Beech Wood

[striker42]

As probably one of the untidiest people in the world, Mrs Striker is constantly on my case for leaving stuff lying at my arse. So I've bought a piece of waney edge beech to make an atty stand. The problem is, I don't know what to use to coat/treat it with. Having done some digging on the subject, opinion in the main seems to be the use of Danish oil or boiled linseed oil. Anybody help with some suggestions ? TIA.

[thebishman]

I think it depends on what finish you want from it. Theres tons of varnishes avaliable. Have look in wicks, B&Q or garden centres :0)

[striker42]

Gonna side with an oil rather than any kind of varnish thebishman.

[Deleted]

Beeswax is what I always used when I was into the old woodwork. It shows the grain of the wood a treat and is very easy to apply and reapply every year or so.

[thebishman]

Jun 19, 2016 11:54:12 GMT striker42 said:

Gonna side with an oil rather than any kind of varnish thebishman.

Sorry i didnt mean specifically varnish lol.

[striker42]

Jun 19, 2016 12:08:05 GMT thebishman said:

Jun 19, 2016 11:54:12 GMT striker42 said:

Gonna side with an oil rather than any kind of varnish thebishman.

Sorry i didnt mean specifically varnish lol.

It could have been worse, you could have said Mercedes Actros engine oil. LOL.

[thebishman]

Lmao nothing wrong with a bit of low saps euro 6 5w30 oil mate

[minime]

A good coat of sanding sealer then some friction polish.

[drunkenbum]

wildpolecat would be the person to answer this one I reckon

[thatguy]

You could try shellac then a wax finish. This gives you the choice of a white (clear) shellac or a darker shellac for a warmer finish. If you opt for an oil, steer clear of linseed oil. It takes too long to dry and you'll need at least 5 coats (2-3days drying per coat). I personally like teak oil as it doesnt give to much sheen. Tung oil looks great, but agani has the drying time issue and needs around 5 coats. It's also harder to apply properly. The budget option is to use mineral oil(baby oil is the same stuff with some fragrance added so it's dirt cheap). It'll provide a similar level of protection to your wood as the other oils mentioned.

[wildpolecat]

imo wax is the 1 product i would not use on any kind of atty stand or mod for that matter wax will scrape off and could possibly find its way into coils particularly drippers wax isnt hard wearing either like thatguy says a shellac is an option a teak oil or scandinavian oil my personal preference is osmo hardwax oil fantastic stuff very hardwearing easy to apply safe for children and pets its a tad pricey but worth every penny i use it on wooden floors bookcases tables its the only product other than laquer i finish any of my woodwork in i have tried most finishes including french polish non are a patch on the osmo goodluck with your project

[striker42]

Thanks for the advice wildpolecat. Will have a look at what you've recommended.

[wildpolecat]

striker42 it is good stuff its so good i used it on my daughters cot bed i have never used anything with a high sheen i generally use a satin if i want high sheen i use laquer if its a high sheen you want your local auto parts shop will have a clear laquer aerosol depending on the size of your block just be carefully beech is very bad for stress bending dont leave it near a heat source it will cup (curl) once you have your finish on you will lockin any moisture the timber is holding far less chance of this happening ideally leave it in the room you plan on keeping it in for a few day before working on it to acclimatise hope this helps