WEEK COMMENCING 19 JANUARY 2025

Hi

Thank you to everyone who commented on our new look; all the feedback was positive, and indeed, very complimentary.
Our demos haven’t started in full force yet, but we’re going international next week with an online demo to Norway. We’re still getting to grips with the software and equipment, so we thought we’ll chuck in a language difference as well. What could go wrong?? Maybe I’ll let you know.

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There is often confusion about our NyWeb product, particularly regarding the purpose of the White version. One of the most common questions we receive is about its point.

The White version is abrasive-free, unlike the others, which contain silicon carbide or aluminium oxide to create a defined cut. The White version, however, has no grit. Yet, its texture still allows it to abrade a surface—just at a much finer level.

This makes it ideal for achieving a smooth timber surface, but it’s also excellent for applying coatings. Specifically, it’s great for products such as waxes and oils, which require a very thin, even application.

Additionally, when using lacquers or hard-drying oils, the White NyWeb can be used to burnish the dried surface. While it’s not as effective as the Burnishing Cream for this purpose, it’s perfect for intercoat burnishing.

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As a follow-up to the above, we were contacted by someone who was finishing dark walnut and noticing small white flecks appearing in the very open pores of the timber.

This is usually a clear sign that something is drying in the pores, showing up white as it dries in concentration. Think of how Microcrystalline Wax looks in the tin. Based on the information provided, we reckoned this is what was happening here, as the flecks only appeared after the wax had been applied.

To prevent this, it’s usually helpful to apply, and especially buff, the wax with a brush. A shoe brush works well for this, or, if you encounter this problem frequently, our Hand Polishing Brush is the perfect solution.

Why is this a follow-up? Because the Burnishing Cream can cause the same issue with open-pored timbers, but if you run into this problem, the White NyWeb is a great workaround!

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I’m pretty sure this one has come up before, but it popped up again today, so it must be worth mentioning again.
Salt and pepper mills—what’s a good finish for them? We’d suggest treating them like a pen, and that Melamine Lacquer is the best option here. It’ll give a bright finish, but importantly a hard-wearing, long-lasting one too, which will withstand the inevitable handling.

As for the inside—we don’t know if it’s important to finish the inner chamber, but if you do want to, then a quick coat of Food Safe Finish will do the job nicely, without tainting the condiments inside.

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That’s about everything for this week. We’re still very busy with orders, especially heading out to Europe at the moment, so someone thought it would be a great time to reorganize the warehouse!
We’ve gained a lot of space, and it should make us even more efficient, but the timing could have been better.

I hope you have a good weekend, I’ll see you back here in seven days.

All the best

Terry