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   peter28 | Dec 07, 2008 08:52pm | #1

   Have you ever seen an example of a Waterlox finish? It is just what you are describing and comes in one can not three.

   To answer your question about the mixture described;

   Wipe on a copious amount, let it sit for about ten minutes and then vigorously remove the excess.

   Be extremely diligent on the disposal of all oily rags. Lay or hang them out to dry to avoid spontaneous combustion. Fail to do this and even the best day can be ruined.

   Repeat as desired. This type of finish will not build up an appreciable film or topcoat no matter how many coats are applied.

   You can give it a buffing after a number of coats with steel 0000 wool. If you want to use wax be sure and let it cure for a month at least. Any of the furniture waxes can be used. For a softer sheen, apply the wax with 0000 steel wool and then buff it.  

   Durability depends on use. A chest of drawers won't get the constant use of a dining table. With a little care a finish will last quite a while.

   Just an opinion (or editorial);

   There are so many recipes and favorite mixtures out there. I always wonder why?? Why not just use one can instead of three. For some reason many feel the need to reinvent the coatings they are using.

   Peter

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   pinkopalino | Dec 08, 2008 05:56pm | #2

   Thanks Peter. Waterlox is not readily available in Canada to my knowledge. However Lee Valley Tools sells a wiping varnish. It may be similar. Regards, Pinkopalino