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Exactly what is it that causes cherry to darken with age ? Is it u-v from sunlight, oxidation, both ? If cherry is to be finished in moderate to dark colors what can be done to minimize darkening with age and how much of a color change is normal say over 20 yrs. 1/2 again ? twice as dark ?
Do pigmented toners help by blocking uv ? Is there a uv blocker that can be added ?
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I recently used some cherry boards that had been stickered in the barn loft for about 15 years, covered with plastic sheet to protect against roof leaks. Very little sunlight up there. Gorgeous dark red throughout, even the 8/4 board.
*Charles,There is no way to stop cherry from darkening, you can slow down the color change with varnish or lacquer, but you can not stop it from changing color. Cherry changes color by oxidation which can be accelerated by uv exposure. Blockers in the finish will work for a while but it will eventually darken. Just plan on the cherry darkening with age and you will not be disappointed.Stephen
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