Got a rod with fissurs in the cork the size of the Grand Canyon. These seem to be the nature of this cork where parts of it seem to have washed out, as opposed to being damaged by hitting something and leaving a hole. Can this be repaired? Clinton

Yes. Elmer's wood filler will work for deep holes you will probably have to apply 2 or 3 x. Apply, allow to dry (it shrinks a little) then reapply then lightly sand. Probably a good idea to put a sealer over it when done.

Can you match the color? By sealer, do you mean U40?

Clinton perfect solution assist with a few of your afflictions -

No additional medication required -

Perfect match for an OCD is impossible using cork dust and adhesives - always darkens.

When frustrations reach a peak -

Just "Flock" It!

And all will be well.



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/17/2010 10:43AM by Bill Stevens.

Never been to good at flocking!!

Elmers "light oak" is a close match to cork. Several of the sponsors sell cork sealer. I don't like permaglos on a cork handle - but lots of people used varnish on cork handles on bamboo in the past. If you go that route use spar varnish

you can always cover it with heat shrink

Ken and Terry,
I believe that U-40 sells a cork sealer.
Mike Blomme

Yes, they do ... I was leaving the final choice to Clinton as I have no particular preference - while others may

i think the ideal color by ELMERS is Honey Oak it comes in a tube and can be thinned with water if necessary , also it is found in most hardware stores for a few bucks . Larry

Candidate for Rattan.

Let the Elmer's Honey Oak Set a few days before sanding, just before you sand put a few drops of wood stabilizer or Permagloss just on the filler this will lock the filler in to the cork. Let dry and sand. Should come out natural. You may want to try it out on a old piece of cork

Good Wraps Bob

I am sorry to say that I have made a mistake it is not "Honey Oak" but it is "Golden Oak" by ELMERS PRO BOND wood filler, I am sorry for any inconvienence. Larry