Tama Artstars - Cordia Wood Restoration??? - Page 1

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Hello, I just recently purchased a set of 1983 Tama Art Stars (2-24"X16"s, 13", 14", 16", 18") that are in great condition. I stripped the 14" and did the WD40 bath and wash and rinse on the chrome which turned out amazing. My question, what can I do to the wood shells (exterior) to make them like new??? They are Cordia wood and in really good condition. A friend of mine suggested using triple ot steel wool and then furniture polish. Would love recommendations here and if the triple ot steel wool is the way to go?

Thank you,

Ronnie G

Posted on 2 years ago

thin shell

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You need to get a new friend...

Are they the high gloss finish or the matte finish?

Pictures would also help.

I always treat natural and painted finishes on drums like I would treat a car. I like McGuires products and usually use one of their polish products followed by one of their wax products. If there is a lot of gunk on the finish, I will use a damp cloth with gentile detergent to loosen the crud, being very careful to keep the moisture away from any exposed wood on the edges or holes.

Posted on 2 years ago

jmcohen

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The technique your friend suggested (using 0000 steel wool, not 000) is a proven technique used on new wood products finished with a polyurethane or similar. When used with furniture wax, it produces a very smooth, satin finish very pleasing to the eye and touch. I have used the technique effectively many times on projects I have constructed out of wood. Having said that, I would never use this technique on a drum. The finish on drums is usually a sprayed on lacquer and is likely very thin. 0000 steel wool is not very abrasive, but I still would not risk it. You would be better off heeding the advice of others on this forum, whose input you wisely sought! Thin shell’s recommendation seems quite sound.

Josh

Posted on 2 years ago