BINS is a pigmented shellac that still needs a traditional oil based primer like Coverstain over it for exterior apps if sealing knots.BINS actually sucks for any type of outside application and that's why most folks seal knots with epoxy.But knots in a plug are really not a concern...an oil based product thinned with a petroleum based thinner will do the trick.Dry time is useless if you don't seal the wood properly.
Penetrol(or boiled linseed oil) and Naphtha,60/40.Plus you can always add a little Jap Dryer to it if you're really concerned about dry time.
Bottom line...if the word Shellac is involved don't use it.
Thanks for the info.
Do rags soaked in Penetrol have the same spontaneously-combustible concerns as BLO?
Eric - Try Val oil and a thinner reducer. It is oil base and drys quickly. You do not have to soak the plugs long and it is a excellent sealer. Also do a search. Joe Brotz posted another sealer recently. Does a similar job.
I keep a gallon jug with the mixture and keep adding to it. Dunk or soak depending on the wood and wipe off excess - hang to dry.
Try a white oil based paint & Thin with Mineral spirits till it is very thin.Use a 2 1/2" pvc pipe with a cap on one end.Fill pvc tube to desired height.Submerge plug for at least 1 minute.Let dry,then sand smooth again.This can be done a 2nd time,but not necessary.
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