[Cob] Countertop Ideas

[James from House Alive]

When you say "moist," do you mean it hasn't dried fully?  Or is it still
oily from an oil coat?  What kind of oil did you use?  If it was a
non-hardening oil (like raw linseed oil or vegetable-based oil), it could
take weeks and weeks to dry.  If it's still wet from water, then let it dry
fully before doing any sealing.

You could try a wax, like floor wax or bees wax.  I would test it on a small
section before coating the whole thing.  If that isn't satisfactory, try a
clear wood sealant (i.e. Thompsons water seal).  I know I'm going to catch
hell for that suggestion, but it works!

Good luck,
James

On Thu, May 15, 2008 at 9:35 AM, Stephen Karrington <sales at diamondcard.us>
wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I built a bar made of adobe. But the finish surface is still abit
> moist and if you rub against it with your hands or clothing you will
> get red on you :(
>
> Does anyone have a suggestion on how I can harden this countertub so
> its usable? On one side is where the customers will sit. The other
> side is where the workers till prepare salads, juices, water, etc.
>
> Any suggestions on what I can do here would be greatly appreciated.
> Here is a photo of the area.
>
> http://flickr.com/photos/12405284@N00/2451106235/in/set-72157602525943939/
>
> Stephen
>
>
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