Retaining "pinks" in Camphor

[bobbavet]

Gday all

I have some camphor slab. It has some beautiful pink "cushion" in areas.

I have made some clock and tea candle stands previous. The pinks have been "lost".

Have tried a number of finishes. Poly, Danish oils etc.

The best has probably been the "Gillies Rose cream" in looking natural.

Though still the pink is dulled down to a lightish brown.

Any tips appreciated.

cheers Bob

[dai sensei]

Even if you got a finish that would retain the pinks, the sunlight would get them, I've found it retains the deeper reds, oranges and greens but the pinks disappears.