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About Jamie Yocono
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Woodworker, Furniture designer/builder, industrial arts educator. Bachelor degree in Furniture Design, and journeyman carpenter, with a 4 year apprenticeship. Currently owner of custom furniture/cabinet shop in Las Vegas, NV.
Can answer most woodworking questions EXCEPT those regarding repairs, refinishing, and antiques.
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Bachelor in Furniture Design - Ohio University (1980)
Journeyman Carpenter, Local 639
Adult educator - Developed adult education woodworking program for the University of Akron, and taught classes there for 9 years.
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Expert: Jamie Yocono - 11/1/2009
Question
I made a candy dish and want to know what stain or finish to put on safely so not to poison anyone.
Answer
Bob,
The best non-toxic finish is plain mineral oil. Make sure the wood is sanded well, and wipe it with mineral oil. It's widely available - just wipe it on and wipe it off. Simple. I would apply two coats, letting each one dry between coats. The second coat will really enhance the color.
There are many finishes you can use for a non-toxic coat. I like Watco Danish Oil, but you have to let it cure before it's truly non-toxic. Curing can take 3-7 days, depending on the humidity in your area and the temperature of where the dish is located. Watco is easy to apply, you can wet-sand it with fine sandpaper, which really gives you an ultra smooth finish.
Here's a video to watch about it's application: http://wooditis.blogspot.com/2008/05/watco-danish-oil-come-oil-and-laugh.html
Watco is sold by the Rustoleum Corporation, so it's also widely available. Most big box hardware stores sell it. Look for the "Natural" color, which is clear.
Good luck, I hope this helps.
Jamie Yocono
Wood It Is! Custom Cabinetry
Las Vegas, NV
www.wooditis.com
My woodworking blog: www.wooditis.blogspot.com
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