when to refinish...

[JolietJames]

I have a question for cue makers regarding humidity and refinishing. I have a cue in desperate need of refinishing. I currently live in the humid Midwest, but will soon be moving to arid Arizona. I know the lack of humidity causes warpage on occasion, to cues from more humid locations. Should I wait until I'm moved to AZ for a while to have it refinished, do it now, or does it make any difference when I get it done? Is there anything else I can do to minimize the risk of warpage?
Thanks for any help provided.
-James

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[JolietJames]

Anyone? Please?

 

[rhncue]

Anyone? Please?

As far as I'm concerned, the sooner the better.

What forces of nature that are going to influence the integrity of the cue are going to happen no matter if you refinish or not. The finish does not eliminate the transfer of moisture but it does slow the process down. By having a good sealed finish the cue does not go through a quick, drastic transfer which is much more apt to cause damage.

Dick

 

[NY9912]

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