Resin varnish question

[Kyle Stiefel]

Hello,

I was hoping somebody could help me with a question, perhaps Steve S. or somebody. If a table already has a danish oil finish can a resin varnish be applied over it such as Behlen's. I know the bare wood would be optimal but would it work with a roughening of the surface with 220 grit? If not what regiment should be followed if any?

Thank you.

[Steve Schoene]

Sure, it will work fine over a cured "danish oil" finish, which I assume is an oil/varnish mix like Watco. All varnishes need a bit of tooth to adhere since they bond mechanically not chemically, so sanding with 220 is fine. Between coats of varnish 320 grit is about ideal.

[Kyle Stiefel]

Steve,

Yes it is the Deft danish oil. What is the appropriate cure time for this type of product? I know for the resin varnish you had said to wait a month to cure before rubbing out.

Thanks.