roblebo Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Hi everyone- this is my first posting. I bought a pair of '72 (I believe) vertical walnut Cornwalls from a friend for $30.00 and have been enjoying them immensely. The internal components (replaced caps in crossover) and grills are fine, but the walnut veneer was beyond refinishing with lots of chips and stains. I re-veneered them yesterday in Cherry with the help of a woodworking friend (who preferred the grain over walnut) and they look beautiful. Now the hard part- how to treat/finish them? I would like to see them turn out similar to the 60's/70's audio gear I have accumulated over the last few months- you know the look! Does anyone have any experience with just Tung Oil on Cherry veneer? What about stains/dyes? Any other ideas? I would love to see some pictures if there are any. Thanks in advance, Rob L. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorjen Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Hi Rob, I veneered a pair of Cornwall's a couple years ago in Cherry and finished in Tung Oil. I would HIGHLY recommend the combo. A couple pics to help in your decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Marvel Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 As usual, your work is beautiful. I love the look of cherry. I have a project that I am doing, and am leaning toward the cherry veneer myself. Stunning in a very subdued way. Had you posted these already? NICE! Thanks for posting those Jordan. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roblebo Posted July 28, 2007 Author Share Posted July 28, 2007 Wow - thanks Jordan! That was exactly what I was hoping to see! How many coats is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klipschaholik Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Here's a shot of a pair of cherry decorator heresy's using a Minwax antique finish and steel wool. That tung oil looks great too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorjen Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 Geez, those are some really, really sexy Heresy's Klipschaholik, man I love 'em! Just Beautiful. Rob...if I remember correctly, I applied three coats of Tung Oil rubbing with 0000 Steel Wool between coats. If you have a scrap of veneer left, try some Watco Teak Oil just for s@#$% and giggles, see what you think. Gives Cherry a nice, rich tone. Teak Oil has obvious applications with Teak, Rosewood, etc., but it gives outstanding results with other woods as well. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomac Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 Did these in curly maple about a year ago. I figure to do another pair and stain slightly darker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roblebo Posted July 29, 2007 Author Share Posted July 29, 2007 Hey Klipschaholik, I assume that is Minwax Antique Oil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klipschaholik Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 That's it. Comes in a red can. [D] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roblebo Posted August 6, 2007 Author Share Posted August 6, 2007 Well I went with the Tung oil - 5 coats so far and am loving it! Might just stick with 5... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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