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  1. #1
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    Default What finish to use on Silky Oak?..

    G'day Gentlemen (and Ladies),

    Over the weekend just gone I've (with the help of my mate Sean and Lismore woodworkers) produced a simple book-shelf/desk-shelf (attached picture).. With the aid of some abrassive paper (presumably will only go as fine as '400') a couple of sash clamps and some aquadhere (don't want to use metal fastenings inc. nail/screws) I'll just about have this project complete... But I must finish this ofcourse! My woodwork experience is very limited. Can anyone please offer me as much unspecific, trivial, or detailed advice as possible?

    Cheers

    - Ando

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    Hi Ando,

    Use Rustins Danish Oil. Follow the instructions on the can and enjoy the result.

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    I will second that using a danish oil. In the past I would have gone with a poly finish but these days I am going for more towards oil.

    If you take a look at the can it might give an indication that it is a blend of ingredents one of which might be ploy based to speed up drying. I have not used this one before but have used another brand of Danish oil.

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    Quite so Christos. Rustin's does not have polyurethane in it, unlike some other brands. You could use pure tung oil, for that matter.

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