I picked up a Genesis Gold C earlier this year for $90. Other than there being frame rust on the left side of the fire box, the only notable problems were a cracked flip-up table, and a rusted igniter shroud. I happen to have a pro doing a lot of welding at my place in the next month, and they’ll replace the rusty section, so I don’t need to dive down that rabbit hole. Yet. One new igniter and I was on my way.
Since the thermoset table was cracked, and I like to waste my time making sawdust and teaching my children new words, I decided to replace all of the tables with more classic, Genesis 1000-style tables (including one to replace the side-burner, because I’m not likely to use it). I’m a fair way through the project, and starting to think about finishes, and would like some recommendations from you fine folks.
I’ve mostly cut and sanded 2-inch slats of mahogany and white oak that I intend on alternating. My plan right now is to use some some sort of danish oil followed by spar urethane, but, again, I’m interested in opinions and tips, particularly to increase the contrast between the two species of wood.
Since the thermoset table was cracked, and I like to waste my time making sawdust and teaching my children new words, I decided to replace all of the tables with more classic, Genesis 1000-style tables (including one to replace the side-burner, because I’m not likely to use it). I’m a fair way through the project, and starting to think about finishes, and would like some recommendations from you fine folks.
I’ve mostly cut and sanded 2-inch slats of mahogany and white oak that I intend on alternating. My plan right now is to use some some sort of danish oil followed by spar urethane, but, again, I’m interested in opinions and tips, particularly to increase the contrast between the two species of wood.
