I am new to woodworking and am starting on my first "big" project, at least big for me.
It is going to be a butcher block coffee table made of Purple heart and either maple or ash.
As I am not very familiar with different kinds of finishing methods, I am looking for some advice on what you guys like or think would look good.
I have been using Odies oil on a few projects and like the look.
I do not want to use the stain and keep the natural color of the wood and grain.
I am considering using Odies oil and then doing a high gloss laquer.
Does anyone have any recommendations or ideas? What laquers have you used that you like? Should I use something under the laquer first?
Thanks all!