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  1. 01-09-2013, 06:43 PM #1
    snimmo243
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    Default How to seal feeder?

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    If I make a miller or ashforth type feeder at home what is the best method of making it water tight?

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    Proper wood undercoat and 2 coats of gloss paint worked fine for mine
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    Yes works for me too.
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    I use yacht varnish and then seal all joins with molten wax...
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    Thanks for the replies, will give it a go

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