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   djcook50 | Oct 31, 2021 10:09pm | #1

   I have used both. In my novice woodworking days I used Maloof finish with the final coat of Maloof wax on a coffee table. That was a mistake because any heat or moisture will create rings and dull spots. A bit of a bother to maintain.

   My last few projects I’ve used the OSMO Polyx matte/satin to great satisfaction. It’s simple to apply, requiring only two coats. It seems quite durable after curing. Much fewer VOCs compared to wipe-on poly and, for me, leaves a more consistent smoother finish. It’s also a repairable finish.
   It looks great on walnut, white oak, or sapele. I haven’t tried it yet on maple.

   Good luck

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   user-6851987 | Oct 31, 2021 11:23pm | #2

   ThankYou for the info, that helps!

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   user-3312171 | Oct 31, 2021 11:39pm | #3

   My woodworking guild loves using the OSMO. There has been a steady conversion of the members to using this as their first choice of finish.

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   user-6851987 | Nov 01, 2021 06:26am | #4

   Which of the OSMO finishes are used? Thank You for your answer and help, it’s truly appreciated.

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   djcook50 | Nov 01, 2021 09:16am | #5

   This is the product I’ve been using via Lee Valley:
   https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/supplies/finishing/finishes/111136-osmo-polyx-satin-hard-wax-oil

   It’s a bit spendy, but a little goes a long way. Also these folks have some good tips: https://www.follen.com/osmo-polyx-furniture-application-instructions

   If you do a search here at FWW I think there’s a fairly recent article on using this type of finish.