Testimonials

Works great to stabalize punky wood.

Delivery was quick and easy, as always!

Watched Doug Moore of Pohl Barn Production use the mica powders really liked the colors ordered online. They promptly filled my order and shipped it the same day very happy with the experience.

I've been ordering cactus juice from TurnTex for 4-5 years now. Cactus juice is a great product and I have been getting results comparable to professional stabilizers after a lot of practice and recording my results. My latest order shipped out surprising fast! The package arrived packed with care and consideration for the customer.

I would, and I do recommend TurnTex to fellow knife makers and enthusiasts. 

We were looking into wood stabilization and Curtis was so helpful with explaining what we would need and how to operate it all. He was quick to offer tips and was always very fast with getting back to us. Very easy to work with. Would definitely recommend.

I was having a very difficult time trying to turn Black Palm wood.  It has hard and soft grain and resulted in many exploded blanks, no matter the sharpness of the tools or anything else I tried.  I read the help articles and how to and ordered some Cactus Juice to try.  After following the instructions, I was able to turn a stabilized blank with little issue.  I also really like the clean-up with soap and water.  I'll be using this for future projects as well.  

Excellent service with shipping the product all the way to Nelson in New Zealand. Thank you Curtis,

Howdy 

Customer service is quick to respond to emails and questions.  It took minutes to receive an answer to a question on the site and the FB group.   

 

TurnTex consistently delivers excellent service. The shipping is prompt, and the packaging is done well. The quality of their items is outstanding, and occasionally, they include a little extra surprise in the package. Being able to consult with Curtis for advice adds significant value, making every penny spent worthwhile.

Thank you!

the way some things go there's easy then there is not so easy.  but i think it's best explained as it's easy if you know how.  i buy from Turn tex because of a lot of reasons especially cause i just simply like him.

First time ordering, and I was treated like I was their most valuable client. Like any "NEWBIE" I was filled with apprehension and concerns about making tragic mistakes. I sent an email with my questions....a reply was quickly received and my nervousness was quickly abated. Highly recommend!

I've been buying Cactus Juice and Alumilite from these guys for around five years. Curtis and Crew have always shipped and delivered promptly. Great Service, Great Products and Great Folks. The only place I'll go for my stabilizing and casting supplies.

Received my items package very well. The quality of my vacuum chamber is phenomenal. And as always the support is icing on the cake.

My go-to wood stabilization resin to make knife scales. 

I won a gift certificate at the Midwest turners gathering in Chicago. 1st ever gathering for me. Loved it, but back to the review.

Ordered gallon of Cactus juice. It arrived quickly, and was extremely well packaged.

Curtis, from Turntex, took time to personally send an email about the company's dynamics, and left times to contact him if had any questions. 

I  haven't done a lot of stabilizing yet, but know where I will be going in the future for supplies. 

If you haven't tried stabilizing yet, it isn't really difficult and it makes such a huge difference. 

Yes, sometimes I  get talking and ramble. Lol

Curtis is absolutely dedicated to performing the best customer service, not just in his line of business, but in any business. Listens to your concerns, focuses on an issue, gives the best advice, and then helps with whatever supplies needed to make your issues work.. No one better in any business!!

I wanted to take a moment to commend Curtis O. Seebeck on responding to both email and phone call regarding an issue I was having with stabilizing wood. With his help my problem was quickly solved. Being very new to stabilizing and trying my hand at double dyeing wood Curtis took the time to walk me thru my process and made suggestions that proved invaluable. 
Curtis is a man that stands behind his product, thank you for all your help. 

You can't go wrong with Turn Tex and Cactus Juice. Great costomer Service any time you have a question Curtis Seebeck is there to help Cactus Juice is #1 in my shop!!

I searched for cactus juice in other sites and this was the one with the best pricing, the delivery was really fast and everything came out very good

I have worked with Turntex for several years.  They are a pioneer in the wood working industry.   They often will have orders filled within an hour. The orders deliver in good condition and the quantities are correct. Curtis the owner will spend hours on the phone to help customers be successful- there's no better resource.  You will receive high value for your hard earned money, it's worth every penny.

Only resin I use to stabilize with. Have purchased multiple times.

I'm using the CJ on my rocks. I have a wide variety of rocks that I slab, cut, and polish. Most have minor fractures, and some have soft material mixed with the rock. I stabilize 80% of my rocks, so when I'm grinding or polishing my rocks, they don't break. I'm finding that the rock hardness is constant. The process is very easy, as I found on the YouTube channels. I buy direct and found the product gets shipped same day. The folks are great in helping you. Wish I would have known sooner. I highly recommend Turntex.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'm using the CJ on my rocks. I have a wide variety of rocks that I slab, cut, and polish. Most have minor fractures, and some have soft material mixed with the rock. I stabilize 80% of my rocks, so when I'm grinding or polishing my rocks, they don't break. I'm finding that the rock hardness is constant. The process is very easy, as I found on the YouTube channels. I buy direct and found the product gets shipped same day. The folks are great in helping you. Wish I would have known sooner. I highly recommend Turntex.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The folks at TurnTex are providing top notch customer service which complements the best stabilizing fluid on the market. Im a knife maker who uses entirely salvaged wood for handled. I have called TT several times to help me dial in the best methods for dealing with the varying wood types and moisture levels. Also helps that they ship fast.

I have been ordering from TrunTex for years. Every time the order is immediately shipped. There products are great. The vacuum chamber I purchased from them years ago is still like new. They are my go to for Catus Juice and Alumilite.

Excited to get into wood stabilizing, I was happy with this order process and everything seemed normal about it
I have not used the product yet

A great company with excellent customer service.  They promptly answer all questions,  fill orders quickly and I have recieved the product the next day in most cases.  That's crazy!!! Turn Tex will always be my go to stop. 

I am a repeat customer and have been for several years. The quality of their products is absolutely great. The customer service has always been above normal. I would highly recommend this company to anyone needing their products. You will be greatly satisfied!

It’s always a pleasure to do business with Turn Tex. Very professional and very quick at getting material shipped out. They are our got to for Cactus Juice..

I learned about TurnTex products roughly 10 years ago, and have been using Cactus Juice ever since - excellent product and never a problem - it has always far exceeded Curtis’ claims regarding longevity…and yes I keep it in my garage fridge.

I used Curtis’ original vacuum chambers as inspiration to create my own chamber, glued together from 1/2” polycarbonate sheets, and have used it with much success. After years of using it, I noticed the walls of my homemade chamber were starting to show “crazing”, or what I take to be impending cracks - so I finally pulled the trigger on ordering a TurnTex 8” chamber.

OMG, I am so pleased and impressed! Without changing anything else, besides swapping out with your chamber and tubing, my vacuum went up more than a  whole additional inHg of vacuum depth - now just better than 29inHg. And I’m at 330ft altitude, so while not perfect, that is dang good! 

I am delighted with this purchase, Curtis, and very impressed with shipping speed…from yours to mine in Seattle in 5 days far exceeded my expectations.

This has completely rekindled my interest in dyeing and stabilization - I’m so glad I stopped waiting!

Andy

Great Product and support with very quick shipping.

I am new to the process of Stabilizing Wood and It is great doing business with a company that has the support in place to help when needed. I was able to achieve excellent results on my first run of blanks. This is my second order of Cactus Juice, and I know it won’t be the Last.

 

I ordered 2 gallons of the Alumalite and the service was excellent. I got the order very quickly and the product was sealed tightly in the packaging. Great company to work with!!!!

Curtis runs his business in a way that you don't see much of anymore.  He cares about his customers and backs up what he says!  I ordered Cactus Juice and resin from him but had a couple questions since I am pretty new to resin turning.  I left a message and he called back and was more than willing to help me with anything I needed.  The order was  completed and shipped in a timely manner before he even called back!   I was just SO impressed with his company.  I will be ordering again.  Turn Tex, LLC is wonderful!

Second time to order this product. Fast shipping and outstanding product. 

I recently ordered a half gallon of cactus juice and 2 dyes from Turn Tex as a first time buyer. I usually stick to companies I have ordered from before or Amazon, just to avoid complications, but could not find one of the colors I was looking for in stock there so I googled and found turn tex. I'm glad I went this route as the the products arrived in just a few days and the prices were very fair. After receiving my order I learned that TurnTex is a small family run business [through a follow up e- mail insuring my satisfaction with my order, providing me outlets had I needed further assistance.]  This is the type of company and shopping experience that will keep me coming back anytime I need something  thatTurntex provides, as I prefer supporting small family businesses when I can. especially when they offer great customer service.  Thank you Turn tex for doing business the right way and I hope to see nothing but growth and success in your journey

I recently ordered a half gallon of cactus juice and 2 dyes from Turn Tex as a first time buyer. I usually stick to companies I have ordered from before or Amazon, just to avoid complications, but could not find one of the colors I was looking for in stock there so I googled and found turn tex. I'm glad I went this route as the the products arrived in just a few days and the prices were very fair. After receiving my order I learned that TurnTex is a small family run business [through a follow up e- mail insuring my satisfaction with my order, providing me outlets had I needed further assistance.]  This is the type of company and shopping experience that will keep me coming back anytime I need something  thatTurntex provides, as I prefer supporting small family businesses when I can. especially when they offer great customer service.  Thank you Turn tex for doing business the right way and I hope to see nothing but growth and success in your journey. 

I recently ordered a half gallon of cactus juice and 2 dyes from Turn Tex as a first time buyer. I usually stick to companies I have ordered from before or Amazon, just to avoid complications, but could not find one of the colors I was looking for in stock there so I googled and found turn tex. I'm glad I went this route as the the products arrived in just a few days and the prices were very fair. After receiving my order I learned that TurnTex is a small family run business [through a follow up e- mail insuring my satisfaction with my order, providing me outlets had I needed further assistance.]  This is the type of company and shopping experience that will keep me coming back anytime I need something  thatTurntex provides, as I prefer supporting small family businesses when I can. especially when they offer great customer service.  Thank you Turn tex for doing business the right way and I hope to see nothing but growth and success in your journey. 

When i need a Stabilizer for bowl turning I strictly use Cactus Juice from Turn Tex. It’s does a great job and I can find the best deals straight from the manufacturer. 

i highly recommend Turn Tex Cactus Juice for your woodworking projects.  

Fast shipping and great communication as always. I can get my supplies more local, but Id rather order from Turn-tex. I know its fresh, comes well packed and almost always ships the same day.

I'm brand new to wood stabilizing and dying.  The products from TurnTex have been easy to use and the quality is fantastic!  Really nothing bad to say about my experience so far.  I still have much to learn to improve my results, but the information provided here makes that learning a low hurdle.

I've been using Cactus Juice for about 4 years to stabilize wood for knife handles. Cactus Juice also works extremely well on antlers; I've been able to save several pieces that I would have thrown away without stabilization. Recently I started using Cactus Juice for lathe turned goblets and bowls. The set up is simple and costs are low. Having Cactus Juice stabilization as a tool provides lots of interesting options. Scot Buessow Canis Major Knives

Your product is awsome and your service is even Better.

Love your stuff guys. Yall are the best.

Ronald D Wells

Rwgripframes.

Awesome product in Cactus Juice!!  Speedy delivery, easy order website, great educational material on the website.  This is my 2nd or 3rd order of CJ!  Thank you!

Cactus juice is a incredible product and Turn Tex is a great company. Couldn't be more happy and pleased, they truly care about their customers.

Thanks again!!!!

Have been ordering from TurnTex for over 10 years. Great customer service, never had any problems. Curtis is always helpfully and willing to answer any questions you may have. Highly recommend. 

Curtis and turntex ALWAYS come through. If you need tips, check the FAQs and if the answer isn't there already, a quick email get a prompt response with excellent answers for more technical questions. The delivery is quick and reliable, and on the rare occasion it isn't, Curtis takes the time to reach out and make things right. I know this from personal experience. Thanks Curtis!

Cactus juice is an excellent stabilizer! I've tried 3 others and I like cactus juice the best. The new and improved formula penetrates deep and is crystal clear! I've stabilized pieces of maple that are 18"×9"×2¼"_ and gotten complete penetration (with cactus juice dye as well).  You won't be disappointed!

I needed advice regarding Curtis’s Cactus juice. Curtis answered my questions without rushing to finish the call. I called again later to follow up on something he advised me to try. I am very impressed on his customer service and you can tell he cares.

So thank you Curtis 

I have been making pens and doing various other turnings for awhile now and decided to try my hand at stabilizing. So, like always I headed to YouTube and sure enough almost every stabilizing video referenced Turntex in some way shape or form. Upon further research I went ahead and pulled the trigger on a vacuum chamber and some cactus juice. So far, the descriptive instructions that came with the chamber, along with the videos have made it pretty easy to get started. I’ve done a handful of pen blanks now, and currently have some knife scales in the chamber. Really impressed with the products and am excited to try out the dye stabilizing here in the near future. Curtis and crew seem to have their stuff together and I will be getting all my stabilizing (and eventually casting) products from them. 

I have been using Cactus Juice for a number years now. It is a quality product, and the shipping is always quick. Very satisfied!