On Nov 28, 2008, at 8:33 AM, Joseph Sullivan wrote:

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It is possible to use various kinds of polymers to semi-permanently
strengthen and bulk the cells of the wood.  These treatments have not  
yet
been commercialized, but they are used in some of the top archaeological
preservation labs.

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  The boat guys do this. Check Jamestown Distributors.

Spike Cornelius
PDX
           Crazy for Shavings

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