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    Jim:

    I just today noticed your post in jablackwell’s Syren build log on 11/29/2017 and your use of Redheart for the ceiling on your build. I have been doing the same on my Lawrence (aka, Niagara with modifications). 

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    I used Redheart for the bulwarks ceiling, and Osage orange for bulwarks exterior planking. 

    So, a couple questions for you ...

    I read that the Redheart will fade over time to dull grayish-red, so lightly coated with red stain.  Did you do anything to preserve the color?

    both of these woods were very hard and brittle. The first strake below the gunports on the exterior is Redheart and no matter how long I soaked it, the planks snapped when bending. I finally had to plane the plank down to nearly 1/32” to get it to bend. Did you have similar issues?

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    I am also using Redheart for carronade carriages. 

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    Thanks. 

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      Srodbro

      Good looking build you have there. I almost like your flat red gun carriages slightly contrasting with the deep red Redheart more than my scheme (almost). 

      I like your light colored deck. Mine will be a bit more subdued, using mahogany with a light gray stain and satin poly finish. I intend to make the companion-way, grates, and fife rails of walnut.  But, with this color scheme based on natural wood colors, I’m not yet sure what I’ll do with finishing the spars and tops. 

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