Getting ready to begin a dugout project. Couple years ago I built a half of a dugout from a grow back cypress log. I had the outside shape and approximately 90% complete. I started on the inside and once I got about 60% of the material removed from the bow section I started having minor splitting in the grain due to fast drying due to exposing both grain ends in a short distance. Before starting on the real thing I would like to search members knowledge on ways to prevent this problem. I have thought of applying some type of oil or sealing to these areas slow the drying process.
Also plan on a natural finish on final product. Any suggestions on a product that would penetrate the hull to prevent splitting as dugouts are known to do if not kept in water.
Thanks in advance for all help.
Also plan on a natural finish on final product. Any suggestions on a product that would penetrate the hull to prevent splitting as dugouts are known to do if not kept in water.
Thanks in advance for all help.