Hi,, almost finished with my first hand tool workbench, and I'm trying to decide on the best finish for the top.
I have these two ready to go tonight:
1) Williamsville wax: http://www.hfstaples.com/Pages/willi...le.htm#willwax"Unequaled for the care, protection, and preservation of fine furniture and woodwork. Williamsville Wax "feeds the wood", revitalizes the finish, and provides heat-blended beeswax and lemon oil protection without build-up. A nourishing, restoring polish for any wood and type of finish, including catalyzed lacquer, varnish, shellac, oil, and polyurethane, and wood that has been neglected or mistreated. It is non-flammable and contains absolutely no silicone, turpentine, detergents, or other harmful ingredients."
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2) Watco Danish Oil: http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=46"WATCO Danish Oil is a unique blend of penetrating oil & varnish hardens in the wood, not on the wood. Watco Danish Oil penetrates deep into wood pores to protect from within and to enhance the natural look and feel of the wood. It creates the rich, warm glow of a traditional hand-rubbed finish. Many projects can be completed in less than an hour - simply brush or wipe on and wipe off. Watco Danish Oil is the choice of fine woodworkers and novices alike."
On the base, I used the williamsville wax, and it gave a real nice tone.
If I were to used the Danish oil, do I need to apply to the underside as well to avoid warping from only 1 side sealed?
Thanks,
Pete
Pete
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