refinishing the tub
Just some general advice please – the tub is looking tired and I was considering sanding it to bring back some luster to the wood.
I was planning on using an orbital sander and wooden sanding block. I have not oiled the tub and is this something I should be doing at least on the outside?
If so, what oil do you recommend?
I was planning on using an orbital sander and wooden sanding block. I have not oiled the tub and is this something I should be doing at least on the outside?
If so, what oil do you recommend?
I recommend to let the tub dry and sand with medium and fine grit.
Then, we recommend the application of a water-repellent which is colorless, matte finish and will not block the wood aroma.
It is a non-coating treatment and penetrates in the wood fibers letting it breath (like “goretex” for fabric…).
We recommend to finish the Hinoki tub with water repellent
KIHADAICHIBAN (preservative agent for wood) :
Then, we recommend the application of a water-repellent which is colorless, matte finish and will not block the wood aroma.
It is a non-coating treatment and penetrates in the wood fibers letting it breath (like “goretex” for fabric…).
We recommend to finish the Hinoki tub with water repellent
KIHADAICHIBAN (preservative agent for wood) :
a) 7,000. JPY / 1L + 4,500. JPY (Packaging + EMS) + Paypal fee = 12,000 JPY
Please let me know.
Best regards,
iacopo torrini
Tyece
2023年3月24日 at 6:36 AMHello! We are looking at your bathtubs for our client in Canada- Can you please advice on the cleaning of the tub and if body wash/shampoo/ bubble bath is ok to use?
Thank you!
iacopo
2023年3月24日 at 9:12 PMDear Tyece,
Thank you for your interest in our japanese bathtubs！
For cleaning instructions, please check the page below
https://bartokdesign.com/download
And download document 3 or 4.
About soap or bubble bath, it is not good for the untreated wood.
In case soap gets in contact with the wood be sure to rinse abundantly.
We are looking forward to working with you and remain at your disposal for any questions/problems.
With Best Regards,
iacopo