On Jul 12, 12:35 am, "Toller" <[email protected]> wrote:
> I am making up a tabletop of ipe. I have read that the ends need to be seal
> to prevent splitting.
>
> I usually use a black pitch made for roof repairs (because I happen to have
> a can of it I need to use up) but it doesn't seem appropriate here. Would
> paste wax, shellac, or varnish work?
Any of the above, but I'd only use wax as a temporary solution while
working with the boards. You're just trying to prevent the wood from
drying out from the end grain, so whatever you're using as a finish
would probably do the trick.
R