Gudebrod CP formula was dramatically changed a few years back ... it isn't the same stuff it used to be.

I use U40 Color Lock and it IS milky white. It shouldn't be strained or diluted. The bottle should be gently rolled to mix and then applied. Diluting it reduces/negates the purpose of the application ... it is the solids in the CP that do the sealing.

FYI, I don't use CP for feather inlays ... I use Permagloss.

Jim -