Table top finish???

[ubeaut]

Received this email today.

I am trying to finish a kitchen/dining table in such a way that it can withstand spils not create rings from hot cups, or rings from damp glasses; a tall order , but when I see tables from yesteryear it was no problem. Does any of your product give that sort of finish and protection?

Thought there might be some interest in the reply.............

There was no problem with tables from yesteryear because the people of yesteryear all knew the rules and looked after their tables and other furniture. No one ever put a hot plate, cup or wine glass etc directly onto the table.

A dining table was covered with a blanket then at least 1 or even 2 tablecloths then often a place mat was put on top of that for the plates to sit on No one ever put a glass directly onto the table, there was always a coaster. Tea & coffee were served in a cup and saucer and never a mug so there was never a damp base.

On top of all that the table would be lovingly polished weekly or at worst monthly. It is not a finish you require but instruction on how to properly care for whatever finish you may decide to use.

I think you will find that most of the tables of yesteryear were finished with French polish. It just so happens that we are about to release in the next month or so a cross linked shellac (French polish) that is harder than normal French polish will resist marks from water, alcohol and heat, and is ideal for table tops, giving the strength of modern finishes with the beauty and ease of a shellac finish.

I hope this is of some help to you.

Cheers - Neil

[DPB]

Neil, yesteryear had a lot going for it - unfortunately, we can't bring back the past. Obviously, you've recognised this in your new product development - looking forward to learning more.

Tust you will keep us advised!


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[This message has been edited by DPB (edited 19 July 2002).]

[Iain]

I bought a set of wine glasses a few years ago that were guaranteed NOT to leave rings on the table, they worked too, square bases

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[ubeaut]

Shane gone Brizzy - Neil write about polish.

[Shane Watson]

Shane's now officially back!!! but with a little rum under his belt his best advise is to advise listening to Neil!!

Actually its a rather interesting question, which I might look at again when both eyes line up again. But Neil does make some really valid points. As for Iain - well all that wine is starting to take its toll I think! Mwahahaha!...!

Cheers, & Brisi look out!!!

Shane..

PS. Neil I found that restuaraunt today. I must have driven past that place like 10 times last time looking for it!!!! Now I know for next year...