Hi. I have a walnut cabinet that I would like to apply an initial coat of boiled linseed oil to (thinned 20% with mineral spirits) for maximum depth. I would then like to use my standard choice of Sam Maloof Oil/Poly finish. Will there be any compatibility problem between the Maloof oil/poly and the linseed oil? The oil/poly already has tung and linseed in it so I’d guess not, but would like to know for sure. Thanks.
-David Lane
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David,
You can apply the BLO if you wish without problem. I would ask why bother because that oil poly mixture will give you pretty much the same look.
Peter
Thanks. Yes, and actually I tried on a piece of scrap and there is virtually zero difference in the appearance. I will use the oil/poly and skip the linseed oil. Thank you again. -DL
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