Should I thin my finish?Updated 2 months ago

Generally there is no need to do so, however many rod builders find it easier to work with a less viscous finish for easier application, especially when working in a cooler climate, like a garage or workshop. 

This can be accomplished by slightly warming the bottles containing the hardener and resin (being careful not to expose them to direct heat). Our favorite method is using the CRB Epoxy Bottle Warmer tool.

If the epoxy warmer is not for you, you can also do this in a microwave oven (with tops loosened, and heated for no more than 10 seconds - use caution), in a pan of warm water, or by carefully using the heat from a hair dryer.

Keep in mind that higher working temperatures create an initially thinner finish, but it can lead to one which sets up faster. Cooler temperatures result in a thicker initial finish but one which takes longer to set-up.

The depth of thickness on your wraps is more closely related to how much finish you apply, rather than to how thick the finish mix is.