This product is not only good on wood, but you can also apply a coat to the bed ways on your lathe. We did this while I was taking a course from Kirk. It helps prevent rust and makes for silky smooth bed ways.
How does that work with Grit in it? I get that wax helps things to slide more easily but with grit in the mix it feels like it should have the opposite effect.
@@joshuadinerstein7533 You'd think so. However the grit is minor compared to the silky smooth wax. It basically removes minor surface scratches. That's it. Hope this helps.
I’ve been using this product since it came out. I, too use it on everything I turn, including epoxy resin. It works great to prepare the surface for final finish. P.S. tell Kirk I appreciate the change of container! This is much easier to get to the bottom!!🙂
I know this goes back 2 yrs ago but hopefully your still responding to questions 🤞After sanding to 600 could I use a sanding sealer then apply the scratch free? Thanks
Thanks for the video. What do you use to finish after Scratch Free? When turning a wood/resin piece, how far do you sand before using Scratch Free? Thank you.
Yes, lacquer finishes work just fine on top of Scratch Freee. We recommend wiping down the surface with acetone after Scratch Free to remove any trace of wax.
I know it isn't the point of this video. But I love the shape of the walnut pepper mill. I haven't turn peppermills before. So I have been searching for shapes I like. I think this one is my favorite. Are there any dimensions anywhere? Was it a 10 inch mill or a 12? I would love to get any details that are available. Thanks!
Yes it can. We've never had a problem applying an oil finish on top of Scratch freee. For best results, give your turning a quick wipe down with acetone to remove any trace of wax.
So far all types of finishes we've tried have worked just fine on top of Scratch Freee - and we've tried a lot! But keep in mind that it is a wax and it's possible that some finishes might not play well with it. We'd suggest trying it on a test piece if you're worried.
We typically use a paper towel. We find it best to avoid the cheapest of paper towels. You can also apply it with a rag or soft cloth - it is very forgiving to apply.
I have been using it for a long time too. I love the stuff. On somethings it is my only finish. I am curious, did you change the formula some as it seemed a little softer or lighter than mine is.
Not for us - for durability it's best to use a varnish or tung oil as a final finish. Scratch Freee is amazing at what it is intended for - the final step in your sanding, before applying a finish.
@@CraftSuppliesUSA I have tung oil with natural citrus solvent (Real Milk Paint Half & Half mixture). Is it better to use pure tung oil after polishing with wax, or is the tung/citrus oil mixture still safe to use?
@@vincevc_woodworks7886 Yes you can I use mainly a wax based turners polish. I'm not decrying Drs product its good, I just found Y/grit gave a better finish after applying a final wax polishing. Its not a fast process using either product burnish both until when using the clean cloth theres virtually nothing left on your work. Leave to dry for some time before final wax polish, not water based.
@@prspastor Yes i fell in that pit a year ago, thats a good tip to others please read the reply I gave to Vince VC woodworks I'd like to know your opinion ,we can all differ doesnt mean we are wrong. I think the results depend entirely on how long you burnish for I found the best results on both products is to burnish until the grit is completely gone and your clean cloth has virtually no residue on it and be patient its not a fast process.
@@ssstent Yes, I my experience is that the longer you burnish, the less oily/waxy residue is left from Yorkshire Grit. I have cleaned a piece with mineral spirits after Yorkshire Grit, and before applying a water-based finish. However, my favorite finishes are Dr.’s Pens Plus and Tried and True Varnish. Not had trouble with either of those.
Scratch Freee goes on everything I turn. Will never be without it.
Same - we use it on everything
@@CraftSuppliesUSAI've got a question. Can I do a final finish with General Finish wood bowl finish after using this product?
Looks so much nicer than epoxy!
After using Scratch Free a couple of times I tossed my jar of the other stuff. This product works with every finish with which I have tried it.
Glad you've found it as useful as we have
This product is not only good on wood, but you can also apply a coat to the bed ways on your lathe. We did this while I was taking a course from Kirk. It helps prevent rust and makes for silky smooth bed ways.
How does that work with Grit in it? I get that wax helps things to slide more easily but with grit in the mix it feels like it should have the opposite effect.
@@joshuadinerstein7533 You'd think so. However the grit is minor compared to the silky smooth wax. It basically removes minor surface scratches. That's it. Hope this helps.
@@skipproctor8979 Very cool. Thank you. I think I will order some and give it a try.
Car wax does a good job and less expensive
Seems like a great product! ☝🏼😯
Looks great. Nice name, since I am Dr. Michael Kirk and a wood turner. Maybe I should get a discount . . .
I’ve been using this product since it came out. I, too use it on everything I turn, including epoxy resin. It works great to prepare the surface for final finish. P.S. tell Kirk I appreciate the change of container! This is much easier to get to the bottom!!🙂
Thanks for your support and the feeback!
Absolutely gorgeous!!
I know this goes back 2 yrs ago but hopefully your still responding to questions 🤞After sanding to 600 could I use a sanding sealer then apply the scratch free? Thanks
Absolutely, Using the sealer then cutting it back with scratch free works great!
Thanks for the video. What do you use to finish after Scratch Free? When turning a wood/resin piece, how far do you sand before using Scratch Free? Thank you.
Can I do a lacquer finish over it since haw wax in it?
Yes, lacquer finishes work just fine on top of Scratch Freee. We recommend wiping down the surface with acetone after Scratch Free to remove any trace of wax.
I know it isn't the point of this video. But I love the shape of the walnut pepper mill.
I haven't turn peppermills before. So I have been searching for shapes I like. I think this one is my favorite. Are there any dimensions anywhere? Was it a 10 inch mill or a 12?
I would love to get any details that are available.
Thanks!
I wonder if it could be used after applying walnut, that is, to polish an oiled finish to obtain a bit of gloss?
I used the blue color one all the times from Kirk polish #3. I use #1 and 2 than #3.
Is there really any difference between "scratch free" and Acks abrasive paste or Yorkshire grit?
Can a polymerizing oil finish such as walnut oil applied over this product?
Yes it can. We've never had a problem applying an oil finish on top of Scratch freee. For best results, give your turning a quick wipe down with acetone to remove any trace of wax.
What is the recommended finish after scratch free?
Can I use any finish I want on top of this product? Are there any I must avoid (lacquer, shellac, oils)? Thanks for the demonstration.
So far all types of finishes we've tried have worked just fine on top of Scratch Freee - and we've tried a lot!
But keep in mind that it is a wax and it's possible that some finishes might not play well with it. We'd suggest trying it on a test piece if you're worried.
What do you apply it with regular paper towel or a softer type cloth or towel?
We typically use a paper towel. We find it best to avoid the cheapest of paper towels. You can also apply it with a rag or soft cloth - it is very forgiving to apply.
I have been using it for a long time too. I love the stuff. On somethings it is my only finish. I am curious, did you change the formula some as it seemed a little softer or lighter than mine is.
We didn't change the formula, but we did improve our mixing/pouring process. It's blended more consistently through the jar than it used to be.
Yes, what would you put on top of it that would adhere to that oil and polish?
Our favorite finishes are Tried & True and Waterlox. They can be built up on the surface to a beautiful gloss.
newbie question....you said, "now that it's polished you can apply your finish of choice". Isn't this polish the finish?🤷🏻♂️
Not for us - for durability it's best to use a varnish or tung oil as a final finish. Scratch Freee is amazing at what it is intended for - the final step in your sanding, before applying a finish.
@@CraftSuppliesUSA I have tung oil with natural citrus solvent (Real Milk Paint Half & Half mixture). Is it better to use pure tung oil after polishing with wax, or is the tung/citrus oil mixture still safe to use?
Could you do a video with an acrylic? I'd like to see how well it works after 600 grit.
Is scratch free the same as step 1 in the micro magic polishing system set?
No - Scratch Freee contains much coarser grit than Micro Magic, even step 1
Good job
Thanks!
Ive used scratch free and Yorkshire grit and I find Yorkshire grit is superior.....sorry.
Can you put a finish over Yorkshire grit ?
@@vincevc_woodworks7886 Yes I do all the time. However, I would be cautious with water-based finishes. I only use oil-based or shellac.
@@vincevc_woodworks7886 Yes you can I use mainly a wax based turners polish. I'm not decrying Drs product its good, I just found Y/grit gave a better finish after applying a final wax polishing. Its not a fast process using either product burnish both until when using the clean cloth theres virtually nothing left on your work. Leave to dry for some time before final wax polish, not water based.
@@prspastor Yes i fell in that pit a year ago, thats a good tip to others please read the reply I gave to Vince VC woodworks I'd like to know your opinion ,we can all differ doesnt mean we are wrong. I think the results depend entirely on how long you burnish for I found the best results on both products is to burnish until the grit is completely gone and your clean cloth has virtually no residue on it and be patient its not a fast process.
@@ssstent Yes, I my experience is that the longer you burnish, the less oily/waxy residue is left from Yorkshire Grit. I have cleaned a piece with mineral spirits after Yorkshire Grit, and before applying a water-based finish. However, my favorite finishes are Dr.’s Pens Plus and Tried and True Varnish. Not had trouble with either of those.