Wood Turning - Yorkshire Grit Review

I review Yorkshire Grit by Glyn Senior.
yorkshire-grit.com/
Hampshire Sheen:
www.hampshiresheen.com/

[@paulspencer7401]

Really interesting Mike as always

[@benjabens2058]

nice demo ,mike, thanks for showing!grtngs!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Benja.

[@HeathKnuckles_Tasty_Timber]

Thank you for sharing Mike. Excellent video!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Heath, glad you liked it mate Cheers Mike

[@alansimpson596]

Thank you Mike for an excellent review. Those of us who been with you for a long time know your reviews are totally impartial. I needed a table saw and as a result of the review you did I went on your recommendation and couldn't be more pleased. The great advantage for me with this product is that it will greatly reduce dust in my workshop. Consequently, I've just ordered some. I'm really fond of my healthy lungs and for the last couple of months have been using the Axminster respirator identical to yours and it too is a great piece of kit. Best wishes, Alan.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Alan, thanks you for your supportive words my friend, they are very much appreciated. I am well pleased that your happy with both your table saw, and respirator. I do try to be as honest as I can, I must say that if I don't like it I won't review it :) Take care Mike

[@CarlJacobson]

Great demo Mike! That stuff looks like it works great. Take care, Carl

[@MikeWaldt]

+Carl Jacobson Thanks Carl, I am very impressed with the way it works. Take care my friend Mike

[@TheStanford01]

Thanks Mike. My choice of finish.

[@MikeWaldt]

Glad you agree and thanks for watching.

[@rogerwilson3917]

Mike your videos are entertaining and educational. Thank you for making them for novices like myself. Cheers my friend!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Roger, that is very kind of you to say so, I really appreciate it. Cheers Mike

[@KE4YAL]

Great review I'm all for cutting down on sanding Thanks Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jerry Cheers Mike

[@WithTheGrain527]

colouring on the yorkshire grit side look richer. Sapele is amazing and a really good test subject. Thanks for sharing Mike.

[@pete4199]

Very nice of you to show it to us, thank you very much.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks for watching Peter. Cheers Mike

[@ErikAnderson1]

Looks great Mike I watched this once and was back to take a second look.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Erik, it is a good product, and thanks for watching.....twicw ;) Take care my friend Mike

[@yuvallahav]

Looking really good! I should try some, as my EEE paste is just about done. Oh wait. I got mine in the mail today!! Yeay! I'll be checking it out once my lathe is up and running again. Thank you for sharing Mike! Yuval.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Yuval, Thanks for watching mate, and hope your up and running soon, let me know what you think of YG too. Take care my friend Mike

[@ShevillMathers]

To my eye, the Yorkshire grit wood had slightly deeper colour and better grain detail. Thank you for the demonstration.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for commenting and watching Shevill

[@ShevillMathers]

@@MikeWaldt I really hope am not biased, I am a white rose living 'down under' the past 50 odd years. I am 82 and about to take up wood turning , having spent a lifetime using metal working machines, building big telescopes and observatories. I was telling a young friend who has started wood turning about the Yorkshire Grit, I have bought the basic ingredients to make my own. I live on 5-acres of natural bush, so have more Eucalyptus, Wattle and other woods on my property to keep me going forever, we have some lovely timbers down here. Google Shevill Mathers and or Southern Cross Observatory-Tasmania if interested. Thanks again for the demonstration, it is how we find out about the good stuff. I thought it was a great way to reduce sanding dust (not healthy) and getting a nice finish at the same time with a minimum of stages through sanding grades.

[@DanielVilarino]

Hi Mike! Thank you my friend for the demonstration. It looks like Glyn's product is working! I had a few exchanges with Glyn Sr. since, as you know, I made a formula for an abrasive paste (with mineral oil, beeswax and tripoli powder) and I believe Glyn added or changes some of the components. I am glad to see the paste is working well and wish all the best of success! Cheers! Daniel

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Daniel, thanks for your support as ever my friend, it is always very much appreciated. Take care Mike

[@dylskee888]

I know this is an old video, but I was doing a google search for some good friction polish and this was a great review and video as well! I will definitely order some and give it a try thanks to this video, thank you as always Mike! Your videos are always very insightful and I enjoy all that you do. Thank you for taking the time to do these videos and sharing your knowledge!

[@MikeWaldt]

You will not be disappointed Dylan. Take care Mike

[@JimsonMakes]

Great demo, I must get some Yorkshire Grit, it will help in my war against dust. Cheers, Jim

[@MikeWaldt]

+Jimson's Stuff Thanks Jim, I personally find it a great product, and will be using it a lot. Take care Mike

[@TrevtheRev712]

Me thinks I will try this Yorkshire Grit. Very impressed. Thank you for putting this on video for us.

[@MikeWaldt]

You won't be disappointed Trevor, I assure you :) Cheers Mike

[@TrevtheRev712]

Well I've ordered two tins: one will probably be a raffle prize at Weston Wood Turning Circle.

[@turnip197426]

cheers for that Mike, will definitely be buying.

[@MikeWaldt]

+Lee Rogers You won't be disappointed lee. Thanks for watching Cheers Mike

[@jonder67]

Great video Mike. Just ordered my first tin of Yorkshire Grit. Cheers.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks John, you won't be disappointed I assure you. Cheers Mike

[@williamhunt6439]

I watched this video review with great interest and purchased a couple of tins to try it out myself. I was not disappointed since it exceeded my expectations. The residue from the grit also makes an effective grain filler as previously suggested. I'll be a regular user of Yorkshire Grit.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi William, I'm very pleased to learn that you like YG, and will pass on your comments to Glyn. Take care Mike

[@woodworks3585]

Good video Mate and great info on the Yorkshire Grit to that seems to be a very product .. Thank you for sharing Mate...

[@MikeWaldt]

+WoodCrafts 67 Thanks for the kind words and watching Take care Mike

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

Hi Mike, if you haven't tried it yet you should try some U beaut polish EEE paste, it works in a very similar fashion but in my view much better than the example you show. The EEE finishes to 1200 grit or higher after sanding to 360 grit and applying the sealer. EEE is a friction polish and is food safe and other finishes can be put on over it, BUT, it is not a British product, however it is much much better as it comes from the colonies. Regards Steve

[@MikeWaldt]

Nothing like a loyal Colonial Stephen, we prefer what we prefer mate ;) Take care Mike

[@MikePeaceWoodturning]

Mike, have you used EEE Ultrashine which appears to be a very similar product from Australia? Any thoughts on how they compare?

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Mike, no I haven't used EEE, so I cannot compare. Thanks for watching Take care Mike

[@tmikeporter]

I'm sold! Will order some shipped to Oregon!

[@MikeWaldt]

+Mike Porter You won't regret it Mike! Take care Mike

[@frankhiebert492]

Nice test Mike, on my monitor they look the same.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Frank Cheers Mike

[@TrevtheRev712]

Well, I have just received two tins of Yorkshire Grit one of which I was going to put in as a raffle prize. Might keep it now. I have just tried YG on the bottom of an oak bowl I am making from a very, very old piece of wood. I've always had a problem in that I have never been very happy with my finish: that has just changed! Watched MW's demo and I must say the finish I now have is very good and then with the bees wax, lovely. YG is so easy to use. No marks just a very smooth deep finish. (I use mainly bees wax for my finishing). Thanks Mr Waldt.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Trevor, very pleased that you're happy with YG, and thanks for your "review" and support. Take care Mike

[@WoodsleeSummercraftwoodturning]

Mike, Looks like they compliment each other perfectly, it would be nice to get this product in Canada Take care Rob

[@MikeWaldt]

+Woodslee Summercraft They do Rob, I don't know what plans Glyn has for the future regards overseas sales, you might contact him to find out. Take care Mike

[@CollinFrench]

I know that Glyn has already shipped to the US so there should be no problem with shipping to Canada too. I believe that Martin will ship Hampshire Sheen to Canada too but there's a Us based reseller for HS already. :)

[@WoodsleeSummercraftwoodturning]

+Collin French 😉, there is also a retailer of Hampshire sheen in Canada, but I'm still refining it. I will contact Glyn about his product, as it does look good Take care Rob

[@willemkossen]

I think i'll be testing these products soon.

[@MikeWaldt]

+Willem Kossen It's well worth trying out Willem, I assure you. Take care Mike

[@georgebrill3072]

Mike, you mention the sanding sealer mix. What exactly is that? Thanks. I enjoy your videos.

[@pjenslin1]

Hampshire sheen is not available in my country. What other finish would you recommend to finish off after I have applied the Yorkshire grit? Beeswax? Beeswax mix with boiled linseed?

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Philip, any proprietary wax will be fine.

[@darinhornsby6557]

Have you ever shared pictures of your shop? I’m in huge admiration of your organization (from what I can see in the video)! I would love to see more and grab ideas from you.

[@MikeWaldt]

I have one several workshop videos over the years Darin. Stay safe and thanks for watching.

[@JensWoodworkingThings]

Wow. That's the first time I've seen an example of how much even the fine sanding takes the size down.

[@scottgaber2267]

Thanks Mike I just ordered mine last night and I was wondering if you put sealer on it first and you answered my question. If you don't mind could you tell me what mix you use for the sealer. I use Bullseye sealcoat. Scott

[@MikeWaldt]

+Scott Gaber Hi Scott I use cellulose Sanding Sealer 3 parts to one part Cellulose Thinners. Take care Mike

[@penslin7356]

Where does the Yorkshire Grit Microfine Paste fit in?

[@MikeWaldt]

You can use microfine on wood for an extra smooth surface, but it is really effective on resin and acrylic.

[@jimcarney727]

Love the product,my finish of choice

[@MikeWaldt]

Good choice too Jim :)

[@Gappyps3]

Sorry for my ignorance, I’m a beginner, but what is de nibbing?

[@MikeWaldt]

Never apologise for asking questions, that's how we learn. De nibbing is merely smoothing the surface after the sealer dries, using a scotch pad, nyweb. or similar. Cheers Mike

[@Ronalcock1]

Yes Mike, I think the side with Yorkshire grit looks shinier. Great demo

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Ron, glad to hear I achieved the goal on this video. Take care Mike

[@PaulLockwood]

On the Yorkshire Grit side to me it looked like that both sides were exactly the same before you even applied the Hampshire Sheen. Does the Yorkshire Grit have some form of wax or something in it that helps to seal the wood eliminating the need to apply any further finish?

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Paul, I am not sure of the ingredients, but a quick visit to the website should answer that for you mate. Although the initial finish looks good, a top finish of wax or similar is needed to make it durable, and resistant to marking. Hope this helps Take care Mike

[@yourvapingdollar]

thanks for the great video. have you tried it on any real soft wood?

[@MikeWaldt]

+Bill Bottoms Thanks Bill, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. As yet I haven't tried on very soft wood, but I rarely work with it. Thanks for watching Cheers Mike

[@Namrowable]

would it be better to use the Yorkshire grit first then the sanding sealer ?

[@MikeWaldt]

No Sir, not a good method. The sealer seals the fibres to allow the YG do its job. Thanks for the suggestion though. Cheers Mike

[@rogerdorsett3753]

Hi mike saw Keith do this review he loved it too. Re comment of freebie think you should say if it was

[@MikeWaldt]

+Roger Dorsett Which comment is that Roger, I can't see one, but in any event I don't see how it is relevant, because if I review something, I like it, if I don't like it, I don't review it...free or not :). Thanks for watching and commenting Take care Mike

[@cliffcarlo180]

Can Yorkshire grit be used with a buffing pad on a pillar drill I have heard a lot about how good this stuff is? I don't have a lathe but I do have a number of buffing pads, large and small.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Simon, you can use any method to break down the "grit" in the paste, even hand rubbing works, but much more effort is needed ;) Cheers Mike

[@cliffcarlo180]

@@MikeWaldt Simon?

[@robc2536]

Mike,Could shellac be used as a sanding sealer instead of the cellulose sealer? Lacquer based products have a negative effect on me. Thanks.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Rob, I understand from others that sheelac is OK for a sealer. Hope this helps. Cheers Mike

[@johnschneeklothjr.7662]

Hi Mike, any thoughts on a "beginner lathe"? or where to look for that sort of research? I'm in the US. Would appreciate any insight - your videos are great!

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi John, it really does depend on what you want to turn, pens, bowls, long spindles etc., etc. My advice would be to research KZbin, and Google, and get as much information under your belt to make an informed decision. Also being that you are in the US you have many machines available to you from manufacturers that I have little knowledge of, so my advice would not be accurate. Sorry I can't be of more use to you on this one . Take care Mike

[@GordonRock1]

Great review, Mike!!! Lovely, another product I need to find. Didn't I mention that you're killing my budget with all these great products you review. Okay, I meant that in a good way, of course! Can't have too many woodturning/woodworking thingamajigs, can we? :-) Take care, Mike, .....Gord

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Gord, and accept my apologies for adding to your "to get" list....lol Take care my friend, and as always thanks for always supporting me. Mike

[@ianchappell4199]

Thanks again Mike, I will try Yorkshire Grit..............

[@MikeWaldt]

+Ian Chappell You won't be disappointed Ian. Cheers Mike

[@IanMaude]

Very impressive indeed Mike. not a sign of the tool marks and a lot less pain than sandpaper! Nice one to Glyn for the product. I know you well enough to know that this was an honest review and your own opinion. I will definitely be looking for this at UKIWS :)

[@MikeWaldt]

+Ian Maude Thanks Ian, despite the few sceptics comments, I will only convey my honest personal opinion, and the viewer can make up their own mind. See you in Coventry mate Cheers Mike

[@johnbadenoch9902]

Hi mike, just wondering what sort of dust extraction you have in place . How do you rate it and does it work. Thank you

[@MikeWaldt]

+John Badenoch Hi John, I just use the Numatic NVD750 at the lathe for sanding dust, with a "stay put" flexible arm, and it does the job very well. Cheers Mike

[@gilbertbesnard]

Out of curiosity, why sanding before applying the sanding sealer? I thought it was the other way around. Thank you for sharing.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Gilbert, I always sand first, then apply sanding sealer to seal the wood ready to accept the finish. Hope this helps. Take care Mike

[@gilbertbesnard]

+Mike Waldt Thanks Mike!

[@raykiser7890]

Mike, great video.I will be in Ireland first of July can YG be purchased there?

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Ray, as far as I am aware, at the moment it is only available on line...and at UKIWS, but I'm sure there will be stockists all over in the near future. My suggestion is that you contact Glyn through the website, and he'll be able to tell you more, the link is below on the description. Take care Mike

[@gilgrace1915]

One more comparison to make. How much does this product cost and how much would you save on sandpaper? If they both produce the same finish cost and I suppose time spent on each would be my deciding factors. Thanks for the side by side comparison, this should clear up any doubt if anyone still has any.

[@MikeWaldt]

+Gil Grace Hi Gil, and of course all factors have to be taken into account, however, all I was doing here was showing the results achieved by this one method, as i said in the video, it is up to the viewer to make the final decision. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers Mike

[@benmorris1134]

great video Mike i'll definitely be giving Yorkshire grit a go sometime soon also im sure you've mentioned it in previous videos but i cant seem to find it what sanding sealer do you use or what mix do you use ? also if you do use a mix of sealer and thinners do you mix just before use or do you mix a large batch and store it in a plastic bottle or something?

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks ben, I now use a pre mixed sealer from Hampshire Sheen, but when I used to mix my own I used 3:1 sealer to thinners and make a plastic bottle full each time. Take care Mike PS - You'll not be disappointed with Yorkshire Grit I assure you :)

[@eddieagha5851]

Hi Mike, another informative video! You use Cellulose sanding sealer correct? So do you thin it with lacquer thinner? Thanks!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Eddie, I used to thin with Cellulose Thinners, but buy pre mixed from Hampshire Sheen.

[@eddieagha5851]

@@MikeWaldtthanks.

[@BigFatTonys]

Seems like a very fair, scientific test. No air born dust from the Yorkshire grit side, all on the application cloth ?

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Tony, your right no dust :) Thanks for watching mate Cheers Mike

[@djalilesfahani6825]

hi, lessen i hve perchesed yorkshire three weeka ago and the did not ship it or retun my email what cand of pepal aer they . even i have paid them with paypal. from usa

[@MikeWaldt]

I will contact Glyn immediately.

[@pjbaddict]

Seeing as you have chosen to publicly make this statement here is your public reply... You made your purchase on the 10th May and I fully refunded you through PayPal on the 13th May and included the following message. "Hello there, even though the website stated shipping to UK only I have spent a lot of time trying to find a cost effective method of shipping to the USA but unfortunately the best is approximately $20 so I'm having to refund your order, my apologies Glyn". I have had no other communication from you! If you actually send me an email I can supply you with details/transaction id's of your PayPal refund. Kind regards, Glyn

[@andus555]

Glyn Senior Game, set and match to you, Glyn🤣 Like most people, I hate unfair, misleading criticism of others on social media. You have an outstanding product; keep up the good work!

[@MARKBaid]

Very nice review Mike. Is it available in the states I have to say it looked as nice as the other side before you put the final finish on. If it saves that much sand I'd love to try it. Also if I may can you show you sanding sealer process. I'm having trouble every time I use sealer. I get what appear to be pieces of hardened sealer stuck to my piece. Take care my friend and do a kindness Mark

[@CollinFrench]

Glyn will ship YG to the US, no problem. The sanding sealer is (I think) just cellulose sanding sealer cut 50/50 with cellulose thinners. Demobbed with either the last grit abrasive you used or 0000 wire wool. I prefer the abrasive as the wire wool can leave metal shards in the piece. HTH!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks for that Collin, you got back to Mark quicker than I could on this occasion ;) the mix is 3 to 1 of thinners though....lol Take care mate Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Mark, my friend Collin has answered you -before I could- lol Thanks for watching too my friend Take care Mike

[@ErikAnderson1]

Hello Mark sounds like you need to thin down your sealer a lot more it should be cut by at least 30% thinner and I go more like 50 50. hope that helps

[@MARKBaid]

Thank you so much Erik! Do I cut it with thinner or mineral spirits or ?

[@malcey12]

Hi Mike. I wandering, have you heard from Robbiethewoodturner latley? I do hope he's OK. Hope you don't mind me asking. Cheers, Malc

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Malcolm, I'm afraid I haven't, and his KZbin presence is sorely missed. Take care Mike

[@ErikAnderson1]

I asked Brendan Baconsoda same thing as I miss his innovative turnings and his great presence on KZbin. Miss seeing Robbie!

[@scottgaber2267]

Thanks Mike I use Bullseye 70% and 30% alcohol

[@MikeWaldt]

My pleasure Scott. Cheers Mike

[@stringmanipulator]

Nice video Mike, they seemed to be just as nice either of them. It's like the triple EEE isn't it? have a good one mate

[@timhyatt9185]

Someday i hope my skills are polished enough I can say something like "I go from the tool to 240 grit"...!!! I will say it seems my surfaces are nicer working with a skew than with a bowl gouge, but since most of my work is on bowls, I think i'm doomed to lots of sanding :P The final difference in this instance seem minimal; as you said. I'd wager if you didn't know, you'd have a hard time saying which was which...seems the real advantage is the YG seems to simplify things a bit, as you don't have to swap papers as you go, etc, etc.... I know Martin has a US seller for Hampshire Sheen; do you know if the owner for Yorkshire Grit will have a US seller as well? I have a couple projects in mind it might be well suited to....

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Tim, it is a great product - in my opinion. I do know that Glyn will send to the US, idf you visit is website and contact him, he will give you the costs etc. I'm sure. Take care Mike

[@maynardri]

This is not a new idea. Mylands have made a cutting wax for years and you get nearly twice as much for less than you pay for this Yorkshire Grit.

[@MikeWaldt]

I didn't say it was a new idea Mr. Chainsaw. just conveying my thoughts and findings for others to consider. Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers Mike

[@susanp.collins7834]

I wonder how shinier it would be if you used a pair of wadded up lady's pantyhos. Thats what we used on our boots in the army. Paper towelling is VERY abrasive.

[@MikeWaldt]

Possibly right there Susan.

[@susanp.collins7834]

@@MikeWaldt You would just have to be VERY careful that they were wadded up good and tight and that no loose bits got sucked into your lathe...

[@michaelflynn6178]

Hi Mike could Yorkshire Grit be used as a kind of grain filler

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Michael, to ensure I gave you the correct information, I asked Glyn for his thoughts, and here is what he said : "Technically YG does act as a grain/pore filler as the slurry the abrasive paste creates will find its way into gaps that's one of the reasons you get a shiny surface but it won't work by just applying to wood" Hope this answers your question. Take care Mike

[@michaelflynn6178]

Thanks Mike for taking the time to reply i appreciate it

[@MikeWaldt]

My pleasure Michael.

[@davidkenward2289]

Hello Mike /Followed you on KZbin for some very long time /Just to let you understand me David live in Seaford East Sussex been turning for so many years I go back to a fella called Keith Rowley Chris Stott Mark Baker and all the old turners/ the reason for this post is I have had to start again yes last March I lost my workshop to a fire lost the lot best part of 45 years worth/ not going on to long managed to save our bungalow with the garden hose I was a Fire-Fighter most of my life. Well insurance have coughed up some £ 70.000.00 yes still short on some things/ the down side is has left me last October with a break down and was carted of to the local hospital mental health unit for a month out but not good lost my confidence not turned nothing all set up to go but it is a struggle/ I am 73 and wife would like me to sell up but my self still would like to carry on have/watched some of Jimpsons Stuff he mentioned Black Dog Workshop well I am a turner just need a new set of spark plugs so to speak have no turning mates close by moved hear about 4 years ago. Tell me how does one get to up load videos and put all the fancy writing music on the screen not able to remember how to do that my old brain box has had a real bashing did know how to do that. Tried to contact Martin last week he never got back to me. Thanks for reading please get back to me when you have time ..David

[@MikeWaldt]

+Buddie Kenward Hi David, sorry to hear about your problems, I'm sure if you contract Martin again that he will get back to you. Cheers Mike

[@imapseudonym1403]

Sorry, I don't buy that this is an actual woodturners shop. It's not covered in dust and you can actually see the floor. In all seriousness though, good video, thanks!

[@MikeWaldt]

LMAO Ima. I make an effort for the camera, it's not like it all the time I assure you ;) Thanks for watching. Take care Mike