Bow finish

[fivebears]

Can I apply a tru-oil finish over top of a spar urethane finish or would I need to sand it off.The spar is thick and tacks up almost instantly and I'm afraid it will pull my new silkscreens off.Thanks for the help

Ken

[7 Lakes]

Something sounds strange...  Why are you afraid spar will pull off your silkscreens?  What wood have you covered with spar?

[fivebears]

I am putting the spar on the whole bow but it goes on kind of thick if I don't wipe it on with a little bit of pressure.Maybe I'm doing something wrong?I'm afraid if I try to wipe it on over top of the silkscreens I just applied it may screw them up.Maybe I should get the spray urethane.Thanks

[YORNOC]

Spar has a short shelf life, thats for sure. I've got a lot of gummed up cans kicking around.

[mahantango]

Is it decals you are worried about? Spray a couple of light coats of poly over them first to "seal" them. Let dry thoroughly then finish with the spar. And yes, make sure it's not old and gummy.

[Pointer]

Spray for sure...if you are gonna wipe it on instead be sure to thin it down...10-20% mineral spirits will help that go smoothly...thin coats..thinner the better..

[fivebears]

Thanks for the help guys.I had just bought the can of spar but it has he consistency of maple syrup.Maybe it needs to be thinned a little before applying at all.I've got some spray to use.Ken