Finally My First Big Project Complete Except Finishing..

I’m assuming that this is pine. If it were mine, I think I would first apply a sanding sealer to even out the absorption rate, then a stain to to taste. I would avoid using any kind of varnish or poly finish, because that would be a rod for my back. If subject to sun exposure the varnish will crack within a few years. Having to scrape that down and reapply would be a big task. I would probably use some kind of deck oil which is easy to apply.

-- CanuckDon "I just love small wooden boxes!" http://www.hillsbiblechurch.org/

It is made out of Douglas Fir, it will be on a covered porch, just sun exposure in the mornings, a deck oil sounds like a good idea, thanks for the suggestion

Real nice job!

-- Tom, Surfside Beach, SC - Romans 8:28

Mighty nice piece. It looks that it might get a good workout for Your morning coffee.

-- Saved, and so grateful, consider who Created it ALL!!!

Nice.

Looks very inviting Randy. You look like you are off to a good start.

-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/

this is wonderful !!
I really like how you rounded the table/arm section.

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

Looks inviting to guests stopping by. Looks well done you do need to cove it with some oil based wood preservetive. Jockmike

-- (You just have to please the man in the Mirror) Mike from Michigan -

Nice work. Be sure to post your project with finish applied !!

-- keeping myself entertained

Looks great! – Nice job! – (your first? – you will build great things!)

-- The Gnarly Wood Shoppe

Hi Randy;

You did a great job for a first project, or sixth for that matter!

I’m with Don on the finishing advice. The oil will be a breeze to re-apply as desired, and protect it for years to come.

Be careful with the oil soaked rags though! Highly combustable. Soak them in water, and hang them to dry, or laid out flat, before disposing of them.

Lee

-- by Lee A. Jesberger http://www.prowoodworkingtips.com http://www.ezee-feed.com

Great sitting spot. You need some foot stools to go with it, so feet up, – coffee hot – and morning paper with a slight breeze.

-- I've been blessed with a father who liked to tinker in wood, and a wife who lets me tinker in wood. Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

Really nice job. It’s going on my future project list for sure.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

good idea Karson.. the foot stools could roll under the seats when not in use…

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

You did an excellent job , looking forward to next project.

-- Billp