage the parts from yours as spares. You can't buy the original replacement woofers (K-8-K) anymore. Trying to get them to look like oak would be impossible, at best. fini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subegt Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 If the finish is like a LaScala it is only about an 1/8in thick. I got some water damage on one (from a plant) a while back. I tried sanding it out and went right through. There is however a great wood product, self adhesive real wood laminate. It goes on quick, trims with a file and stainable too. I found it at a specialty lumber and hardware store. I did such a great job I can't tell which one is which! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs Posted December 10, 2002 Author Share Posted December 10, 2002 Laminate sounds like a great idea. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 subegt, Welcome to the forum! Sounds like you re-veneered the top of one of your LaScalas? That job is a far cry from tackling a pair of speakers, including risers, ESPECIALLY for someone who claims not to be much of a DIY'er. I'm glad yours turned out great. With veneering (and all woodworking/finishing projects), preparation is the key. I'd consult professionals (NOT at the Home Depot), read a book on the subject, or do some internet research before slapping contact cement on the KG4's. I don't know how long you've been reading this forum, but there are several accomplished woodworkers on this forum (including one who built Klipsch speakers at the factory). I doubt any of them took the time to put a 1/8" finish on their speakers... Good luck!! fini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs Posted December 10, 2002 Author Share Posted December 10, 2002 LOL, looks like the laminate is out of the question too. I haven't seen many KG-4's cabinets for sale, actually I never have. I'll keep a lookout though. Would refinishing them in black be too tough of a job to tackle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 Diggs, Whereabouts are you located? I might be able to work something out with you. I'm in the North Bay area (of SF). fini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdrake Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 Diggs - I think fini is offering to refinish them for you!! What a guy!! (LOL) Seriously, I refinished my black Chorus speakers, and it's not that big a deal (providing you properly cover everything in sight or you'll spend several hours scrubbing the garage floor on your knees with a toothbrush, washing the walls, etc... to remove the black mist that settles there, or so I'm told.) DD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs Posted December 11, 2002 Author Share Posted December 11, 2002 Doug - Yeah, the things we do for our speakers. Fini - I live in Kansas City, a little too far from Cali. I have 2 pairs of KG-4's, one in oak and the other is black. The rest of the speakers are oak/clear oak and I just wanted all of them to look somewhat similar. It's not that big of a deal, I just figured I'd try my hand at a little refinishing since I have the time. If I were to get new cabinets, I'd rather try to find something I could pick up. It's just not worth it to ship. Thanks for the offer though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted December 11, 2002 Share Posted December 11, 2002 I was given a pair of KG4's in walnut with about half of the components blown. No risers, though. I've got another pair in oak. Thought we might be able to work something out. If shipping would be too much, I guess flying me and Doug (my agent) in to KC to evaluate thr refinishing options in person would be out of the question. fini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs Posted December 11, 2002 Author Share Posted December 11, 2002 Wow, I wish someone would give me a pair of KG-4's. Hmmm, maybe sometime down the line I'll look you up about those oak ones. Then I could possibly have the first 6.1 all KG-4 system . Got to put myself through grad school first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subegt Posted December 12, 2002 Share Posted December 12, 2002 Fini is right. Doing an entire speaker is a big job. Yes, I am a newbie here (been reading off and on for about a year) and I love all the great info and mostly positive support. I still think laminate is a great product if you have a flat surface and straight edges. Real wood veneer laminate over MDF or Plywood is very common. The product I used did not require any messy glue, the adhesive was on the back. My job was simple, just the top surface. But the product was great. Yes! Do consult a professional and do not look for advice or products at HD. sube Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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