Application of Finishes (continued)

Option 3 - Eggshell (Wax) Finish:- Subsequent coats of Seedlac applied and cut back (using wet and dry paper of 800 or 1200 grit, a square cork block and Thinned Red Oil as a lubricant or 000 steel wool used dry as above) will give an increased depth of finish.

Wax with Lincoln Furniture Wax for enhanced gloss.

Option 4 - Blond Timbers:- All timbers darken to a greater or lesser degree over time through exposure to air and light. Finish with Chinese Wood Oil, three coats will do, although five or more coats may be applied for a glossier finish.

Very porous materials such as Pine etc. will require more oil than denser timbers such as Silver Ash.

Finish with Lincoln Furniture Wax for added patination. Two coats of Red Oil liberally applied and with 24 hours between coats can darken and enhance some blond timbers, experiment on scrap timber first.