Re: [Shaku] The Power of Urushi

From: BRIAN RITCHIE <brianritchie@mac.com>
Date: Thu Jul 19 2007 - 07:39:50 PDT

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I heard that cashew begins to degrade and chip after about 10 years
whereas urushi lasts forever.

On Jul 19, 2007, at 7:19 AM, Perry Yung wrote:

> Hi Karl,
> I haven't used Cashew extensively but it seems slightly less hard.
> It's difficult to say since it depends upon how it is thinned and
> applied. I'm sure a Cashew expert can tell you more. I would say
> it is similar io urushi in moisture proofing. The thing about
> cashew for me is the smell. Urushi smells sweet to my nose, cashew
> smells like a chemical (at best). If you can get over the smell, it
> may be a good alternative for you.
>
> Best, Perry
>
> Has anyone found any difference in sound between urushi and cashew
> lacquer?
> Any difference in hardness or moisture-proofing?
>
> Karl Signell
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