I usually wait to put a poly finish on anything until I'm certain the finish will not be marred by my build activity. Glue sloppy fingers, scratches, tool marks etc. If there is something to be attached to the deck or hull that will make the application of a poly finish a fiddly thing then I'd do it right away.After the false deck glue dried and the surface sanded with 600 grit sandpaper, I proceeded to locate the "Centerline" and mark it the length of the deck.
I proceeded with deck planking. To simulate seam, I use graphite pencil and scrubbed the edges of the planks as I installed them. I plan to come back and "Cut" cross lines at 40mm lengths to simulate individual laid planks.
Does 40mm plank length seem correct for the 1:100 model?
Should I "seal" the decking with light oak minwax poly before starting the hull planking or wait?
View attachment 437029
View attachment 437030
View attachment 437031
View attachment 437032
I have not used this product but If you want to use this as wood filler there are probably many more products that are cheaper and easier to use. This Interlux product is primarily sold to real boat owners for their wood fill issues not modelers. Do a search on SOS and you will find much information in this regard.Interlux Surfacing Putty
Has any member used this product? If so, please supply brief information If your just filling the hull imperfections and gaps there are many other products