What kind of a finish do you put on these trays to make them liquid protected?
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Personally, I would apply several coats of a clear polyurethane spray. Start with very light coats that will dry very quickly. That way, even if the polyurethane tends to dissolve the finish, by the time you apply a thicker coat (which will sit in the wet state longer), it will be unable to reach (and dissolve) the original lacquer. A tip: read the spray can directions. Most will tell you to invert the can and spray until no liquid id being dispensed, so as to leave the spray orfice unclogged.
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get black liquid turtle wax and make sure you wear rubber gloves while putting it on. rub all over and wipe thoroughly. water beads on it. keeps it really shiny.
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I have not used any type of finish on mine. I haven't found that they need one.
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Satin? Maybe Semi-Gloss? I put Pictures down and bought a Piece of Glass for Protection. I'm using it as a Table/island in my Kitchen. Very Practical!
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It appears to be a flexible silicon. I did not use them for ice trays. We melted broken crayons in them in the microwave. They worked fine for that.
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We watched a few youtube videos. I think we ended up using rubbing alcohol. They slip right on when they are wet, but water won't dry and alcohol will. Good luck.
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Just plain tap water will work some. Anything that will not hurt the item you're putting it, or stainless steel, could be used as solution.
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Trays are coated. I'll actually be using mine tomorrow night (11/23), everything from shrimp, chicken, vegetables and several different types of cheeses.
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I used construction adhesive (liquid nails) and finishing nails. Worked great. Just be careful when counter sinking.
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There is no way to coat them that I can think of. All I can suggest is after your done cooking your burgers is turn up the heat a bit and let the accumulated drippings burn off. Then when you light it the next time , preheat the grill and use the grate lifter to lift up the grate, lay it to the side on another grate and use your grill brush to clean the char of the heat shields. I know its a bit of extra work but its the best and only real solution I have come up with so far. If anything else comes to mind I will pass it on.
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What I have found to keep them clean, and thus longer lasting is to: 1. use clean water on the pads before application. It also helps with the connection during use. 2. Put the pads on the white storing unit. 3. If you are using the two set unit, like I do, also use the clear plastic that you pulled off the pads to store them back on. Don't worry about the paper on one side, it does not adhere to the pads.
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I am not sure I finished my answer. I bought very thin trays that you can mold by dipping in hot water. When you buy this product at the dentist they give you custom trays.
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They are mold-able when placed in a glass of hot water for a few seconds. These trays are pretty good.
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My bar does not have a protective finish on it. When I use it I put a table runner on it and use coasters for the drinks. I think that putting an acrylic or polyurethane finish would be a great idea. I have also thought of purchasing a 'plexiglass" piece to but on the top. I hope that this helps.
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It is a sealer style of paint that dries hard so I think you could use it over old wood. Make sure there is no grease on the wood or the old paint. It is generally clear or light colored depending on whether you buy clear or "Orange". Do remember that shellac turns white if it gets wet. So it is not a good bar top surface. For the tray you would need something more water proof.
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The key is prevention. Blot excess moisture from the food before loading the trays
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The tops are laminate. I can't believe that the tops would peel away. The construction looks solid and high quality. Nicest tray set we've ever owned.
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Not really sure what the proper way is. I broke both trays in a week. You can thaw them but that increases risk of bacteria .... If you put hot water on the back, it gets to the food. Just overall no good way to do it :/
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What some manufacturers will tell you is to use lecithin free products. Apparently over time the molecules will get in between the microscopic ridges in the coating that keep things from sticking.