Rehab a double rivet on the lid

[MaxBobcat]

Anybody ever tried sanding/resealing, etc a double rivet handle while still leaving it on the lid?

I have taken a double rivet off of one by prying it apart with a screwdriver and replacing it with one of Brian's, but I have a lid I would like to leave the original handle on because it is still tight and the wood is not rotting.  It is just very faded and weathered looking.

I figured I could lay down some plastic sheets and painters tape tight around the entire top of the grill and try to work on that way, but I was wondering if anybody had done this before and had any tips?

Thanks.

[addicted-to-smoke]

Good question. I'm in the same situation. Don't want to hassle removing / tossing the old handle. And in my case, would be happy just to see it replenished and shined up.

My thought was to use rags to soak tung oil or something a just let it repeatedly soak. But I'm not aware of any threat to the lid's paint necessarily? (tape and/or plastic is likely a good idea however)

[Craig]

I did it once. I covered the handle straps in blue painters tape and covered the area around the handle with newspaper. No dripping or staining issues.

Sorry I didn't take in progress pics, but here was the refinished handle.




Hope that helps.

[MaxBobcat]

That looks great Craig.  If mine came out looking that good I was be very pleased.

Did you sand that at all?  I was planning on using the Minwax Tung Oil Finish.  Think just that is enough, or should I put anything else on top of the tung oil?

[Craig]

I sanded mine. Then did Minwax walnut gel stain. I chose to finish it off with a clearcoat sealer. Overkill I think. The Gel Stain would probably be enough.


I cant find my picture of the sanded handle...

[Harbormaster]

I was planning on using the Minwax Tung Oil Finish. 

My "B" WSM has a double rivet handle and I gave it a light sanding and refinished in place. Tape and newspaper are your friends.

I would use teak oil finish myself. It's a marine grade finish so it's going to stand up to the elements without an additional finish..

[Bob BQ]

I did the same on my 'A' code CGA... 2 of the 3 double rivet handles were in good shape, just needed a little TLC. As already stated... tape & newspaper. Can't wait to see your results!

[MacEggs]

I figured I could lay down some plastic sheets
and painters tape tight around the entire top of the grill and try to work on that way?

That's what I did, then applied 2-3 coats of spar varnish. I did not sand.
The handle was thirsty, and looked quite dry and light coloured, then turned darker after applying.

Before and After:

[Craig]

Mac, I love that citrus peel finish on the blaik porcelain! 

[Bob BQ]

The handle looks great, Mac! And like Craig said, that citrus peel finish looks awesome!  Great cleanup job, all around!

[LightningBoldtz]

I can't wait Max to see what you have in store