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woodprn
4th June 2008, 03:43 PM
I'm having some bamboo bowls made and was wondering how they can be made food safe.
I've been told there is a natural lacquer derived from the cashew nut tree, would anyone know what this is called, or perhaps a better option??
Thanks

wheelinround
4th June 2008, 05:01 PM
http://www.vietnamhandcraft.com/AboutLacquer.php

woodprn
4th June 2008, 05:09 PM
Thank you.
Much appreciated!

Toymaker Len
4th June 2008, 11:48 PM
How about a pic ?

MacS
6th June 2008, 05:10 AM
I did not read the article, but you can buy 100% Tung Oil to finish your bamboo.

Just be sure you buy only 100% Tung Oil, as there are many finishes that may use the words Tung Oil, but they will have other chemicals added, only the 100% Tung Oil is a food safe finish.

Good Luck

Mac S