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Hi Jamie,
Im trying your method of watco danish oil on my mahogany dining table. So far so beautiful but im just wondering how long i need to let the final coat of oil set before applying the johnson paste wax.
Thank you,
Peggy
Peggy,
At the end of my finishing sequence (after the first two coats are dry) I apply a very light coat of Watco, then wipe it off. Watco only soaks in deeply during the first coat or two; then it starts to build up in the pores. So that third coat won't penetrate very much at all.
You can apply the wax at the same time as you apply that third coat of oil. I usually just wipe the oil on, making sure that everything looks like it's been wet by the oil. Then wipe it off.
Then, I'll apply a nice light coat of the wax, and buff it off before it dries too much. If the wax dries on the wood, it can streak your finish. So wipe it off fairly soon after putting it on. Don't wax too big of an area at once, or you'll have sore arms from all the buffing!
The wax really gives the wood a "finished" polish and feel, and it's quite nice. A great way to cap off an oiled piece.
Good luck, hope this helps,
Jamie in Vegas
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Jamie Yocono
Wood It Is! Custom Cabinetry
Las Vegas, NV
www.wooditis.com
My woodworking blog: www.wooditis.blogspot.com
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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.
Experience
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.
Opened a private woodworking school in Las Vegas, NV and teach private and semi-private lessons. In 2011, I will begin teaching UNLV woodworking classes at my school. Sweet!
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Furniture Society
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Tile Design and Installation Magazine (Article on inlaying tile into wood)
Education/Credentials
Journeyman Union Carpenter
Bachelors degree in Furniture Design (Ohio University)
College of Hard Knocks!
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