Danish oil

Finish Shelf Life, and How to Extend It

Learn how to store your finish, how to tell if it’s still any good and how to get rid of it when you need to.

by Michael Dresdner • Dec 2, 2019 • Finishing
Finishing a Quilt Hanger?

I’d like to display my quilt of valor by hanging it on the wall. If I finish the hanging rod with Danish oil, will that potentially damage the quilt?

by Chris Marshall • May 28, 2019 • Q & A
Best Finish for Oak Vanity Top?

Is an oil finish such as Danish oil the best topcoat for a white oak vanity top? Or, is there a better choice for this application?

by Chris Marshall • May 21, 2019 • Q & A
Is Tung Oil the Best Choice?

I’m inexperienced with wood finishes, so I’m thinking of using tung oil on a freestanding shelf project. Is this the simplest, best finish option for me?

by Chris Marshall • Mar 5, 2019 • Q & A
Applying Oil Finishes and Varnishes on Wood

Oil finishes: an eco-friendly option that’s easy to apply. Both true oils and varnishes are simple to use and make for a beautiful finish.

by Michael Dresdner • Jul 18, 2018 • Finishing
Best Finish for Bookstore Shelves?

We want a finish for our spruce bookstore shelves that will keep them looking natural. Would an oil be the best way to go, or will it soak into the pages?

by Chris Marshall • Jun 26, 2018 • Q & A
Best Finish for a Bear Carving?

My redwood bear carving looks dry and needs a fresh coat of finish. Should I use urethane or something else to keep it from darkening?

by Chris Marshall • Jan 2, 2018 • Q & A
Best Finish for a Softwood Workbench?

What is the best choice of finish for my softwood workbench’s top?

by Chris Marshall • Apr 11, 2017 • Q & A
Best Finish for Sock Blockers?

Are polyurethane or salad bowl finish good choices?

by Chris Marshall • Sep 20, 2016 • Q & A