Preventing Antler Fading

Submitted by Ben Knapp on 01/11/2004. ( skyhawk_pilot2000@hotmail.com ) 24.237.153.212

Hi,
I was wondering if anyone knew a good way to seal in antler color to prevent fading. Thanks,
BEN

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avoid UV

This response submitted by Raven on 01/11/2004. ( ) 24.150.166.254

Avoid ultra violet light (sunlight etc) and the elements and they shoudln't fade. A finished mount on a wall out of the light should stay well coloured on it's own.


You don't

This response submitted by George on 01/11/2004. ( georoof@aol.com ) 205.188.208.9

Though I see many here like some polyurethane to "seal" the antlers, I can tell you that, long term, it's going to be like putting windshield wipers on a cat's ass. It SHOWS. Use linseed oil/turpentine or a good furniture polish periodically and allow the antlers to absorb it. That will replace the moisture that's evaporating from your antlers.


deer antlers

This response submitted by ray on 01/19/2004. ( rjalt@midcogft.net ) 24.220.246.165

what do I have to do to clean up antlers for mounting


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