I usually use WOP or WTF in my finishing.......I want to learn about BLO also.....
I have seen numerous comments from turners here who speak to using Boiled Linseed Oil [BLO] and I know it does a couple of things........
1 - it pops the grain, correct?
2 - It is used as a base, much like shellac., correct?....can any finish then be put over it - like wipe on poly or WTF [woodturners finish]...both are urethanes, but will water base WTF work as well as poly?
3- how long do you have to let BLO dry or set up before finish coat? Seems I heard that BLO takes a while to dry?
4 - do you usually sand after BLO before finishing with WTF or WOP?
5 - Do you use BLO mainly to get an amber hue?
6- any pointers as to how you get success would be appreciated! Thanks!
Additional perspective - in your opinion, will shellac or some other base coat give equal results as BLO for popping the grain and being a good base coat, and what are any advantages to BLO?