Ask The Experts

WHAT IS THE DENSITY PER CUBIC INCH OF 1/2" SANDEPLY? OR WHAT IS THE WEIGHT OF ONE 4X8 SHEET

Columbia Forest Products does not manufacture that product, but if it is all sande in all plies, it probably has a density of somewhere in the neighborhood of 30 pounds per square foot with a lot of room for variation. This would place a 1/2" sheet's weight in the range of 40 pounds. This is a sheer guestimate as the density and specific gravity can vary greatly with moisture content, and actual panel thickness can also play a part. Hope this helps!

I need a close match for McCloskey Tungseal stain - Light Oak 1917.

The McCloskey brand name was purchased by Cabot coatings about 5 years and the Tungseal line of stains discontinued. There is no replacement for the Tungseal Light Oak. You will have to try on your own to find a Varathane brand or Minwax brand that matches your requirements.

If all fails and you have a bit of the stain left, try a Sherwin Williams Branch location that is listed in your yellow pages or phone book as a "Commercial Branch". They may be able to use their computer and experience in color matching to mix you up a replacement color in their wiping stain base. It's better to deal with the commercial branches if possible, particularly if you are a contractor or small business in the trades.

For Cabot Customer Service

Technical Hotline within the US and Canada

1-800-US-STAIN

Technical Hotline outside of the US and Canada

978-465-1900

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