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Old 05-12-2011, 06:13   #16
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Re: How to treat a wooden shelf i am building in engine room

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I would use a plastic wood like King Starboard.
Indeed!
http://www.kingplastic.com/products/...ing-starboard/
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Re: How to treat a wooden shelf i am building in engine room

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I would use a plastic wood like King Starboard.

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Plus 1....and agree with the cutting board idea as well.
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Re: How to Treat a Wooden Shelf I'm Building in the Engine Room

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good plywood is often easier to work with. any paint will do, it should out live you in the engine room!
I should have said "exterior plywood". And use an oil based paint or epoxy resin etc.
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