Interlux Bedding Compound vs. Dolphinite

[BillyBudd]

I've used probably 3 quarts of Interlux Bedding Compound over 10 or so years. I'd heard of Dolphinite but it wasn't available. Now I see that Hamilton Marine carries it at twice the cost of the Interlux product. My only complaint about Interlux's bedding compound is that in time, in the can (or even in a sealed mason jar), it gets lumpy and while I've tried to rescue this lumpy mess by adding linseed oil it wasn't much of a rescue. What's the general sense about these 2 products? Is one as good as the next? Does Dolphinite last in the container much longer than the Interlux goo? I'm hopefully at the end of major boatbuilding work here and see the coming years as maintenance of what I've got, some minor messing about and such..., so I'm not going to be a big user, and I anticipate good stuff waiting for me on the shelf.

[TimH]

I believe the Dolphinite is better. Havent seen any actual comparison studies though.

[Yeadon]

I've been chewing on a can of Dolphinite (sp?) for a year or so now ... it can get a little dry near the top, but otherwise, seems to hold up well in the can.

Not sure if twice the cost is worth it, though. Maybe.

I do like working with the stuff ... it's easier to handle than Boatlife. Spreads easily. Doesn't stink too bad, and you can get it off your fingers easily enough.

[Scott Rosen]

Here's a tip for keeping the Interlux from getting lumpy.

Before you close the can, pour some linseed oil on top so it covers the bedding compound. Then close the can.

When you next use the stuff, pour off the linseed oil first. Repeat for each use.

[pcford]

I've been chewing on a can of Dolphinite (sp?) for a year or so now ...

Do you like the taste of the mahogany flavor? I'm partial to it myself.

Good hint on the linseed oil. Will try it.

Also, alway seal the surfaces where the glop is going to go. Otherwise the thinner of the bedding compound will be sucked out.

[Scott Rosen]

Also, alway seal the surfaces where the glop is going to go. Otherwise the thinner of the bedding compound will be sucked out.
Good point. This stuff works well for bedding hardware and the like on painted or varnished surfaces. It's not good on bare wood.

[BillyBudd]

Thanks guys. Based on comments so far I'll stay with Interlux but add a film of linseed oil on top when sealing can for the winter.