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I have a circ 1900 South African Yellowood table which i was oiling with 2 parts mineral turpentine to 1 part raw linseed. It now has a sticky finish which I feel I should sand off.  What can i use to oil it with that wont accumulate?

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Hi Denise
Nice to hear from you.
I would use tung oil or a Danish oil.
Neither will go sticky.
As far as accumulating goes, any product will if it gets too many coats.
Once a year should be enough for the oils I mention assuming they are used indoors.
Good Luck
Regards
Eileen

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